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As a woman lawyer who owns her own firm, I believe I bring nurturing and caregiving skills to my cases. I grew up in a family of nursing professionals and spent much of my formative years volunteering in facilities with physically and cognitively impaired adults. I know that when a person becomes physically or mentally impaired and can no longer work, it impacts the entire family. I know no one wants to have to apply for disability. If you need to talk to someone about whether you or your loved one should be filing for disability, or you have a claim in the process where you just have questions, call me. I can help.
I have successfully represented Social Security and Veteran's Disability claimants, starting with initial filing through administrative appeals and advanced appeals in the federal courts. I don't give up; I have done thousands of hearings and am keenly aware that judges are not swayed by attorney advertising bluster. Cases are won by careful preparation and effectively arguing the application of the law based upon the fine details of the evidence. Preparation of cases must be attorney driven and not staff driven. I believe in the practice of law as an honorable profession, not just another legal service business. I am a leader in the disability legal community, teaching and speaking both locally and nationally. I routinely accept referrals of advanced level Appeals Council and federal court claims from other firms.
Practice Areas
Social Security - Disability
Long-Term Disability
Assistance For Young Adults With Autism
Adult Guardianships
Education
Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis, Indiana
J.D.
State University of New York at Oswego
B.A.
Major: Public Justice
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Practice Areas
25 years
20 years
25%-25%
State: Indiana
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Fax
301 East Carmel Drive, Suite G003, Carmel, IN, 46032
kbarlegal.com
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Posted by anonymous | September 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Exceptional
She was a great attorney to work with. Ten min in front of the judge we won Highly recommend to others Excellent choice.
Posted by Elizabeth | December 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
So appreciated!
I haven't had a lot of need requiring legal advice so I was understandably nervous about hiring one. Annette was the perfect choice and so appreciated. She kept me calm and in the loop at all times and explained all the ins and outs of my case which eventually was decided in my favor. I would have no...
Posted by anonymous | June 15, 2015 | Social Security Disability
Excellent Lawyer
She was an excellent lawyer, that helped us navigate the often confusing, redundant world of dealing with the federal government especially regarding the process of filing for disability. We certainly recommend her services as a lawyer. She kept us informed and was very prompt in answering any quest...
Posted by Mike | May 21, 2015 | Social Security Disability
A Disability Lawyer Who Knows Her Stuff!
My case was a difficult one to prove because the symptoms of my illness have changed multiple times, and have sometimes been simultaneous for more than a decade. Eventually, my condition worsened to the point that I had to file for disability. After seeing literally dozens of doctors, who ordered man...
Social Security & Disability lawyer | May 15
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Annette is a leader in this field and is always willing to help a colleague. She has been successful in representing claimants in disability matters and in appealing denials."
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2023
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2023
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2022
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2022
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2021
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2021
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2021
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2020
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2017
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2016
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2014
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2013
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2012 - Present
Attorney at Law, KBAR Legal Services, LLP
2003 - 2012
Supervising Attorney, Keller & Keller
1999 - 2003
Attorney, Holt, Fleck & Romine
2014 - Present
National Association of Women LawyersMember
2014 - Present
National Disability Lawyers NetworkMember
2003 - Present
National Organization of Social Security Claimants RepresentativesMember
2003 - Present
American Bar Association Commission on Disability RightsMember
2012 - 2014
Indiana State Bar Association Social Security CommitteeChair
2001
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
Social Security Practice
2015
Disability Practice Clinic
2015
Social Security Bootcamp
2015
Advanced Social Security Practice
2012
Video Conference Hearings
2012
Proving Disability under Sequential Evaluation
2011
Video Conference Hearings
2023
2023
2023
2023
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