Melissa Ann Davidson

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Melissa Ann Davidson

4.6
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 19 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at Indianapolis, IN
Practice Areas: Social Security, Employee Benefits, Appeals, Litigation

429 E Vermont St #200, Indianapolis, IN

Virtual Consultation Available

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About Melissa

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Employee Benefits 40%

Short and Long Term Disability and Life Insurance Benefits

40%
Social Security & Disability 40%

Veterans' Service Connected Disability Benefits

40%
Appeals 10%

10%
Litigation 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

25%-33%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2014
Silver Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 19 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 2006

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Hankey Marks & Crider

429 E Vermont St #200, Indianapolis, IN, 46202

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Melissa Ann Davidson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by Carrie | February 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Disability Hearing

Melissa was excellent in my disability hearing, especially considering the judge I had a extremely low approval rate. She stood her ground to fight for my case. Yes I had only met with her once before the hearing but it was only necessary to meet once before to review my case. She is very knowledgeab...le in her field and definitely knows what she is doing in the courtroom, whether it be face to face, or a video hearing like mine was. I never once doubted her or the Hankey Law firm when it came to my case. I believe it is not just her or the firms job when it comes to what to say and not say during a hearing to win a case, especially because she is not the only who gets asked questions. Keep yourself prepared for the hearing, and if there is any questions before your hearing she is very open to them. I HIGHLY recommend her and/or Hankey Law office as a disability attorney.

Melissa Davidson

Replied last February 06, 2018

Thank you for the feedback! When attorneys and clients work together, great things can happen!

Posted by Jerry | August 10, 2014 | Appeals

Great Lawyer that knows her stuff and works for a great firm!

Melissa Davidson helped me with swift effort on her part. She was tenacious in getting my denial reversed in a super timely manner. These people here don't mess around. Melissa will fight to win your case. Communication was excellent. Highly recommend her!

Posted by anonymous | February 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Social security disability stage 4 rare cancer denied

I hired through Hanky law. I only met the lawyer 5 minutes before the hiring. At the hiring the govenments job witness testified that I could not work any job and my case was still denied. Face disfigured from stage 4 no cure cancer, left jaw bone and teeth removed, upper roof of my mouth removed, ca...ncer, depression, anxiety, cataract in my eye and this lawyer still couldn't get me SSDI

Melissa Davidson

Replied last February 06, 2018

We encourage all clients to meet in person with their lawyer at least 30 days before a hearing. We understand that that is not always possible. Additionally, there are sometimes circumstances beyond our control or rules that are inflexible that prevent an award of disability benefits.

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Melissa Ann Davidson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Megan Cain

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Melissa is a zealous advocate for her clients and I highly recommend her."

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Sondra Burger

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stacy Crider

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James DuBach

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ashley Marks

Employee benefits lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledgeable, cares about her clients, and is passionate about her work."

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Stacy Crider

Workers compensation lawyer

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Ashley Marks

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Senior Attorney, Hankey Marks & Crider

2004 - 2005

Editor, Indiana University School of Law

2000 - 2021

Managing Partner, Hankey Law Office

1998 - 2000

Investigator for Child Protective Services, State of Indiana

Associations

2022 - Present

National Organization of Veterans' Advocates

Member

2006 - Present

National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives

Member

2006 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Kelly v. Schindler Elevator and GEPA

Reversed and remanded to State Court

Phillips v. Anthem Life Long Term Disability Plan

Ruling allowing plaintiff discovery outside the administrative record on ERISA plan.

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Education

2005

Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law

JD

1996

Ball State University

Speaking Engagements

2009

DBSA National Conference

Disability Benefits and Mental Health Conditions

Publications

2004

Indiana University of Law, Indianapolis Editor

Languages

English

Activity

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