Clifford Michael Farrell
also known as Cliff Farrell
About Clifford
Biography
Cliff has represented Social Security and SSI clients for more than 29 years. Cases are handled before Social Security and at all levels of the federal Court appeals system. Cliff teaches continuing legal education courses on Social Security for other lawyers and is on the Board of Trustees for NOSSCR, the National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives.
Cliff also handles VA disability claims, and is registered with the VA as an authorized representative of veterans seeking VA benefits.
Cliff has had several cases of significance in federal Courts, including most recently Cole v. Astrue, Commissioner of Social Security, in the US Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, serving states including Ohio.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
20%-25%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Virginia for 7 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2019
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 42 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
Licensed in Ohio for 43 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1982
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Clifford Michael Farrell
5810 Shier Rings Road, Front, Dublin, OH, 43016
Law Offices of Clifford Michael Farrell
12 E. Warren Street, Lebanon, OH, 45036
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Clifford Michael Farrell's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
4 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes
Posted by anonymous | November 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Don't Hire Clifford Farrell
What an incompetent attorney. He did a terrible job representing me, then after the case was lost dropped me saying he sympathized with the judge's decsion. Why did he even take my case if he didn't believe in it and wasn't going to do his best? He was never available on the telephone, wouldn't call ...
Posted by Domenique | July 27, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Amazing Customer Care
I called today about possibly changing my representation from a different law firm. It turns out it would not be advantageous for me to do so at this point in time. However, I was able to speak with one of the attorneys immediately and he offered suggestions and information that made me feel much mor...
Clifford Michael Farrell's Lawyer Endorsements
"Cliff is an excellent subject matter expert in Social Security Disability. He has many years of experience in representing claimants at all stages of appeal. I would recommend this lawyer without hesitation."
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Apr 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer based on his knowledgeable Social Security responses on Avvo."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Farrell is a highly experienced lawyer as is reflected both in his superb Avvo rating and his many fine contributions to the Avvo Q&A forum. Any client lucky enough to have Mr. Farrell on the case is in very good hands."
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"I endorse this lawyer. An outstanding and well respected attorney in the legal community. I would recommend him wholeheartedly to anyone needing legal representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. It is clear by reading the answers in the AVVO community that this lawyer is a top notch attorney who is highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. I know Mr. Farrell by reputation. I do some social security but not to the extent he does. However, by reading his answer here, not only does he provide a service to those asking questions, he is a benefit to other attorneys that follow what he writes."
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jun 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Farrell consistently provides insightful and helpful advice. His knowledge and diligence are clearly evident. I endorse him without reservation."
"Mr. Farrell is very knowledgeable. An asset to the Avvo community."
"Based on the thoughful and helpful answers that I have read from Mr. Farrell in the area of Social Security Disability, I endorse this attorney."
"I endorse his lawyer. This lawyer has a superior knowledge of the law and any client would benefit from having his representation."
"Attorney Farrell sets the example for other lawyers by sharing his time and expertise in providing answers to questions from the general public in his core competency areas of Social Security, military law, and Veterans benefits. The guidance he provides is consistently on time and an on target, and for these reasons, I endorse Cliff in his work without reservation."
"Mr. Farrell's experience speaks for itself. He's highly qualified to assist you. I endorse his work."
"With praise from clients and lawyers for his work and professionalism, Mr. Farrell's profile on Avvo is impressive. I would encourage those who need legal assistance with social security related issues in OH to contact Clifford Farrell and speak to him about how he can help."
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jan 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Farrell is a very well versed Social Security attorney"
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Experience
Honors
2017
Named Ohio Super Lawyer - Social Security, West Super Lawyers
2016
Named Ohio Super Lawyer - Social Security, West Super Lawyers
2015
Named Ohio Super Lawyer - Social Security, West Super Lawyers
2014
Named Ohio Super Lawyer - Social Security, West Super Lawyers
2013
Named Ohio Super Lawyer - Social Security, West Super Lawyers
1997
AV rating, Martindale-Hubbell
N/A
Superb Rating, AVVO
Work Experience
1991 - Present
Partner, Manring & Farrell
1989 - 1991
Owner, Law Offices of Clifford M. Farrell
1988 - 1989
Partner, Farrell & Golian
Associations
2010 - Present
National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives (NOSSCR)Board of Directors
2009 - Present
National Board of Trial Advocacy, Division of the National Board of Legal Specialty CertificationSocial Security Advisory Committee Member
1984 - Present
National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives (NOSSCR)Member
1984 - Present
Ohio Association for Justice (OAJ)Member
1984 - Present
Columbus Bar AssociationMember
1984 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember
1984 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1984 - Present
Central Ohio Association for Justice (formerly Franklin County Trial Lawyers Association)Member
1984 - Present
American Association for Justice (formerly Association of Trial Lawyers of America)Member
2000 - 2002
Ohio Association for Justice (OAJ)Chair - Social Security Section
Sample of Legal Cases
Favorable to client - remanded for new hearing
Favorable to client - remanded for new hearing
Education
1982
JD - Juris Doctor
1978
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Veterans' Benefits
2012
Sixth Circuit Case Law Update, NOSSCR
2012
Federal Court Appeals, Step By Step
2012
6th Circuit Update & Seminar
2012
Handling a Social Security Disability Case
2007
Attacking the Social Security Consultative Examination
2006
Ethics for the Social Security Practitioner
2006
Maximizing Benefits for clients who receive Social Security and Workers' Compensation
2006
Current Issues Affecting Social Security Disability
2006
Social Security and Workers' Compensation Offset Issues
2005
How to Prepare for and Succeed , Social Security Disability Hearing in Ohio
2001
Social Security Fundamentals
2001
Handling a Social Security Disability Case in Ohio
Publications
2003
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
i have an SSI disability case filed two years ago.
18 Oct 2025
I need information on this problem here to know where I stand
31 Mar 2021
Questions?
03 Apr 2021
Legal Guides
Childhood Disability Evaluations - The Six Domains
28 Feb 2012
Childhood Disability Evaluations - Functional Equivalence to the Listings
28 Feb 2012
Childhood Disability Evaluations - Equaling the Listings
28 Feb 2012