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Robert C. Alston
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Biography
Robert developed a passion for helping people at a young age. His parents instilled in him the importance of taking care of family and friends, no matter the need. Robert's Dad, a WWII Vet, provided for his family working with cattle and in citrus harvesting. Working alongside of his dad, Robert learned to appreciate the value of hard work, doing a job well, and the importance of helping others.
Robert did not take the traditional path to law school. Instead, after completing his bachelor's degree, he worked for years in retail and insurance. These years gave him real life experience which helps him understand and identify his clients’ needs and solutions, whether it is a Social Security Disability case or a motor vehicle accident case. Unfortunately, it was during this time that Robert experienced first-hand the impact a chronic and debilitating illness has, not only on the person, but the entire family when his father was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Walking through this difficult time, Robert personally experienced the importance of having an advocate to ensure that a suffering person is not overlooked or marginalized. This, combined with his other life experiences, created a passion for helping those who cannot help themselves and needs an advocate to fight for them.
When Robert attended Stetson University College of Law, his passion for advocating and the law was evident. He participated in numerous competitions in trial and appellate work. During law school he interned with a local circuit court judge and then clerked for her. Robert also interned with a governmental agency and with the State Attorneys’ office prosecuting cases.
He graduated from law school in 1999 with his Juris Doctorate, Cum Laude.
During his law career, he has represented injured workers, accident victims, and the disabled. It is this passion and desire to help those in need that has shaped the mission of his firm. Robert’s commitment to helping clients extends beyond the resolution of their case. For him, the people he helps are clients for life. To ensure that clients are treated like family, Robert has selected staff who share his vision to be a voice for those whom insurance companies and the government ignore. The vision and passion of the firm is reflected in this simple, yet powerful statement “At the heart of our firm, we are people helping people”.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Social Security & Disability
75%
27 years | 4,000 cases
Car Accident
25%
27 years | 350 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
25%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 26 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Robert C. Alston
36739 State Road 52, Suite 206, Dade City, FL, 33525
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Robert C. Alston's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Sue | March 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Team
I would have been LOST without this team! They were very friendly and made me feel like I was the only client Mr Alston had. They were very knowledgeable of all the legal and medical issues but most of all, how you will be affected. At all times I felt they were on my side and fighting right along w...
Posted by Ron | August 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Educational, detailed and personable come together for an elevated experience that everyone should share.
Everyone needs Robert Alston and his team on their side. It's best to have them from day one, that's what I did and I never regretted that decision. The entire staff is knowledgeable and friendly. From day one they treated me as if I was the most important person in the world and they helped educate ...
Robert Alston
Replied last August 29, 2019Ron, It was a pleasure working with you and guiding you through the long and tedious process that is Social Security Disability. As you mentioned, it is a great help to have us on your side from day one. Being there from the beginning allows us to direct, monitor, and provide information to Social Security in a way that is the most helpful to your claim. But no matter when someone hires us, we use our time proven legal strategies to give all our clients the best chance for success. My more than 20 years of experience has taught me that combining a highly trained and skilled legal team with an informed client, creates the best outcomes. That is why our team constantly trains and shares information not only with each other but with our clients on the ever changing procedures and requirements of the disability process. This allows us to be proactive and not reactive. We understand that when someone calls us for help, they are in one of the most stressful and difficult times of their life. Being disabled takes away a person’s ability to provide for their families and they have questions to which they need answers. Unfortunately, relying on the government to educate you on how to get approved for disability is not a winning strategy. That is why when someone calls our office for help, even if it is a case we aren’t able to take, we will educate them on the process and the next steps they need to take to have the best chance of being granted disability. Thank you again Ron, for the kind words and the affirmation of the work we do. Robert
Posted by Craig | August 8, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Disability Lawyer
Great Lawyer!!! Always answered the phone. Helped with my Disability case!! Betsy and Christy were amazing. Thanks Craig Brassard
Robert Alston
Replied last August 23, 2019Thank you so much. It was a pleasure helping you and getting you the benefits you deserved.
Posted by Thomas | April 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Honest and Effective Legal Representation
You see a lot of slick television ads for lawyers that talk about aggressive tactics, high monetary awards, and large support teams. What my wife and I found in Robert Alston and his caring team at The Disability Law Firm was a quiet, small,but highly effective legal team that represented us superbly...
Posted by Diana | September 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Disability application
Robert and his staff provided all the info I needed to know to apply for disability and even submitted the application for me. They kept me updated during the only 5 month process. I had many questions that were always answered the same day. Thanks to their assistance, my application was approved on ...
Robert C. Alston's Lawyer Endorsements
"I've known Robert for well over 20 years. I've found him to be one of the most ethical, versatile, industrious, and effective attorneys I've ever known. He really cares about all his clients and goes "the extra mile" for each and every one of them. I enthusiastically recommend Robert to anyone in need of a terrific, uniquely qualified attorney."
"I have known Mr. Alston for years. He is a highly ethical and compassionate lawyer who cares about doing the best job he can for his clients and can explain the complexities of the Social Security system to them in a way that they can understand."
Steven Perrigo
Social Security & Disability lawyer | May 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse and recommend Mr. Alston based on his experience and expertise handling Social Security Disability cases."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Robert is an outstanding attorney and a great person."
"Mr. Alston is an outstanding and excellent attorney. I would recommend anyone and everyone to him for his services. I have been practicing for 24 years as a judge, magistrate, law professor, private attorney, and prosecutor, and I learn from his answers on Avvo every day. Simply an exemplary attorney."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Robert Alston is a talented and well respected social security attorney who I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a lawyer who really cares about his clients."
Michael Shemtoub
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Nov 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Provides quality answers to Avvo community and very knowledgable"
"I endorse this lawyer. I went to law school with Robert and know him to be an excellent attorney."
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Patrick Singer
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Oct 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I highly recommend Robert. He is a great role model for less-experienced attorneys. He abides by the highest moral and ethical standards. He works diligently to obtain the best possible results for his clients. Robert brings a wealth of knowledge and professionalism to the legal field."
"I went to law school with Mr. Alston, and have had cases against him. He is a hard worker, an ethical lawyer and a talented advocate for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
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Matthew Donaldson
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Sep 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Hard worker. Keeps up with the law. Smart, Fearless and aggressive."
Russell Keener
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jun 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. His AVVO answers demonstrate a superior knowledge of complex legal issues."
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Experience
Honors
2010
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1996
1st Place Freshman Closing Argument Competition, Stetson University College of Law, Trial Advocacy Society
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Owner, The Disability Law Firm, P.A.
2017 - 2018
Adjunct Professor, Pasco Hernando State College
2014 - 2015
Adjunct Professor, Pasco Hernando State College
2002 - 2012
Partner/Owner, Alston & Baker, P.A.
1999 - 2002
Associate Attorney, Newman, LeVine, & Metzler, P.A.
Associations
2009 - Present
National Association of Social Security Claimants' RepresentativesMember
1999 - Present
Florida BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
U.S. Security Assoc. and Gallagher Bassett Services v. Vines
Per Curiam Affirmed
Ginsberg v. Chemmed II
Per Curiam Affirmed
Ginsberg v. Chemmed
Reversed and remanded with directions
Education
1998
Stetson University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor - Cum Laude
1983
Saint Leo College
BA - Bachelor of Arts, With Honors
Speaking Engagements
2011
Monthly meeting of school social workers
Social Security Disablity for Children
2011
Compassionate Allowances
SSDI and Compassionate Allowances
Publications
2022
The Disability Law Firm Blog
Liability for Brake Check Crashes in Florida
2022
The Disability Law Firm Blog
Does Social Security Disability Affect Retirement Benefits?
2022
The Disability Law Firm Blog
Social Security Disability and Medication Side Effects
2022
The Disability Law Firm Blog
Hiring an Attorney for an SSDI Appeal Can Ease Your Stress
2022
The Disability Law Firm Blog
How to Apply for SSD
2021
The Disability Law Firm Blog
What COVID Long Haulers Should Know About Disability Benefits
2021
The Disability Law Firm Blog
Should I get a Lawyer for a Car Accident?
2021
A Disability Law Firm Free Report
7 Things You Should Know About Social Security Disability
2021
The Disability Law Firm Blog
Reasons to Speak With a SSD Lawyer
2021
The Disablity Law Firm FAQs
How Do I Get Social Security Spousal Benefits?
Languages
English
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