Chris R. Borgia

Chris R. Borgia

5.0
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 23 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at Coral Gables, FL
Practice Areas: Social Security

4000 Ponce de Leon Blvd, Suite 470, Coral Gables, FL

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021
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About Chris

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Social Security & Disability 100%

Chris R. Borgia, Esq. is an exclusive Disability Attorney, named "Top 100 Disability Lawyers." Mr. Borgia provides legal representation throughout South Florida, West Palm Beach, Ft. Lauderdale, Boca Raton, Pembroke Pines, Miami, Coral Gables and the Kendall areas. MR. Borgia provides representation and legal counsel on numerous disability matters, including SSDI, SSI, Widow Benefits, Long Term Disability, Short term disability and Florida Retirement cases.

24 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-33%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 23 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2002

Suspended

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021

Location

Social Security Disability Law Firm, P.A.

4000 Ponce de Leon Blvd, Suite 470, Coral Gables, FL, 33146

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Chris R. Borgia's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Posted by Michelle | May 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Very Exciting And Polish Lawyer

Wowwww, I just don’t know how to start, it’s just sooo much to say, but I have to condense this in short space, PEOPLE ALL OUT there GRAB this man and hold on to him TIGHT, and I am not exaggerating, he does not know as yet I am writing this, this man is pure AWESOMENESS, he is professional, apprecia...tive of every effort that is done in your case, if he says he will call you back, and does not, don’t be upset, you better believe he will be calling you and apologizing about the miss or forgotten call, he knows his job, he is on top of things when you just think , ohhh well he forgot about me, he NEVER does forget about you, very mannerly in all he does, don’t you ever hesitate to hire this man, he WILL GET YOUR JOB DONE!!!! Hands down…..

Posted by anonymous | October 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Great Disability Attorney

Mr. Borgia was recommended to me by my doctor after trying on my own and being denied several times. I was really impressed immediately because he picked up the phone. After a quick discussion we set up a free consultation and he reviewed my case. He really helped me to understand this whole process.... It took a while but after going to court he won my case.

Posted by Greg | August 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Success with my Disability Case!

Mr. Borgia ensured I obtained all of the proper documentation, psychologist's reports and a witness needed to win my case after failing via regular channels. He loves helping people; thanks for making a positive difference for the less fortunate!

Posted by anonymous | March 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Excellent Disability Lawyer Highly Recommend

I hired Chris R Borgia when denied my SSD and SSI CASE. I was recommended to Chris Borgia by a couple of attorneys. SSA took a long term but Borgia eventually won the case for me and got benefits for me and my daughters too. Super happy with his help and result. I will definitely hire him again if I... have any more issues with SSA disability. I highly recommend this attorney

Posted by Ani Padron, Arnp | October 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Highly recommend disability attorney

I am a nurse practitioner and after interviewing several attorneys to represent a close family member, we hired Chris Borgia and he successfully got the disability benefits after several denials. We highly recommend him not just because he won the case and Medicare but also because of his kindness, c...ompassion and professionalism. I will continue to recommend him to any of my disabled patients.

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021.

Suspension with Conditions issued in FL, 2021

updated on 11/03/2021

This means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Suspension with Conditions issued in FL, 2016

updated on 12/19/2016

This means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Work Experience

2007 - 2008

Attorney, Office of the State Attorney

2006 - 2007

Clerk, Third District Court of Appeal

2005 - 2010

Legal Advocate For Abused and Neglected Children, Supreme Court of Florida

2005 - 2006

Attorney, Fowler, White & Burnett P.A.

2004 - 2005

Adjunct Professor, Florida International University

Associations

2004 - Present

United States District Court for the Northern District of Florida

Member

2004 - Present

United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida

Member

2004 - Present

United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida

Member

2003 - Present

Dade County Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Broward County Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Broward County Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Palm Beach County Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives

Member

2002 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2002 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

American Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Social Security Disability

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Education

2002

University of Miami School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Florida International University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2008

F.I.U. Legal Studies

Social Security Disability for Legal Professionals

Publications

2011

James Educational and Legal Publishing Social Security Disability Law Hearing Guide for Attorneys

Languages

Spanish

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