About Donald
Biography
Don Chewning primarily represents Social Security disability and SSI claimants. A graduate of the University of Texas at Austin (B.A. with highest honors) and Marquette University Law School (J.D. summa cum laude), Attorney Chewning began his legal career by clerking for Justice Ann Walsh Bradley of the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Attorney Chewning has argued before the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals and the Wisconsin Supreme Court. He is a member of the State Bar of Wisconsin and the Manitowoc County Bar Association and is a sustaining member of the National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives. From 2008-10, he served on the Wisconsin State Bar Board of Governors. He is a member of Phi Beta Kappa.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
11 years
11 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
25%-25%
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Licensed in Wisconsin for 25 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
Donald J. Chewning, Attorney at Law, LLC
PO Box 199, Kewaunee, WI, 54216
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Donald J. Chewning's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 30 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Richard | April 9, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Thankful for Mr. Chewning
I would like to thank attorney Chewning for winning my SSDI claim. Although I thought that he would see me after I had received my award letter from SSDI, as I had so many questions for him. Maybe he was just to busy. But I would highly recommend him nonetheless. i
Posted by Angela | October 21, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
Takes ONLY easy cases Not a Trial Lawyer Apparently
Once he realized what Id informed his paralegal of during initial correspondence, (that my case was atypical) he phoned to say he wouldnt take my case. He takes easy "outta court" cases and isnt willing to practice law in a courtroom. Sad.
Posted by Pat | January 15, 2015
very professional & straight forward
I hired Don as my lawyer around 2012, he met with me and thought I had a very strong case, si I proceeded to file for my disability. he handled all the paperwork and gathering all my medical records. it was a smooth process with don and social security. he is very approachable and explains the law in...
Posted by Tim M. | October 22, 2014
We're lucky to have Donald Chewning in our area
Attorney Donald Chewning is professional, honest, realistic, and knowledgeable in the field of Social Security Disability. The entire staff made me feel as though I were their only client. When I had questions, they were answered immediately. I knew from the moment I "signed on" that I was in good h...
Posted by Robert L. | May 5, 2014
Professionalism is outstanding.
Excellent job, pleased with personal attention given to my case. Recommended for anyone struggling through a disability claim, he and his staff returned calls and answered questions.
Donald J. Chewning's Lawyer Endorsements
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Apr 27
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I frequently refer Social Security Disability cases to Attorney Don Chewning. I’ve had the privilege of working with Attorney Chewning on Social Security matters in the past. Attorney Chewning cares about his clients and devotes substantial time and effort to each one of his cases to ensure a positive outcome for his clients. As an attorney, he is very diligent and organized, which is important when dealing with the detail of medical records in Social Security Disability claims. I recommend and endorse Attorney Chewning."
"I've known Attorney Chewning for approximately 13 years. Over that time I've had the opportunity to refer social security disability cases to him and his firm. Every referral has been very pleased with his work. I believe he truly cares for his clients and would recommend him to others."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2013
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2012
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2011
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Attorney, Donald J. Chewning, Attorney at Law, LLC
2005 - 2014
Partner, Winter Chewning & Geary, LLP
2004 - 2005
Associate, Radosevich, Mozinski, Cashman & Olson, LLP
2002 - 2004
Associate, Kohler & Hart, LLP
2001 - 2002
Associate, Cook & Franke, S.C.
2000 - 2001
Law Clerk to the Hon. Ann Walsh Bradley, Wisconsin Supreme Court
Associations
2007 - Present
National Organization of Social Security Claimants RepresentativesSustaining Member
2004 - Present
Manitowoc County Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
State Bar of WisconsinMember
1997 - Present
Phi Beta KappaMember
2008 - 2010
State Bar of WisconsinBoard of Governors
Education
2000
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Identifying and Addressing Ethical Issues In Your Practice
2014
Social Security Get the Basics Down & Resolve Ethical Issues in your Practice,
2012
Avoiding Common Mistakes in Social Security Disability Claims
2010
Social Security Disability & SSI
Publications
2000
Languages
English