John Anthony Vessel

John Anthony Vessel

also known as Anthony Vessel

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 13 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Social Security, Mediation, Employee Benefits ... +2 more

403 Heights Blvd, Houston, TX

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Employee Benefits 30%

Our firm practices primarily disability insurance law, but that is not offered as a category by AVVO. Therefore, Employee benefits and insurance law are the closest to our practice area.

30%
General Practice 5%

Veteran's Disability Law

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

20%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 13 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2012

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Marc Whitehead & Associates, LLP

403 Heights Blvd, Houston, TX, 77007

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John Anthony Vessel's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

61 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 16 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Tom | September 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

A huge "Thank You!"

I want to thank my lawyer Mr. Vessel for taking me across the finish line in my SSDI journey. He was professional, considerate, and patient while answering my questions and preparing me for trial. My approval could not have been possible without him and his keen attention to detail, continuous foll...ow-up, and dedicated work ethic. The entire Marc Whitehead team simply came together and made my journey just a little more manageable in an already confusing and stressful time in my life. I want to give a solid "Thank You" from the very bottom of my heart for your compassion and understanding! I, of course, would highly recommend this team to anyone needing assistance in their SSA journey!

Posted by anonymous | July 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

It can be a long process be patient

Mr Vessel took his time preparing me for the appointment with the SSD Judge. Went over questions the Judge would be asking me. No surprises and all went well.

Posted by Kent | June 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Disability Case

I can't say enough about Mr Vessel except that he checked all the boxes on what you would expect from a Very Professional Attorney. From start to finish he gave his all and we won the case. but what I really was impressed by was his testimony that he presented to the Judge. His words were so detailed... and accurate as if I was presenting them myself. I felt like, I was given a gift. He spoke so well and elegant, presented my case with so much relative facts, that the Judge didn't even ask me a question. Very impressive for an attorney to take such personal interest in a case. Thank you sir for your perseverance and If any is in need for attorney, Mr John Anthony Vessel is your guy.

Posted by Ruben | August 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Mr. Vessel - A Fighter

Mr. Vessel, Marc Whitehead & Associates, represented me at a Social Security Disability case on August 9, 2024. He and his team assisted me through out my disability claim in a professional and outstanding manner. Mr. Vessel was well prepared for my disability hearing, and prepared me thoroughly for ...the aforementioned. He articulated well the reasons why I'm disabled and explained my limitations to the judge. I wholeheartedly recommend him!

Posted by Robert | April 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Helped me when I couldn’t get help!

Atty Anthony Vessel was a life saver. Literally. He came prepared to my court case fully prepared with all of my information and spoke for me. He had enough information, that the judge literally told him he could stop, that he had already more than supplied what was needed. He contacted me after the ...court case and answered my questions. He was very thorough. I would definitely use him again.

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John Anthony Vessel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Adriana de la Torre

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Anthony is an excellent disability attorney. He is well known and well respected among disability advocates. I highly recommend him for disability matters."

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Matthew Elwell

Unknown lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Anthony is a fantastic lawyer. He recently took his skills and experience and opened up his own mediation practice. I would trust Anthony to mediate any case. He has experience in a wide variety of areas of the law. He is thorough, patient, and reasonable. You will be in good hands with him as your mediator."

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Omar Chawdhary

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Anthony for a long time and he is my go to guy for disability claims. There is no doubt on who I need to call when I hear that a client has an issue with disability. He will always work hard and make sure the clients get the results they need. He will walk you through the process and be there the whole time with you. Highly recommend Anthony."

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Joel Pardo

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.Anthony is one of the top lawyers in all of Houston and the state in his field of practice and has.a work ethic second to none. I highly recommend Mr. Vessel for any case in the realm of civil litigation. If he can't help, he knows how to find someone who can."

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Rachel Sedita

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Anthony is a meticulous, knowledgeable and caring attorney who always works hard to achieve a successful outcome for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Britney McDonald

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Madison Donaldson

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Joel Pardo

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney/Mediator, Marc Whitehead & Associates, LLP

Associations

2016 - Present

National Organization of Veterans' Advocates

Member

2014 - Present

Houston Young Lawyers Association

Member

2012 - Present

Texas Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2012 - Present

Houston Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2012 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2012 - Present

Houston Bar Association

Member

2021 - 2022

Houston Bar Association- Social Security Section

Chair

Sample of Legal Cases

Byrd v. Colvin

MSJ granted, case remanded back to ALJ, Fully Favorable final decision.

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Education

2012

South Texas College of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

2009

Texas A&M University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Houston Bar Association, Social Security Section CLE

Examining a Vocational Expert at SSD ALJ Hearings

Publications

2020

AAJ Social Security Disability Law Section Newsletter Letter From the Editor- COVID-19 SSA Operations Update

Languages

English

Activity

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