Bethany Grace Versical

Bethany Grace Versical

5.0
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 14 years

Appeals Lawyer at Royal Oak, MI
Practice Areas: Appeals, Social Security, Military Law

220 S. Main Street, Royal Oak, MI

About Bethany

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Appeals 60%

I handle appeals to the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern District of Michigan, Western District of Michigan, and Northern District of Ohio on Social Security claims denied by the ALJ and/or Appeals Council.

12 years

60%
Social Security & Disability 30%

I represent applicants for Social Security Disability Insurance and SSI benefits. I handle cases at all stages of the application and appeal process, including cases at the U.S. Federal District Court level. Free consultations always provided.

15 years

30%
Military Law 10%

I represent veterans applying for service-connected disability compensation, who have been denied service-connected compensation, or who would like to increase their ratings after receiving a rating decision. Free consultations always provided.

12 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

20%-25%


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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 14 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2011

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 14 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2011

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Versical Law PLLC

220 S. Main Street, Royal Oak, MI, 48067

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Bethany Grace Versical's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by CJ | October 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

CJ

To say that Bethany helped our family greatly is an understatement. My husband was denied social security benefits before we met with her, and she handled our case from then on out, thankfully. Bethany is compassionate, kind, extremely professional and thorough on her research. She also asked us gr...eat questions to help our case. She changed our family's lives for the better. We were financially struggling before we received SSI benefits, and now we can breathe easier knowing that we can care for each other fully. We couldn't have done this without her help. We are forever grateful for her expertise.

Bethany Versical

Replied last October 03, 2019

Thank you, belatedly, for your kind words. Hope your family is doing well!

Posted by Katie | October 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Help for my Daughter

My daughter was born with a learning disability. The process of special education and additional support was difficult to address, but we managed as our daughter made her way through the system. Once she turned 18 and an adult, a whole new set of needs became apparent. The most difficult was apply...ing for SSI for her. We applied on our own, but we were turned down. Clearly we needed help and we truly found that with Bethany Versical. From the first day we met with her, we knew we were in great hands. She made us feel comfortable by explaining the process and what to expect in terms both me and my daughter could understand. Bethany took us through the whole process right up to the hearing to determine my daughters eligibility. She knew every aspect of my daughters condition and how this would impact the rest of her life. With her expertise, she was able to bring this to the judges attention and resulted in my daughter receiving benefits. Bethany has helped us with any questions and reviews that Social Security has requested of us. She has an exceptional knowledge when it comes to understanding the Social Security process and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for help in this regard.

Bethany Versical

Replied last October 03, 2019

A belated thanks for your kind review, Katie. Wishing you and family well.

Posted by Robbin | October 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Approved on first application, within 6 months!!!

Even though I have decades of experience in the healthcare and insurance industries, I was intimidated by the SSD process. Having waited too long to leave my highly demanding job. my energies and capabilities were rapidly diminishing. The assistance, support and guidance allowed me to focus on adap...ting to my new limitations. Ms. Versical and the staff wete consistently pleasant, professional and productive. My calls were ALWAYS returned. Ms. Versical submitted my initial application in February 2019 and I received my first SSD payment August 2019. Per the policy here, there was no charge to me as there was no back payments. I am deeply grateful for the work performed by Ms Versical on my case. Although unemployment has not reduced the progression of my condition(s) or disabilities, I now have security and ability to focus on what I can do and achieve. Best regards to Ms. Versical and Kwiatowski & Associates team.

Bethany Versical

Replied last October 03, 2019

Thanks for taking the time to leave this review, Robbin. It was a pleasure working with you.

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Bethany Grace Versical's Lawyer Endorsements

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Stephanie Joy

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Versical is a vested Social Security attorney, meaning she puts herself right into the field, which is such an important part of success in this very unique field. She is brilliant, compassionate, and always sharing her expertise with clients and colleagues alike. We need more like her."

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Daryl Royal

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Bethany is a very thoughtful and committed lawyer, who cuts no corners in seeking what is best for her clients. I have worked with her on matters in the past, and found her to be insightful and knowledgeable. She is a good choice for anyone seeking Social Security disability benefits."

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Homer Jordan

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Diane Kwitoski

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"Bethany is a caring attorney who goes above and beyond in her cases. She puts in the work for her clients, and they are lucky to have her on their side."

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Diane Kwitoski

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Stephanie Joy

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Daryl Royal

Appeals lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2008

Semi-Finalist, Monrad G. Paulsen Moot Court Competition

2005

University Academic Honors, University of Michigan

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Managing Attorney, Versical Law PLLC

2011 - 2022

Attorney, Kwitoski & Associates PLLC

2009 - 2009

Legal Intern, Equal Justice Alliance

2009 - 2010

Pro Bono student, Unemployment Action Center

2008 - 2008

Legal Intern, SAG-AFTRA ( Screen Actors Guild)

Associations

2019 - Present

U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan

Admitted to Practice

2019 - Present

U.S. District Court Northern District of Ohio

Admitted to Practice

2016 - Present

United States District Court Eastern District of Michigan

Admitted

2014 - Present

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Admitted to Practice

2011 - Present

State Bar of Michigan Social Security Lawyer's Section

Member

2011 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Member

2011 - Present

National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Hardy v. Commissioner of Social Security

remanded and published

Claimant v. Social Security Administration

fully favorable

Claimant v. Social Security Administration

fully favorable with reopening

Milewski v. Colvin Civil Action No. 16-CV-10026 E.D. Michigan 2016

remand

Ormsby v. Colvin Civil Action No. 16-CV-10541 (E.D. Michigan 2016)

remand and fully favorable

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Education

2010

Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2023

Workers' Compensation/Social Security Seminar Social Security Disability State of the Law

2022

Workers' Compensation and Social Security Seminar Social Security Disability Federal Appeals

2022

Federal Pro Se Clinic

The Federal Appeal Process

2021

Workers' Compensation and Social Security Seminar SSDI Appeals

2021

U of D Mercy Pro Se Law Clinic

Reviewing Cases for District Court Appeals

2021

U of D Mercy Pro Se Clinic summer session

Filing Objections in U.S. District Court

2020

Pro Se Legal Clinic

Appealing Cases to the U.S. District Court

Publications

2018

Kwitoski & Associates PLLC Blog Author

Languages

English

Spanish

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