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 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Insurance

Posted by Kevin Harrison | July 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

Happy customer

I am a very happy client with assistance of Melissa in the insurance representation side it was fairly easy. Anytime I had a question Melissa was more than happy to walk me through it make sure I understood it she was always timely in returning my calls or responding to my emails. The representation ...I received was excellent they were able achieve the results I wanted within about a 90 day. I definitely recommend this law firm if you’re going against Hartford disability.

Posted by Marti | February 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

Great virtual experience!

I can’t say enough good things about my experience with Marc Whitehead’s team. I was denied long term disability by Cigna. I picked this office based on reviews and the fact that everything could be done virtually, before virtual was a way of life (2017). I live in New York and I communicated with Me...lissa often. They found many procedures that were done incorrectly by Cigna. My appeal was approved a short time after it was submitted. I can honestly say that I would be in a big financial struggle if my LTD wasn’t approved. It was so obvious I couldn’t work and I was so frustrated with Cigna. Melissa took care of contacting them for me which was such a relief. From day one I had confidence in their work and I so appreciate everyone I spoke to and all their hard work! Thank you!!

Posted by Megan | January 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

Hiring Marc Whitehead & Associates was the best decision I made after getting sick

After developing a disability and being subsequently denied LTD insurance, I thoroughly researched law firms to help me appeal the insurance company's decision. I knew I wouldn't have the energy or knowledge to go through the process alone and I couldn't have been more correct. After hiring Marc Whit...ehead, they helped me successfully appeal the insurance company's denial, successfully appeal a Social Security Disability denial, and ultimately secure a great settlement from the LTD insurance company. Every step of the way, I was impressed by the firm's responsiveness, empathy, professionalism, respect and - most importantly - their robust knowledge of the Social Security / long-term disability process and the laws surrounding it. After seeing how complex the process was, I know there is no way I would have been successful in my appeals if I had tried to do this on my own. Specifically, Melanie Donaldson and Anthony Vessel were extremely helpful throughout the process and I am very grateful for them. I highly recommend this firm to anyone on the fence about hiring an attorney to help them with a SSDI or LTD appeal.

Posted by Alisha | November 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

In my opinion, they will work hard for you so that you can focus on healing, recovering, and/or managing your health.

Britney McDonald and Melanie Donaldson were a pleasure to work with. They worked diligently and efficiently to get my LTD case settled as soon as possible. They were very professional and accommodating, especially since I’m in a different state, as well as very pleasant while explaining everything ...to me. I would definitely recommend Marc Whitehead & Associates for your disability case, whether it is SSDI or LTD. In my opinion, they will work hard for you so that you can focus on healing, recovering, and/or managing your health.

Posted by Kristin | June 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

Professional &Amazing

After having private LTD insurance and being considered disabled for 5 years they decided I no longer qualified for disability so I needed an attorney and turned to Marc Whitehead & Associates. Which I am so glad I did! They are so professional and made the experience so easy and it was so nice to no...t have to deal directly with the insurance company anymore. It took so much stress away. Their team of paralegals I dealt with Melissa, Jocelyn, Melanie, Aggie and Jaime are amazing and do amazing work! They are always so professional ,hard working, respond quickly and are kind and understanding of the stress their clients are under. If they don’t have the answers they will direct you to someone with the answer. There have been some bumps in the road with my case but in the end the law firm has won my case not once but twice so I would have to say they definitely know what they are doing and would recommend them to anyone looking for a disability attorney!!

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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

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

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

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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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