Laura Maurine Amick Gadness

Laura Maurine Amick Gadness

4.8
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 19 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at Plano, TX
Practice Areas: Social Security, Family

701 E. 15th Street, Suite 102, Plano, TX

About Laura

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-25%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 19 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2006

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Amick, Stevens & Gadness

701 E. 15th Street, Suite 102, Plano, TX, 75074

Law Offices of Laura Maurine Amick Gadness

303 N. Carroll Blvd., Suite 100, Denton, TX, 76201

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Laura Maurine Amick Gadness's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Excellent Lawyer

I would highly recommend Laura Gadness for representation of disability claims under social security laws. She is very knowledgeable of the inner workings of disability claims. She guided me through the paperwork requirements and maintained contact through the entire process, which took nearly two ye...ars (which is not unusual). She level-set expectations and shared that it was common to get denials during the first two phases, but that we should proceed to the hearing phase anyway. Laura always responded quickly to my questions. At the formal hearing, I found her to be completely prepared with my case and professionally argued the merits before the judge, resulting in a favorable ruling!

Posted by TC | February 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney

SSA Disability Claim

I would like to highly recommend anyone seeking legal services to consider Laura Gadness with the above legal practice. The personal experience that i had with her office and assistant Dawn was warm sincere and very professional and oh yea did i mention she represented me pro bono. The case we had wa...s successful and i am well pleased with all that she did for me without the expectation of personal gain this where the real pro shines and we thank her and the professionals for that service.

Posted by anonymous | December 07, 2014 | Social Security Disability

Social Security Disability

I want to thank Laura Gadness and her staff for winning a favorable decision in regard to my Social Security disability application. Laura's professionalism, expertise, care, and experience assured that my case would not get lost in the shuffle or denied on technicalities. Her office helped gather al...l of the medical documents required from my various doctors. . Laura did not hesitate to take my case, relieving me of the stress of attempting the process on my own, providing me the full extent of the services her office provides, knowing that success could result in no fees being charged for the services provided. I highly recommend Laura Gadness.

Posted by Ron S. | July 14, 2014

Highly Recommend

Laura was very helpful, knowledgeable, thorough and responsive in the initial filing as well as throughout my case. I would highly recommend her. Thanks for everything Laura.

Posted by Elizabeth | April 03, 2013 | Social Security Disability

SSA Disability Application

I would like to thank Laura Gadness and her staff for winning a favorable decision in regard to my Social Security disability application. I feel so fortunate that I found Laura's website through an internet search for a SSA disability lawyer. Laura's professionalism, expertise, care, and experien...ce assured that my case would not get lost in the shuffle or denied on technicalities. On one occasion I received a confusing and detailed questionnaire from the SSA requiring a very short turn around. As I was going out of town the day after I received it and returning after the due date, Laura had her secretary come in on her day off to assist me in completing the form, and then mailed it for me. Many law offices do not accept SSA Disability cases until the applicant has been denied on their initial application, since fees are based on back payments of benefits. Laura did not hesitate to take my case, relieving me of the stress of attempting the process on my own, providing me the full extent of the services her office provides, knowing that success could result in no fees being charged for the services provided. So, without any reservations, I highly recommend Laura Gadness.

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Laura Maurine Amick Gadness's Lawyer Endorsements

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Eugene Harris

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Laura is a true professional and is highly regarded as an expert in our community. I give her my highest endorsement."

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Marcie Johnson

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Laura stands out in her field as one of the few experts in social security law within our community. I have referred her many clients and will continue to do so."

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Shawn Tuma

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse Laura. She starts with a caring personal approach to helping her clients and combines that with a superb mastery of her subject matter to deliver excellent results for her clients. You can't go wrong with Laura helping you with your case!"

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James Walk

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Laura is my go-to for Social Security Disability issues. Her willingness to help and her depth of knowledge make her an invaluable part of my attorney network."

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John Unell

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Whenever I have questions concerning Social Security Law in Texas, I turn first to Laura for her learned opinion and advice. She has proven track record as a compassionate advocate for her clients."

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Jason Burress

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Laura is a very respected lawyer in our community and I highly endorse her."

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Holly Draper

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Laura is a great attorney with a very specialized knowledge of disability law. I am always happy to refer clients or friends to Laura, because I know she will take great care of them."

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Recognition Award, Healthcare Committee of Collin County

2013

Pro Bono Attorney of the Year Runner-Up, Legal Aid of North West Texas

2006

Exceptional Initiative and Dedication, Delta Theta Phi Legal Fraternity

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Partner, Attorney, Amick, Stevens & Gadness

Associations

2012 - Present

Greyhound Adoption League of Texas

2011 - Present

American Inns of Court

2010 - Present

My Possibilities

Board of Directors

2010 - Present

Collin County Social Services Association

2009 - Present

Healthcare Committee of Collin County

Board of Directors 2010-2012

2007 - Present

Dallas Area Social Security Claimants Attorneys

President 2015

2006 - Present

National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives

2006 - Present

Collin County Bar Association

Board of Directors 2015-2016

2006 - Present

Plano Bar Association

2013 - 2013

Pro Bono College of the State Bar of Texas

Education

2006

Texas Wesleyan University

2003

Texas State University-San Marcos

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2014

Ethics Presentation, FOSSCR conference

Social Security Disability / SSI

2014

Ethics Presentation, DASSCA Meeting

Social Security Disability / SSI

2012

The Search for Claim Supporting Evidence

Social Security Disability / SSI

2011

SSI vs. SSDI: Benefits and Eligibility

Social Security Disability / SSI

2011

Overcoming the Toughest Challenges

Social Security Disability / SSI

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