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Kenneth Patrick Karlock
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Biography
I have been handling Social Security disability matters for more than 30 years and have the experience necessary to fight to win your claim. I am a former disability claims adjudicator and have hands on training as to how the Social Security Administration makes determinations. I can put this experience to work for you!
I continually strive to gain new knowledge about issues relevent to representing my clients. I have been asked to lecture to other attorneys on issues relating to disability claims.
Representing individuals who have been improperly denied benefits is my passion. I take great pride in assuring that my clients receive a fair consideration of their claim and do everything in my power to protect their rights at each and every step of the process.
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Contingency
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Licensed in Ohio for 32 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1993
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Location
Cutter Hall Karlock LLC
PO Box 15072, Columbus, OH, 43215
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Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Great Lawyer
well I was very nervous about the hearing for my ssdi case but it was over the phone because of conoid-19...anyway the trial went amazing mr Karlock presented a very good case it lasted all of 20 mins....we got a bench decision which is very rare ...I attribute this decision to mr Karlock preparatio...
Posted by anonymous | January 08, 2018
Review of Kenneth Karlock
Had a telephone conference with Mr. Karlock. He instructed me on what we need to do prior to hiring an attorney. He was very helpful and when the time comes, I will hire him.
Posted by David | July 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Quick results: won my Social Security disability (SSD) case in less than 3 full months!
Mr. Karlock is a kind gentleman who helped build a strong case for my SSD case. He provided my MSW therapist paperwork to fill out to support my SSD case, which is something I would not have had if I did not have Karlock's representation. I appreciate having Mr. Karlock's guidance, during my SSD ap...
Posted by Chester | October 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Superior Representation
Mr. Karlock provided superior representation on my Social Security Disability case. I received approval on my application within two months. He was thoughtful, professional and very knowledgeable about the entire application process. He explained the process in terms that were very understandable....
Posted by Stephanie | August 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Worth the research!
I am so glad my husband and I took the time to research Disability Attornies. We chose Mr. Karlock because we thought he could help me. Mr. Karlock did everything possible to help me be successful and get me the benefits I deserved. He was very positive from the beginning and believed in my case fro...
Kenneth Patrick Karlock's Lawyer Endorsements
"I am proud to have Ken as my business partner and even happier to call him my husband. He is unwavering in his client loyalty and advocacy, and is never afraid to assert his clients' best interests in the face of adversity. Ken aggressively represents claimants in initial applications, appeals, hearings, before the Appeals Council and before the United States District Court. He is especially knowledgeable on vocational and procedural issues, and I am thankful to be able to bounce questions and ideas off of him every day. Working with Ken these past years has definitely made me a better Social Security Disability attorney."
Robert Handelman
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Apr 15
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Ken always provides the service and respect our mutual clients deserve. He is a good listener and works diligently for all of his disability claimants. I never hesitate to recommend him to any of my clients with social security disability issues."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Ken for many years, He is a diligent, reputable attorney."
Robert Handelman
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Experience
Honors
2015
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
President's Award, Columbus Bar Association
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Partner, Cutter Hall Karlock LLC
2006 - 2011
Owner, Karlock Law Offices
2004 - 2006
Partner, Calig and Handelman LPA
1997 - 2004
Attorney, Calig and Handelman LPA
1993 - 1997
Disability Claims Adjudicator, State Of Ohio
Associations
2025 - Present
Advocates, Counselors, and Representatives for the Disabled (ACRD)Member
2010 - 2013
Columbus Bar Association, Social Security Disability CommitteeCo-chair
2010 - 2013
Columbus Bar Association, Social Security Disability CommitteeFounding Member
1997 - 2024
National Organization of Social Security Claimants RepresentativesMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Johnson v. Comm'r, Case No: 2:13cv788, S.D. Ohio, July 1, 2014.
Order for remand
Wooldridge v. Comm'r 2:14-cv-1139 SD Ohio
Order for remand
Education
1993
Case Western Reserve University
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
Ohio State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Essential Guide to Social Security in Ohio
Vocational Issues
2013
Winter Conference
Vocational Expert Cross Examination
2012
Social Security CLE
Fine Tuning Your Social Security Disability Practice
2010
Social Security CLE
Succeed at the ALJ Hearing
2010
Social Security CLE
Social Security Basics
2007
Annual Convention
Update to Changes in the Listings
2006
Annual Conference
Hearing Preparation
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
How do I give ssi information stating I don't need a payee ?
10 Nov 2021
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What is included in my SSA file??
03 Feb 2021
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Why didn’t ALJ ask me any questions?
18 Nov 2020