Nancy L. Cavey

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Nancy L. Cavey

4.5
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 45 years

Insurance Lawyer at Saint Petersburg, FL
Practice Areas: Insurance, Social Security, Bankruptcy & Debt, Workers Compensation

1700 66th Street N, Suite 504,, Saint Petersburg, FL

About Nancy

Biography

Need help with a Long Term Disability or Social Security Disability claim?

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Insurance 49%

Long Term Disability and ERISA Law including Short Term Disability.

46 years

49%
Social Security & Disability 40%

Social Security Disability Insurance Law

46 years

40%
Bankruptcy and Debt 7%

Bankruptcy Chapter 7 and Chapter 13

7%
Workers Compensation 4%

State of Florida Workers Compensation Law

46 years

4%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2019 2016 2015
Silver Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 9 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2016

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 45 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1980

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Nancy L. Cavey

1700 66th Street N, Suite 504,, Saint Petersburg, FL, 33710

caveylaw.com

Online Presence

Other places you can find Nancy online.

Nancy L. Cavey's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

43 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Personal Injury

Posted by Jaye | October 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Social Security

Attorney Nancy cavey in her assistants are amazing they are very helpful. They worked very hard on my wife's social security case. They walked my wife through everything that she needed to know when she went to a hearing. The day of the hearing Nancy Cavey went over everything with my wife before the...y went in front of the judge. After the judge heard the case Nancy Cavey walked out with my wife and talked to us about what the next steps were and guess what 2 Days Later we received the approval from Social Security. Me and my wife cannot stress enough how helpful Nancy Cavey and her staff are and they also till today still keep in contact with us to see how things are going for us we have never seen any law firm do this for anyone they are very caring once again thank you very much Nancy Cavey and her Law Firm and we would recommend her to anyone with any kind of personal injury or Social Security case she gets the job done!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by Andrea | September 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Do not use this lawyer!

DO NOT USE THIS LAWYER!!! I have never in my life been treated as poorly as I was with this lawyer. I was in a car accident 3 years ago that ruptured 9 of the disks in my spine. Cavey sold the caring lawyer bit well, but after our first meeting when she took on my case and I signed the paperwork, s...he never once returned my calls. Her assistants or paralegals (I'm not sure what they are) were two of the rudest, least competent women on the planet. I would call in with new medical/Doctor/hospitalization information, questions, or to check on my case and they were often short and NEVER let me speak to the actual attorney. My case should have been easily approved by round two. I had more than enough medical documentation. I lost my insurance and access to medical care about halfway through all of this. I begged her assitant to have her call me back, begged them to file for an expedited hearing, and nothing. Absolutely nothing. I get a letter from Social Security letting me know that my hearing was scheduled. I call again and no calls back, her assistants never offering anything more than like "okay, well I'll take that information and have her call you back." WHICH SHE NEVER DID!!! 10 days before my hearing, still nothing. I called again and I'm begging. I refused to get off the phone until I spoke with her. Her assitant starts screaming at me like some crazy person that I was being uncooperative and that Cavey would no longer represent me. Let me reiterate the the only time I raised my voice was to tell her that there was no reason to yell at me (at which point she hung up). I tried calling back and she kept hanging up on me. I tried to get another lawyer but no one would take my case until she waived her right to collect a fee on my case. It took me over a week to get that waiver of paper from her office. I had to make the 4 hour drive to Tampa (I have since moved) for my hearing, with no lawyer. I was granted a continuance and given a copy of my medical records that had been sent it. It was threadbare! Nothing was sent in past the first 3 months after the accident. NONE of dozen or more doctors that I had seen were even contacted. I gathered what I could from every doctor and specialist that I could remember (I get terrible migraines and a large part of my case was how hard it is for me to concentrate and remember things). I tried to gather what I hadn't lost in the mail but it was only about 60% of what should have been in there. My case is now pending while they look over at the stack of documents that I had to scramble to get together. Whatever you do, do not trust her.

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Nancy L. Cavey's Lawyer Endorsements

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E. Lynn Gibbons

Insurance lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have been referring clients to Nancy for long term and short term disability benefits for over 10 years. She is professional and aggressive and could write a book on ERISA claims. I highly recommend her!"

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Lisa Douglas

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Nancy is a pro, she really knows her stuff."

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Christopher Davis

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Ms. Cavey. She does a fantastic job for her clients, and also helps other lawyers by teaching them to serve their clients better. Ms. Cavey is very smart and dedicated to her specialty, so her clients are very well served."

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Christopher Petruccelli

Workers compensation lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Nancy is an excellent attorney who carries great knowledge and passion in her representation."

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Charlotte Christian

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Other

"I first met Nancy Cavey in a group for lawyers and I learned very quickly how valuable she is to the profession. Nancy is one of the premier examples of attorneys who run their law office efficiently and professionally. Nancy has been helpful to me as an attorney and she is a lawyer who I would hire without reservation."

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Gregory Perenich

Insurance lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Nancy for approximately 10 years and believe she has the intellect and experience to achieve the best results for her clients, particularly in the area of ERISA long-term disability."

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Brian Mittman

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"For over six years I have had the pleasure of knowing and working with Nancy. While we practice in different states, having an attorney in Florida who REALLY knows what she is talking about is invaluable. I have actually worked with her on workers compensation matters, long term disability and social security. The information and education she provides to her clients and prospective clients is second to none and her willingness to speak and explain needed information to other attorneys is superb. I strongly endorse Nancy Cavey!"

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Scott Marshall

Unknown lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Nancy Cavey for 15 years and had many cases against her. She is a fierce advocate for her clients. Her keen intellect and direct approach make her a very potent adversary. I have never known a lawyer as focused as she is. I strongly recommend her."

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Charles Boyk

Unknown lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Other

"I can wholly endorse Nancy. She takes her clients step by step through the complex legal process, dedicated to providing her best service. If you're in Florida and in need of an attorney, you know who to call."

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James Brown

Unknown lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I definitely endorse Nancy Cavey as the best Social Security and Long Term Disability lawyer for you to have on your side. She is the best at taking the lead in the legal process in your time of need. Do not hesitate to call Nancy Cavey if you need a disability lawyer in Florida."

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Daniel Buckfire

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Nancy Cavey has a well-deserved national reputation for her representation of injured clients in social security, worker's compensation, and disability insurance claims. Her knowledge of Long Term Disability claims is extraordinary and her track record of success against those insurance companies is second to none. Nancy and her staff provide the perfect client experience throughout the entire process. She deserves her perfect "10" AVVO rating."

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Stuart Carpey

Unknown lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Nancy for several years through various national legal organizations to which she and I belong. I hold her in the highest regard. She genuinely cares for her clients and is a top-notch person. I would not hesitate to refer any client of mine who resides in Florida, and who had a Social Security Disability claim, to her office. I am confident she would provide excellent representation."

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Brian Beckcom

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Nancy truly is an exceptional lawyer. I know firsthand that Nancy is constantly trying to improve her client's experience. I recommend her without reservation."

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Timothy Young

Social Security & Disability lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Other

"Nancy works hard to educate her clients. She is always looking for ways to improve her clients' experiences with her office. That is rare with today's lawyers."

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James Parrish

Unknown lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Other

"I endorse Nancy Cavey. Having over 30 years of experience, Nancy is the premiere Long Term Disability attorney in Florida. She is always efficient and effective in her work. If you have a disability matter in Florida, Nancy Cavey is the person to call."

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Lee Jurewitz

Social Security & Disability lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a fellow Social Security Benefits attorney, Nancy is an inspiration to me and how we practice in our law office. She not only obtains fantastic results for her clients but she runs her office with precision and consistently provides compassionate customer service for her clients."

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Ross Jurewitz

Insurance lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Nancy runs one of the best law practices--of any practice area--in the entire country. She is a nationally recognized leader when it comes to law office management and systems. Her insurance claim and disability benefits clients should consider them truly blessed to have Nancy Cavey and her team representing them. Oh, and Go Gators!"

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Jeffrey Rasansky

Social Security & Disability lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Friend

"I have known Nancy for quite some time and she is without a doubt one of the best Social Security and Disability attorneys I know. She has always been an advocate for victims and gives expert information freely to those who seek it."

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Daniel O'Brien

Social Security & Disability lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Nancy is creative, innovative and a truly talented lawyer. You cannot do better than having Nancy as your attorney."

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L. Ty Wilson

Social Security & Disability lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nancy Cavey is in my opinion one of the leading authorities on Long Term Disability and Social Security attorneys in Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida area. Having authored 5 books on the subject Ms. Cavey the clear leader in the areas of Long Term Disability and Social Security law. Ms. Cavey is focused and unwavering on obtaining the results her clients seek. She is a credit to the legal profession. Therefore I gladly endorse Nancy Cavey."

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1984 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Nancy L. Cavey

1982 - 1984

Attorney, Law Office of Earlie Thompson

1980 - 1982

Attorney, Florida Department of Labor: Office of General Counsel

Associations

1984 - Present

St. Petersburg Bar Association

Member

1980 - Present

Florida Bar Association

Member

1980 - Present

Florida Bar, Workers' Compensation Law Section

Member

Workers Compensation section of the Florida Bar

Chair

American Association for Justice

Member

1990 - 2007

Florida Workers Compensation Rules and Procedures Committee

Member

1990 - 2007

Florida Bar, Workers' Compensation Law Section

Executive Council

Education

1980

William Mitchell College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Hamline University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Workers Compensation Conference

Workers Compensation

N/A

ERISA Esquire Meeting

Long Term Disability & ERISA

Publications

2009

News and Four-Fourty Report Workers Compensation Mediation

Languages

English

Activity

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