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Edwin Arnold Anderson
- Knoxville, TN
- Licensed for 23 years
About Edwin
Edwin A. Anderson is with the firm of Miller & Drozdowski, P.C. where he concentrates his practice in Social Security disability benefits claims and appeals. Ed is admitted to practice before the State and Federal Courts of Tennessee and California, the United States Tax Court, and the Supreme Court of the United States.
He earned his B.A. in Political Science from UCLA and earned his J.D. from the DePaul University College of Law in Chicago.
For Social Security Disability Claims, our office does not charge a fee for an initial consultation. In claims for benefits, fees for a Social Security Disability claim are typically 25% of the past-due benefits, with a cap of $ 6,000.00. In most cases for benefis, we do not charge a fee unless we win your case.
I look forward to working with you to help you solve your legal situation. Call (865) 637-0515 to schedule a consultation.
Practice areas
- Social security: 100%
Mr. Anderson represents Social Security Disability Claimants and also represents people receiving Social Security Disability benefits when the Social Security Administration claims they have been overpaid. He is a sustaining member of the National Organization of Social Security Clamant's Representatives (NOSSCR).
22 years
Languages spoken
English
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Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| TN | Active | 1997 | 10/28/2019 |
| CA | Inactive | 1995 | 09/26/2019 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Top Attorney | CityView Magazine | 2019 |
| Top Attorney | CityView Magazine | 2018 |
| Outstanding Alumni Chapter Marshal | Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, International | 2018 |
| Top Attorney | CityView Magazine | 2017 |
| Top Attorney | CityView Magazine | 2015 |
| Top Attorney | CityView Magazine | 2014 |
|---|---|---|
| Top Attorney | City View Magazine | 2013 |
| Top Attorney | CityView Magazine | 2012 |
| Top Attorney | CityView Magazine | 2011 |
| Four Way Test Rotarian of the Year -- Honorable Mention | Rotary Club of Knoxville | 2008 |
| Judge Alex A. Hotchkiss Outstanding Chapter Justice Award | Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, International | 1995 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Attorney | Miller & Drozdowski, P.D. | 2017 - Present |
| Attorney | Cannon & Anderson, Attorneys | 2000 - 2017 |
| Associate | David H. Dunaway & Associates | 1997 - 2000 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, Watson, Jr. Chapter | Mock Trial Team Coach | 2019 - Present |
| Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, International | District XXIV Justice | 2018 - Present |
| The John Wooden Athletic Scholarship Fund at UCLA | Bruin Bencher | 2013 - Present |
| Rotary International District 6780 | END POLIO NOW Committee Member | 2013 - Present |
| United States Supreme Court Bar | Admitted to Practice | 2007 - Present |
| Rotary International | Paul Harris Fellow | 2006 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives | Sustaining Member | 2004 - Present |
| UCLA Alumni Association | Life member | 1990 - Present |
| Rotary Club of Knoxville | President | 2017 - 2018 |
| Rotary Club of Knoxville | President-Elect | 2016 - 2017 |
| Phi Alpha Delta Sanford Chapter Mock Trial Team | Attorney Coach | 2016 - 2019 |
| Rotary Club of Knoxville | Free Flu Shot Saturday Site Coordinator | 2015 - 2015 |
| Rotary Club of Knoxville | Vice President & Director of Communications | 2014 - 2015 |
| Knoxville Community Rotaract Club | Club Advisor | 2014 - 2017 |
| Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity - Knoxville Alumni Chapter | Justice | 2012 - 2013 |
| Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity Knoxville Alumni Chapter | Vice-Justice | 2011 - 2012 |
| Phi Alpha Delta McReynolds Chapter Mock Trial Team | Attorney Coach | 2010 - 2015 |
| Rotary Club of Knoxville | Secretary | 2009 - 2014 |
| Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity Knoxville Alumni Chapter | Clerk | 2009 - 2011 |
| Rotary Club of Knoxville | Sergeant-at-Arms | 2007 - 2008 |
| Rotary Club of Knoxville | Director of Club Service | 2007 - 2009 |
| Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, International | International Field Representative | 1995 - 1997 |
| Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity - Los Angeles Alumni Chapter | Member | 1995 - 1997 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dunaway Publication CLE Materials | Representing Tennessee Workers | 1998 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| DePaul University College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1995 |
| University of California, Los Angeles | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1990 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| District 6780 Leadership Assembly | Engaging Social Media Techniques | 2015 |
| Rotary Club of Tellico Lake Weekly Meeting | Where We've Been and Where We're Headed in the Fight to End Polio | 2014 |
| Phi Alpha Delta Knoxville Alumni Chapter Ethics Seminar | E-Ethics | 2014 |
| 2012 Bridge the Gap Seminar for New Attorneys | Keeping Clients Happy and Staying out of Trouble | 2012 |
| Transitional Law Institute | Keeping Clients Happy and Staying out of Trouble | 2011 |
| Rotary Club of Knoxville | Avoiding the Ghosts of Christmas Past: How to Keep Your Holiday Office Party out of the Courtroom | 2011 |
|---|
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Social Securitiy Disability Client S.B. | Won Social Security Disability Benefits |
| Social Security Disability Client W.T. | Won Social Security Disability Benefits |
| Social Security Disability Case - B.G. | Won more than $ 17K in benefits. |
| Timber Cutting Case - Confidential settlement | Confidential Settlement |
| Social Security Disability Case - C.T | Won more than $ 24K in benefits. |
| Contested Debt Collection. $ 20K judgment | Judgment for nearly $ 20,000.00 |
|---|---|
| Contested Probate - Case Settled | Heirs received fair share of estate |
| Social Security Disability Case - Ms. P.L. | Won $ 22,815.80 in SSI benefits, plus monthly benefits |
| Social Security Disability - Mr. D.R. | Won $ 37,004 in past-due benefits plus monthly benefits, children's benefits, and Medicare |
| Complex Trust Administration | Trust under continued management of attorney |
| Social Security Case - M.M. | Won Social Security Disability benefits for client and also benefits for daughter. |
| Social Security Disability Case - Ms. C.R. | Awarded Benefits -- No Hearing Required |
| Social Security Disability Case - Mr. O.W. | Benefits Awarded at first hearing. |
| Social Security Disability Case - Ms. K.M. | Won more than $24K in benefits |
| Domestic Assault Case Dismissed | Dismissed at Second Court Hearing |
| Juvenile Drag Racing Reduced | Drag racing dismissed. Speeding only. Went to traffic school |
| Estate of E.S. - Knox County Probate | Successfully Closed Estate for less than original fee Estimate. |
| Social Security Disability Client Elizabeth T. | Won Social Security Disability Benefits |
| Social Security Disability Client Brian C. | Won Social Security Disability Benefits. |
| Social Security Disability Client Ms. S.C. | Won Social Security Disability Benefits |
| Social Security Disability Client Mr. G.H. | Won Social Security Disability Benefits |
| Worker's Compensation Client Mr. R.J. | Won 3 cases. |
| Social Security Disability Client Ms. H.B. | Won Social Security Disability Benefits |
| Social Security Disability Client Lois P. | Won Social Security Disability Benefits |
| Disorderly Conduct at Airport | Dismissal at Second Court Hearing |
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Attorney endorsements
(42)Jere Ownby, Family Attorney on Oct 28, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Ed is very competent, very professional, and very through. He is well thought of by the judges and his fellow lawyers. Anyone represented by Ed Anderson is well represented.
Karrah Leary, Business Attorney on Jan 29, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ed Anderson is an attorney who is fully dedicated to and passionate about the practice of law. He is committed to his clients and consistently invests the time and effort necessary in order to meet their objectives. Ed is friendly, approachable, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. Additionally, Ed devotes his spare time to volunteering in the Knoxville community and sharing his legal expertise by serving as a mentor for numerous law students and young attorneys. I heavily endorse Ed for Probate and Social Security matters.
Catherine Harrington, Employment and labor Attorney on Jan 17, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
The Social Security disability process can be daunting, even for attorneys. Ed's experience and dedication to his clients is unparalleled in the community, and even makes the most complex cases seem like a breeze for his clients.
Emily Long, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 16, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ed is extremely knowledgeable, and he is dedicated to working diligently for his clients. When it comes to Social Security disability matters, I do not hesitate to refer people to Ed. With Ed, you will receive thoughtful, thorough representation.
Jordan Patel, Social security Attorney on Mar 10, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly endorse Mr. Anderson. He's consulted with me on Social Security matters amongst other areas of law.
Sherri Carr, Business Attorney on Nov 6, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Anderson is the advocate you want by your side. He will exceed your expectations and do everything it takes to prevail on your behalf. I highly endorse him.
Elizabeth Bowden, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 29, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I've known Mr. Anderson since my first year of law school. He is a well-respected and highly skilled member of the bar. I trusted him to represent me personally in a legal matter, and he obtained excellent results on my behalf. I fully endorse Mr. Anderson, and encourage those looking for strong legal representation to set up an appointment with him right away.
Jim Owen, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 10, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ed Anderson is a fine lawyer who knows how to get results. I endorse this lawyer.
Nicholas Armes, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 21, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Ed is a true professional, and he is always open to helping other lawyers. I have only recently claimed my Avvo profile, but I'm certainly not surprised that Ed is one of the highest ranked attorneys on this site. He is always one of the first lawyers to pop into my mind when someone asks me for referral.
Jill Thrash, Probate Attorney on Jul 3, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Me. Anderson has an excellent reputation in the community. I refer all potential clients in the Knoxville area to him because he is known among his peers as being extremely knowledgeable and a strong advocate for his clients. I'm always happy when I see him agree with one of my answers! He is a top-notch probate and elder law attorney.
Patrick Slaughter, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 17, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I cannot recommend Mr. Anderson highly enough. You can read Mr. Anderson's client reviews and see that he gets great results for his clients. He is also well respected in the legal community. Mr. Anderson is willing to assist other attorneys assist their clients as well. On one occasion Mr. Anderson went out of his way on a Sunday afternoon to meet me at the jail to notarize a document...without be compensated I might add. Many attorneys turn to Mr. Anderson for advice and assistance. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Anderson to anyone seeking assistance in an area in which he practices.
Jesse Lords, Family Attorney on Jan 27, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Jacob Mason, Estate planning Attorney on Jan 13, 2015
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Robert Gilligan, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 6, 2015
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Jay Stillman, Trucking accident Attorney on Dec 18, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Sean Cleary, Car accident Attorney on Dec 18, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community.
Seth Crabtree, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 15, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Thanks to his involvement in the legal community, I had the chance to learn from Ed Anderson up close and personal. I have never seen one attorney who could take control of a courtroom, attend to his client's needs, and possess such a deep knowledge of the law. As a Probate attorney, Ed puts all of these skills to use. Few areas of the law are as complex as probate or require such a high level of expertise. I've referred clients to Ed before and will not hesitate to recommend his representation in the future.
Vance Davis, Elder law Attorney on Sep 24, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have read and agreed with a great number of Mr. Anderson's fine contributions to the Avvo community. He is a highly skilled and highly knowledgeable lawyer. There is no question that Mr. Anderson is a top flight attorney.
James Owen, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 13, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Ed is a respected, experienced, and knowledgeable attorney who works hard to zealously advocate for his clients.
Michael Pandullo, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 19, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ed Anderson is a respected, experienced, and knowledgeable attorney who works hard to help his injured and disabled clients achieve the best possible outcome under the law.
John O'Brien, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 4, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible.
Alicia McMurray, Business Attorney on Mar 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ed Anderson is one of my mentors. He has an excellent demeanor with clients and is truly outstanding in court.
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