Marc Whitehead

Marc Whitehead

also known as Marc Stanley Whitehead

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 33 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Social Security, Employee Benefits, Insurance, Personal Injury

403 Heights Blvd, Houston, TX

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 33 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1992

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Marc Whitehead & Associates – Attorneys at Law, LLP

403 Heights Blvd, Houston, TX, 77007

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Marc Whitehead's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

167 Client Reviews

Showing 146 - 150 of 167 reviews

Posted by Lauren | April 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Jaime Almaguer is AMAZING

After much frustration of how to apply for disability being that I'm young, my brain damage makes things confusing to understand, and I was just overwhelmed, Jaime Almaguer finished every single step along the way communicating with me each step. I was expecting a long process and long wait, but I wa...s shocked how smoothly things went once Jaime communicated to SSA what I could not, as I am deaf. Highly recommend you see Jaime if you need help. He is TRULY on your side!

Posted by Mandy | April 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Favorable Outcome

I have never needed a lawyer for anything before so I don't really have anything to compare this experience to. I had attempted to file for benefits on my own and was denied. This office accepted my case and I was assigned Jaime Almaguer and Anthony Vessel as my representation. Jaime took care of ...all of my paperwork and answered any questions I had throughout the process. When it got to the hearing during the appeals process the attorney, Anthony Vessel, did his best to put me at ease in an uncomfortable situation. He really didn't have to say much or represent my case at all as the judge decided right away to award me benefits based on the records provided by the attorney and staff. Nonetheless I was grateful for the representation in case it did not go so smoothly and all of the back work that went into making the entire process happen. Attempting to do this on my own was a tedious and daunting process, and frankly, it just seemed easier to give up. Everyone at Marc Whitehead & Associates took on that burden for me and I'm incredibly grateful for that!

Posted by James | April 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Marc Whitehead & Associates are awesome!

I will like to thank Marc Whitehead & Associates for doing a great job of getting my SSI permanent disability benefits awarded. I was referred to them after getting denied on my initial application and they where able to get me approved after my reconsideration appeal. I specially like to thank Jaime... Almaguer, he worked with me throughout the whole appeal process answering all my questions and returning my emails and phone calls in a timely manner. He kept me calm throughout this stressful process and I felt he really cared about my feelings and what I was going through. So thank you Marc Whitehead & Associates, my family and are greatly appreciated of your great service. If anyone is looking for a disability attorney, look no further because they are the best in the business!

Posted by Richard | December 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employee Benefits

Very little contact

This review is trying to be open and fair! This firm was hired in a ERISA case.So far this case is approaching 19 months! There is very little contact the secretary keeps changing .E-mails are never answered ! Phone calls never returned! I mean if they did not want the case they should just tell me!

Marc Whitehead

Replied last December 01, 2017

Hi Richard, We apologize that your experience with us thus far is falling short of the high standards we set for ourselves. ERISA cases unfortunately are tough cases to prosecute and are lengthy in nature. Please give us a call at your earliest convenience and our director of client experience Natalie will be happy to discuss your concerns

Posted by Kathleen | February 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Outstanding firm

I had run out of options when I contacted Marc Whitehead. Everyone I dealt with at the firm was professional and knowledgeable and provided excellent customer service. Melanie Donaldson was especially helpful. I'm so glad I found them!

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Marc Whitehead's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Vessel

Litigation lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. I've worked for Marc for almost a decade. He is tough on the opposition, yet compassionate and caring for our clients. Marc has been an excellent attorney to work and learn under, and I'm very proud of the work we do together for our clients."

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Robert Simmons

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marc really knows his stuff and takes care of his clients."

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Thomas Tona

Social Security & Disability lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Marc. He is passionate about helping his clients and getting them the results they deserve. I have referred Marc disability matters and will continue to do so for years to come."

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Samuel Randall

Unknown lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this Marc. He is extremely knowledgeable and cares deeply for his clients. He works tirelessly to help his clients and gets proven results. I highly recommend Marc."

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Donald Pilzer

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. You can trust Marc to be well prepared, trustworthy, and caring."

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Charles Hankey

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Wade Moriarty

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Goldstein

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Marc Whitehead. Dedicated, hard working, skilled, and respected by colleagues in the legal community."

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John Dobogai

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Social Security benefits is a complex and changing area of law. Call a pro, Marc Whitehead. Endorsed."

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Ronald Hedding

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Marc Whitehead. Hard working, skilled and respected within the legal industry."

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Joseph Woods

Unknown lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeffrey Lapin

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Rizk

Employee benefits lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Marc is the "go to" lawyer for Long Term Disability appeals in Texas. I appreciate his insights into ERISA and the plight of disabled persons fighting powerful insurance companies. I endorse this lawyer."

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Keith Fletcher

Social Security & Disability lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"We refer our clients who need a social security disability attorney to Marc and he does great work for them. I endorse this lawyer."

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Yuri Nielsen

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Cannon

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marc is an excellent disability attorney whom my firm refers social security disability and erisa claim cases to because he knows his stuff and gets the job done. I highly recommend him."

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Stacey Burke

Social Security & Disability lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Marc is a fantastic disability lawyer and our firm has been very happy to work with him on social security and long term disability cases."

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Philip Cronan

Litigation lawyer

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Thomas Tona

Personal injury lawyer

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Samuel Randall

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale Hubble

2010

Houston's Top Lawyer, H Texas Magazine

2010

Houston's Top 100 Professionals, H Texas Magazine

2009

Houston's Top Lawyer, H Texas Magazine

2008

Accredited Veterans Claim Attorney, Department of Veterans Affairs

2008

Houston's Top Lawyer, H Texas Magazine

N/A

Personal Injury Trial Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Work Experience

1992 - Present

Founder, Marc Whitehead & Associates LLP

2010 - 2010

Instructor for Social Security Disability, National Business Institute

2007 - 2007

Instructor for Social Security Disability, National Business Institute

2005 - 2005

Instructor for Social Security Disability, National Business Institute

2003 - 2003

Instructor for Civil Trial Advocacy, National Institute Of Trial Advocacy

2002 - 2002

Adjunct Professor of Law, University of Houston Law Center

Associations

Houston Trial Lawyers Association

Board of Directors

Texas Trial Lawyers Association

Board of Directors

National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives

Member

American Association for Justice

Member

Texas Aggie Bar Association

Member

Association of Civil Trial and Appellate Specialists

Member

Houston Volunteer Lawyers Association

Member

College of the State Bar of Texas

Member

Houston Bar Association

Member

2009 - 2010

Houston Trial Lawyers Association

President

Education

1992

University of Houston Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2019

Ethically Creating Your Marketing Plan Legal Marketing

Publications

N/A

Houston Bar Association Seminar Nuts & Bolts of Social Security Disability Law

N/A

National Business Institute Seminar A Lawyer's Guide for Determining Eligibility of Social Security Disability Claimants

N/A

National Business Institute Seminar The Five Step Sequential Evaluation Process Used in Determining Disability For Social Security Claimants

Languages

English

Spanish

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