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Matt is an experienced disability litigator selected by his peers for SuperLawyers' annual Ohio Rising Stars recognition for the past eleven (11) consecutive years. The Rising Stars list recognizes no more than 2.5 percent of attorneys in Ohio. To be eligible for inclusion in Rising Stars, a candidate must be either 40 years old or younger, or in practice for 10 years or less.
Balin Law is here to service all of Ohio (and beyond) with zealous representation in Social Security Disability (SSD), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and Long Term Disability (LTD) claims. We pride ourselves on compassion and client convenience with offices in Ashtabula, Beachwood, Canton, Cleveland, Columbus, Cuyahoga Falls, Sheffield Village, Mentor [Our HQ], Toledo, and Youngstown.
Why does Matt practice disability law?
I started practicing disability law because I enjoy fighting for the little guy and I can relate to how a person's health can derail an entire family. I come from a solidly blue-collar background and did not even know what a lawyer was when my uncle was in a terrible accident in 1993 that left him permanently disabled. I remember how confused we all were when the government denied his application for Social Security Disability benefits after many months of waiting. It was pretty clear to our family that a person who could not walk to the bathroom without severe pain could not be expected to work a full-time job. Thankfully, a lawyer working for the Legal Aid Society stepped in to help my family navigate the application process. My heart remains with people who work for a living.
In my late 20s I was diagnosed with a chronic, incurable autoimmunue disease. Unfortunately, living with a chronic condition has provided unique insight into the pain my clients live with day in, day out. Fortunately, living with a chronic condition has increased both my empathy for others and my ability to persist through the difficult times in life we all must face.
What is Matt's role at the firm?
Although my primary focus is creating good legal precedents for disability claimants through federal litigation, I also frequently meet with new clients at many of our ten (10) offices located throughout Ohio and represent clients at their administrative hearings. I basically do whatever is required.
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Posted by Sheila | November 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
The best attorney!
A big thank you to Matt Shupe! Matt took my case when I lived in Ohio. Although I had to move to Ky Matt continued to represent me on my long journey to win my disability case. Even though I could have called Matt to speak over the phone when I had a question ( and believe me I had a lot of questions...
Thank you so much for your kind words, Sheila. We've been through a lot together and I maintain that our initial two hearings with ALJ You Know Who were the strangest hearings of my career. If there was a rule to break, he broke it. I'm thankful we were finally able to right the ship and win you the benefits you deserved. Best - Matt
Posted by Noel | July 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Outstanding Lawyer
Attorney Matthew Jacob Shupe is a very outstanding lawyer he sat down with me and explained to me step by step how everything was going to happen from day one til the day of the hearing and the way he detailed it that is exactly how it happened . He is very honest , professional attention to detail h...
Thank you so much, Noel. It was a privilege to be able to help out with your case.
Posted by Cindy | October 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Professional and caring attorney
After two years of the denial/appeal process, my daughter's SSI case was ultimately successful at the hearing level. The hearing was a nerve-wracking experience for our family but Matthew was superb. He was thoroughly familiar with the details of my daughter's complicated case and his calm, confident...
Thank you very much for the kind words, Cindy. It was a privilege working with you and your family.
Posted by anonymous | September 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Best attorney I've ever had
First of of it's been a person who thought if you can't explain something in layman's terms then you don't understand it yourself. Matt explained everything that was happening in a language that I was able to understand. When I first talked to Matt it was to appeal my denial from disability. The disa...
Thank you for the thoughtful review, AG. I very much enjoyed working with you as well, and as I said after the hearing, winning your case was very meaningful to me. Here's to better MS treatments coming along in the near future!
Posted by Delcenia | March 29, 2016 | Social Security
Social Security overpayment
Mr. Shupe appeared to be very knowledgeable in dealing with Social Security. He was very professional and kind.I was very satisfied with the outcome of the case which was the wrongfully overpayment being removed.
Thanks, Delcenia! I still cannot believe Social Security wrongfully placed such a ridiculously high overpayment on you and your kids' accounts. What a stressful thing to have hanging over your head. Being able to help in cases like yours makes all our hard work worthwhile. Thanks again, Matt
"I endorse this lawyer. Matthew Shupe is the managing attorney for the Appellate Advocacy Group at our office. He is a truly gifted writer and has had tremendous and consistent success in Federal Court litigation. He is also a caring person and takes the time needed to explain things clearly to clients and attorneys who have referred appeals to the office. His keen insight, strong work ethic, and can-do attitude are attributes that we all want in our best attorneys. I give him an unreserved thumbs-up."
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Mar 29
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"I endorse this lawyer. Matt is a very hard working and knowledgeable attorney with a proven ability to succeed in Federal Court appeals."
"Matthew is a compassionate advocate for the disabled. He is an effective Federal Court litigator, routinely securing remands of unfavorable ALJ decisions. Despite his very hectic schedule, he always takes the time to talk to clients and to understand their concerns and hardships. I would highly recommend Matthew to anyone seeking disability."
"I have known Matt Shupe for several years and have come to both greatly respect what he does and who he is as a person. His love of law is exemplified by his commitment to justice and his tenacious advocacy in pursuing his clients’ interests. He is not only bright but is dedicated to excellence, and I frequently look to him for updates on the law and his take on a Social Security issue."
"I endorse Matt Shupe. He is a highly skilled and successful attorney who works incredibly hard for his clients and the legal community in general."
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt is a diligent and prepared attorney. His focus and dedication to appellate litigation is unparalleled in our community."
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Social Security & Disability lawyer
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2012 - Present
Managing Attorney, Appellate Advocacy Group, Balin Law
1900 - Present
Associate, Balin Law, LLC
2009 - 2012
Paralegal, Balin Law
2020 - Present
Ravenwood HealthBoard Member
2018 - Present
CMBA Bar Admissions CommitteeMember
2012 - Present
National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ RepresentativesSustaining Member
2012 - Present
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar AssociationMember
2017 - 2018
CMBA Social Security & Disability SectionSecretary
2013 - 2015
Federal Bar Association, Northern District of Ohio ChapterMember
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JD - Juris Doctor
2008
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2017
Getting Paid at the Agency Level and in Federal Court
2016
Federal Case Law and Regulation Update
2015
Social Security Representation in the Federal Courts
2016
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