Marcia W. Margolius

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Marcia W. Margolius

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 42 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at Cleveland, OH
Practice Areas: Social Security

55 Public Square, Suite 1770, Cleveland, OH

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About Marcia

Biography

Successfully serving the injured and disabled for 30 years. Experienced, knowledgeable and caring.

Successfully serving the injured and disabled for 30 years. Experienced, knowledgable and caring.

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Social Security & Disability 100%

I represent disabled individuals in the pursuit of disability benefits at all administrative and Federal Court levels.

43 years | 30,000 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

25%-25%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2018 2016
Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2015
Silver Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 42 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1983

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Margolius, Margolius, and Associates

55 Public Square, Suite 1770, Cleveland, OH, 44113

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Margolius, Margolius and Associates

1900 Polaris Parkway, Suite 450, Columbus, OH, 43240

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Online Presence

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Marcia W. Margolius's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by James | November 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Social Security

Number one attorney worth 10 stars

They were very fast and helpful with my case they handled it very professional and I recommend them to anyone that needs help with social security or anything like that

Marcia Margolius

Replied last December 02, 2025

James - thank you so much. It was my pleasure to represent you. I wish you all the best!

Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Professionalism matched with empathy

Margolius & Associates have truly been the best experience. From day one, they showed genuine empathy and understanding for my disability and subsequent struggles. At no point did I feel like just a client—they guided me patiently, explained challenges clearly, and accommodated my difficulty understa...nding the process. Every staff member, including my client manager, was compassionate and supportive. Marcia personally called me to discuss where we were and what to anticipate. Our case went all the way to federal court, and we were successful. I am forever grateful! Professional, caring, and dedicated—they are simply outstanding." - B

Marcia Margolius

Replied last October 22, 2025

You are wonderful. Thank you for your trust and kind words. It was my honor to represent you. Marcia

Posted by Max | April 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Awesome Firm

Very helpful throughout the whole process very professional and fast. Was there to answer all my questions

Marcia Margolius

Replied last August 31, 2023

Thank you so much. This is a team effort. We appreciate you! - Marcia

Posted by Rick | October 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

You cannot find a more excellent attorney for your Disability case!!!

In my opinion, Marcia Margolius is an INTERSTELLAR Attorney! Forgive the comparison, however, she was like a Pit Bull who grabbed Social Security by the leg and did not let go until she got results. She was compassionate and understanding towards my wife and I. She kept us informed every step of the ...way. Even when there was no news she told us and informed us of her latest filings and requests on our behalf. She didn't leave us out, not knowing what was happening. If I was hospitalized due to my disability she was right on the spot. She really is worth every penny you may have to pay to get your case heard and settled! We HIGHLY recommend her and are so happy we chose her. That, in fact, was a happy accident in itself. I saw an ad for her and their firm on TV on night. There was no screaming or yelling saying, "WE'LL MAKE THEM PAY!!!" kind of nonsense. The ad was quiet, respectful and allowed us to quietly talk about it ourselves. DO IT! Call her and her firm. You will not be disappointed. I certain of that.

Marcia Margolius

Replied last October 23, 2015

I appreciate all of my reviews and take them seriously, but rarely do they make me laugh. Thank you for the sentiment and humor.

Posted by Gale | October 09, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Great attorney

In 2010 I had a major illness that prevented me from working for a significant period of time. I applied for Social Security Disability on my own after this illness continued and was denied. I then hired a Disability Advocate and started the process again thinking this would help. It did not. The adv...ocate firm did not do very much in the way of help with the process. I was frustrated, it had been over a year with no answer. My Mom told me to call Margolius & Associates to see if they could possibly give me some advice on how I should proceed. I was very frustrated so I decided to call. I spoke with Michelle who is an attorney at this firm. She was very helpful and very knowledgeable about the multiple conditions that I have. She was the biggest reason that I decided to fire the advocate company and go with this firm. I have had the best experience with Marcia as my attorney. Any questions I have had during and after my case was heard & has been answered. They have always been kind. My disability is not a cookie cutter one as I have multiple problems stemming from that one event. My disability hearing was well prepared and thought out. Marcia had already prepared and sent a brief to the judge on my behalf. I won my closed period of disability because of the wonderful group of attorneys at this firm. I'm so glad that I decided to make the call and could not be happier!

Marcia Margolius

Replied last October 09, 2015

Michelle and I greatly appreciate your comments. We really work as a team and do our best for all. It is so nice to know that someone appreciated our team approach.

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Marcia W. Margolius's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jacob Kronenberg

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer as a pre-eminent practitioner in this area of practice."

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Bruce Waterhouse

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Friend

"Choosing the best lawyer is no easy task. You must find that lawyer who combines expertise in her particular area of law with the highest personal qualities. Marcia is that person. I know Marcia from 30 years of friendship. She is a loving wife and mother; she is honest and compassionate with friends and strangers alike; she is patient yet assertive when it’s required; and she gives her clients her best. Without question, Marcia would be my first choice if I were looking for a disability attorney."

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Michael Shapiro

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Friend

"I have known Marcia Margolius for nearly 40 years. She is a consummate lawyer. Professional, courteous and caring. A former President of NOSSCR, she is incredibly knowledgeable about her area of practice and an exceptional attorney. Clients, opposing counsel and jurists acknowledge her expertise and professionalism frequently. It is without hesitation that I recommend Marcia Margolius."

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Emily Gilbert

Employee benefits lawyer

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Joseph Weinstein

Business lawyer

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Muhammad Elhamshari

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Heather Banchek

Social Security & Disability lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer - Social Security- Cleveland, Ohio Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer - Social Security, Super Lawyers Magazine - Cleveland

2019

AV Preeminent 5 out of 5 rating; Silver Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Supurb Rating, Avvo

2018

Supurb rating, Avvo

2016

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

2016

Superb rating, Avvo

2015

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

2011

Bar Register of Preeminent Women Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Peer Review Rated - Highest rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Peer Review Rated - Highest rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1983 - Present

Managing Partner, Margolius, Margolius & Associates

Associations

2010 - 2016

Cleveland Bar Association

1998 - 2019

National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives

Council of Past Presidents

1997 - 1998

National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives

Past President

1986 - 2010

National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives

6th Circuit Representative

Sample of Legal Cases

Smalcer v. Comm'r 1:21-CV-01033

Case remanded for a new hearing.

Mains v. Commissioner of SSA

Case has been remanded for a new hearing.

Osterland v. Commissioner of SSA, Case No. 3:15-CV-00990, United States District Court, N.D. Ohio, Eastern Division.

Remanded for a new hearing

Pater v. Comm'r of SSA, 1:2015cv01295, US Dist Ct. N.Dt. Of Ohio

Remanded for a new hearing.

Neeld v. Comm'r of Social Security, Case # 4:11CV1168

A new hearing has been ordered to address severity of medical condition and treating physician's opinion.

Garcia v. Astrue, Case No. 4:10-cv-56 (N.D.Ohio Mar. 14, 2011); 2011 U.S. Dist

Disability benefits were approved for individual with significant hearing impairment.

Hayes v. Commissioner of SSA, Case No. 1:09-cv-0647 (N.D.Ohio Feb 24,

A new hearing was provided for appropriate evaluation of Fibromyalgia.

Middaugh v. Comm'r SSA, Case # 1:13-cv-01856

Case remanded for new hearing. Judge directed to consider hand limits and treating physician's opinion.

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Education

1983

Case Western Reserve University

law

1980

Emory University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Physician training meeting

Disability and SSI: Navigating the Social Security Maze

2013

School Psychologists and Counselors Meeting

Children and SSI Benefits

2013

Physical Medicine and Rehab Physicians Training Meeting

Disabled Patients and Social Security

2012

Annual Meeting of Arthritis Support Group

Arthritis and Disability

2009

Nattional Organization of Social Security Representatives Biannual Conference

Pre-Hearing Development: Win Early, Win Often

Publications

2016

AVVO Legal Guides Preparing To File For Disability

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Marcia earned significant contribution points in 2018.

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