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5.0 /5.0
5 Client Reviews
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Annette Lee Rutkowski
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About Annette
Biography
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
Providing Personal Attention. Finding Unique Solutions. Every situation is unique. We provide individualized attention and find solutions to your specific SSD issues.
Providing Personal Attention. Finding Unique Solutions. Every situation is unique. We provide individualized attention and find solutions to your specific insurance issues.
Providing Personal Attention. Finding Unique Solutions. Every situation is unique. We provide individualized attention and find solutions to your specific SSD issues.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Social Security & Disability
85%
25 years
Insurance
15%
20 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
25%-25%
Licenses
Licensed in Indiana for 24 years
State: Indiana
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Annette Rutkowski
(317) 663-0950
Fax
301 East Carmel Drive, Suite G003, Carmel, IN, 46032
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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...
Annette Lee Rutkowski's Lawyer Endorsements
Richard Feingold
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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Experience
Honors
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney at Law, KBAR Legal Services, LLP
2003 - 2012
Supervising Attorney, Keller & Keller
1999 - 2003
Attorney, Holt, Fleck & Romine
Associations
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
Education
2001
Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
State University of New York, College at Oswego
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Social Security Practice
Social Security Practice
2015
Disability Practice Clinic
Disability Practice Clinic
2015
CLE
Social Security Bootcamp
2015
CLE
Advanced Social Security Practice
2012
Social Security Disability Update
Video Conference Hearings
2012
Social Security Disability Bootcamp
Proving Disability under Sequential Evaluation
2011
National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives
Video Conference Hearings
Publications
2023
KBar Legal Services, LLP
Can your SSD claim be fast-tracked?
2023
KBar Legal Services, LLP
How to appeal a denied SSD claim in Indiana
2023
KBar Legal Services, LLP
What are the basics of SSDI?
2023
KBar Legal Services, LLP
Can I reapply for SSDI if my first application was denied?
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers