Thomas G. Lemley

Thomas G. Lemley

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 37 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at Saint Louis, MO
Practice Areas: Social Security, Family, Litigation, Estate Planning

75 W Lockwood Ave Ste 222, Saint Louis, MO

About Thomas

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Social Security & Disability 85%

Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) initial applications, hearings and appeals.

85%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

25%-25%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 37 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1988

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 36 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1989

Voluntarily Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Bridgepoint Law Firm, LLC

75 W Lockwood Ave Ste 222, Saint Louis, MO, 63119-2947

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Thomas G. Lemley's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

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Posted by Mark | February 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Social Security Disability Income application

I hired Tom for my SSDI application. I was extremely impressed with his legal knowledge, advice, professionalism, ethics, guidance, and tenacity in his handling of my case. The application process for my disability approval was a long and arduous course. Tom handled these delays, initiated by the ...SSA, professionally and promptly, and at the same time explained that these delays are often part of the process. His demeanor and legal expertise gave me the confidence that I had hired a true professional and the "BEST" attorney possible for my SSDI case! Thank you Tom!!!

Posted by Mike | April 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Very honest lawyer. Highly recommend!

Have never used a lawyer before, but Mr. Lemley was highly recommended to me by a friend. Tom explained the disability process to me in detail, and was very patient with me, as I had a lot of questions and concerns. He told me what I could expect, answered all my questions, kept me up to date on the ...process, and gave an approximate timeline on a result. Mr. Lemley was always there for me whenever I needed him, and ALWAYS returned my phone calls or e-mails, usually in less than an hour. He is definitely the reason I am receiving my social security disability today. I couldn't imagine going through this process alone. I would highly recommend Tom Lemley to anyone needing a lawyer.

Posted by Diane | February 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Excellent Attorney

Tom is an excellent attorney. He is very knowledgeable about social security disability, and helped me through the process. He gave me information which was very helpful. He returned calls timely and had the answers to my questions. He gave me realistic expectations which I appreciated. I would recom...mend Tom to anyone who has the need of an attorney.

Posted by anonymous | January 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Excellent attorney

I would recommend Tom to anyone seeking a attorney. He made me feel very comfortable and knowledgeable about my social security disability questions.

Posted by anonymous | October 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Mr Thomas Lemley

I was very nervous about calling a lawyer and I thought it was going to cost me a lot of money and headaches to attempt to try and apply for SS Disability. Mr Lemley was very pleasant and easy to work with. He was very honest up front, returned my calls promptly, even on the weekends. He explained ev...erything in a way I could understand and told me up front what to expect and how to prepare for questions that I wouldn't have known how to answer. I would recommend Tom for help with SS, he also gave me some help with another issue even after my case was resolved. Thank you Tom!

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Beth Lewandowski

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Tom is professional, thoughtful, and does a thorough job representing the interests of others. I do not hesitate to refer clients to him for social security disability and family law matters."

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney, Bridgepoint Law Firm, LLC

2009 - 2012

Partner, Tremayne, Lay & Coleman

2004 - 2006

Program Manager, Azerbaijan, International Rescue Committee

1997 - 2001

Program Manager, Ukraine, Alliance to Save Energy

1995 - 1997

Economic Development Volunteer, Ukraine, US Peace Corps

1994 - 1995

Partner, Tremayne, Lay, Carr, Bauer & Nouss

1992 - 1994

Associate, Tremayne, Lay, Carr, Bauer & Nouss

1989 - 1991

Assistant Attorney General, Missouri Attorney General's Office

1988 - 1989

Clerk to Hon. Edward L. Filippine, US District Court Eastern District of Missouri

Associations

2013 - Present

National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives

Member

2009 - Present

Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis

Member

1988 - Present

Missouri State Bar

Member

1988 - Present

Federal District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri

Member

Education

1988

University of Missouri - Columbia School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

University of Missouri, Columbia

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2015

Social Security Disability: From Start to Finish Attorneys' Fees - Sources and Methods of Recovery

2015

Social Security Disability: From Start to Finish Special Considerations in Child Disability Claims

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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