Stephan John Freeman

Stephan John Freeman

5.0
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 44 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at Saint Petersburg, FL
Practice Areas: Social Security, Military Law

685 1st Ave N, Saint Petersburg, FL

About Stephan

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Social Security & Disability 90%

36 years | 2,500 cases

90%
Military Law 10%

This is a new area of law for me and includes service connected claims and appeals, individual unemployability and non-service connected pensions.

19 years | 10 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

20%-25%


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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 44 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1981

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Stephan John Freeman

685 1st Ave N, Saint Petersburg, FL, 337013601

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55 Client Reviews

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Posted by Brandy | July 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Disability Case: Outcome Favorable, case won.

After my disability Case was denied several times I was then referred to Mr. Freeman by a few family members.. From the time I entered the office of Freeman And Freeman, I was treated with nothing but the utmost respect and compation not only by Mr. Freeman, but by his staff as well... They kept the ...lines of communication open and by doing so, this firm in return gained my respects. Mr. Freeman's honest and professional approach gave me a sense of confidence that he was the right person to represent my case... In doing so he gained a favorable outcome to a winning disability Case in which I am so great full for... I appreciate all that he and his staff provided and would recommend this firm any day..

Posted by Donna | May 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Awesome

After how many years I finally found a lawyer that got my disability. My disability can’t be SEEN so that made it difficult. But he did it AND also did for an acquaintance when I gave her his name. Very polite and kind. He’s a great lawyer to have on your side!

Posted by anonymous | June 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Stephan Freeman Attorney at Law

Mr. Freeman received an email sent by me to his firm on a Friday night and responded to my plea for help in under 12 hours on Saturday. He met with me on that Monday. I was a complete emotional and physical wreck because of the sudden inability to work without hope of return. I was too weak, sick and... upset to file for SSD and knew it was unlikely I would find a lawyer to apply for me since I heard most will not even meet with you until you are denied twice. Yet Mr. Freeman did file for me and shockingly the medical information and presentation of records resulted in Social Security notifying me in twelve weeks that they were rewarding me SSD. I know this is not the norm and often it takes a long time but I feel Mr. Freeman is the reason the case was properly presented which resulted in a proper review by Social Security. I have no idea what I would have done without his help. Keep in mind that Mr Freeman knew all along that if he obtained SSD for me in under six months from the onset of my disability he would receive no pay because there would be no back pay awarded to me by Social Security. He took my case anyway rather than making me suffer while being unable to apply. This is why other lawyers will not take cases that have not been previously denied. Mr. Freeman did what was right for me and not was right for his wallet. He did the honorable thing. That is rare in today's world.

Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Very pleased with Mr. Freeman.

I hired Mr. Freeman to appeal a review for my SSI case. In spite of having a poorly documented medical history, Mr. Freeman took me under his care. He guided me in finding medical professionals who could help me with treatment during such a time of financial hardship. I was able to build the necessar...y evidence to present during a hearing where he fiercely fought for my case. He was always available to answer any questions by either email or phone; there was never a time where I felt like I was alone during this process. Mr. Freeman was kindly patient toward me. He treated me like a valued client and respected me. This is very important for me during an otherwise humiliating and dehumanizing process. Though it took one and a half years (give or take) to get a hearing, he checked up on me periodically and kept up with my medical records. He provided information about every aspect the appeal process and represented me with aggressive confidence. I would definitely recommend Mr. Freeman to any person in need of a lawyer for their disability case and cannot stress enough how much I appreciate all his hard work. I’m very pleased with his professionalism and care.

Posted by Shiela | July 23, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Competent, Considerate and Professional = Success

My experience with Atty. Stephan John Freeman was pleasant and a success. I found him to be competent, considerate and honest. Informing me of the strength and weaknesses of my case. With his guidance I was able, after years of failed attempts without an attorney and with other attorneys, to resolve ...my case. Receiving my settlement within 4 months. I was surprised and elated. I will be eternally grateful.

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Honors

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®

2006

Pro Bono Award, Community Law Program

1999

ProBono Family Law Award, Community Law Program

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Partner, Freeman & Freeman

Associations

2005 - Present

Board of Trustees Suncoast Center for Community Mental Health

Chairman

1991 - Present

NOSSCR

Member

1981 - Present

St Petersburg Bar Association

Member

Education

1981

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

law

1978

Emory University

B.A.

Languages

English

Activity

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