Samuel Wade Packard

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Samuel Wade Packard

5.0
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 21 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at San Antonio, TX
Practice Areas: Social Security

1100 NW Loop 410,, Suite 104,, San Antonio, TX

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About Samuel

Biography

Local law firm with years of experience helping people obtain Social Security Disability benefits.

Local law firm with years of experience helping people obtain Social Security Disability benefits.

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Social Security & Disability 100%

I have handled Social Security Disability cases at every level in the process.

23 years | 5,000 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes

Contingency

25%-25%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2016 2015
Silver Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 21 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2004

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in Louisiana for 20 years

State: Louisiana

Acquired: 2005

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Online Presence

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Samuel Wade Packard's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

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Posted by Lori | October 09, 2014 | Social Security Disability

Great Attorney !

Absolutely the best disability lawyer in San Antonio. I have heard that alot of other disability lawyers make you do all the work while they do little to help win your case. Samuel Packard and his team did EVERYTHING and WON'T my case! He is the best and really knows how to win. You will not regret ...hiring him as your attorney. He and his staff are so friendly it's unbelievable! If they don't win your case, nobody will. I am truly impressed with this law firm and extremely confident in referring them to my close friends and family. Oh, and don't let his nice, sweet demeanor fool you......lol, he is every bit a tough and experienced lawyer. You won't go wrong with Mr. Samuel Packard!

Posted by Manuel | July 18, 2014 | Social Security Disability

Highly Recommend Mr. Packard

Handled my daughter’s complicated Social Security case. Mr. Packard took time to meet with us and explained in detail the process involved. Presented his case well to the judge and obtained a favorable award. I recommend him highly he is a true top professional.

Posted by Sandy | May 23, 2014 | Social Security Disability

Very best attorney to handle social security disability cases! Won my case quickly - very caring and attentive to your case.

One of the best decisions I have ever made was to choose Mr. Samuel Packard to handle my social security disability claim for me. I had started the process myself and found the amount of paperwork and the system to be overwhelming. When I went to see Mr. Packard, his genuine kindness and sincere conc...ern for me personally and for my case put me at ease and took a tremendous weight off of my shoulders. He took his time to listen to me, and explained the entire application process to me in terms that I could understand. He was very honest about what he thought would happen with my case and very reassuring. Each time I called the office I was treated with respect, never received voice mail and always had all of my questions answered. His staff is the best - I just love them!! If they don't know the answer to my question, they find out and call me back.....the same day!! Mr. Packard's staff kept in touch with me on a very regular basis to let me know the status of my case every step of the way. If I called them because I couldn't remember information, they were never impatient and never rushed me through a single conversation. Mr. Packard won my case and I cannot thank him and his staff enough - I would not have been able to get through this without them and the skill and knowledge their firm has with the social security disability system. I highly recommend them - before you go anywhere else, call and set up a free consult - you won't be sorry and it will be the best decision you can make to handle your case!!

Posted by anonymous | December 16, 2013 | Social Security Disability

The best in the business

What can I say about this awesome firm, trustworthy "yes" the whole team is very knowledgeable and responsive, they took my case over from another lawyer and took care of business. I just can't say enough about this company. There the best in San Antonio, TX go to no one else if you what your social ...security or disability. God Bless this team and their family's Thank You d&d

Posted by Jennifer | November 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Social Security Disability

Packard Law Firm was professional from the beginning. My experience was so good from start to finish that I highly recommend this firm when it comes to Social Security Disability Law. Samuel took my case on after the process had already been started knowing it wasnt going to be easy. His Legal Assist...ant Amanda listened to the details of my fight to obtain disability with such compassion and moral regard that I hardly ever felt like I was dealing with a law firm and felt like I was taking to a friend. They laid out a detailed strategy to ensure all the necessary supporting evidence/documentation was obtained to build a solid convincing case for the court supporting my claim. Their knowledge and expertise made the process bearable and a lot less stressful to deal with and I'm ever so thankful, grateful, and appreciative for their representation!

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Samuel Wade Packard's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jessica Rodriguez

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I highly recommend Samuel as the best Social Security attorney you can get. He is very experienced and knows Social Security law inside and out. He is also very honest and compassionate and truly cares about helping those who can't help themselves. I frequently recommend him to even my family and closest friends."

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Sarah Kocian

Social Security & Disability lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeffrey Chilton

Personal injury lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Samuel is a person of the highest integrity and competency. He has practiced for years and truly understands the intricacies of the law, and he is a caring and compassionate person who treats his clients as well as other attorneys with respect and dignity."

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Clint Brasher

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Samuel has always been driven to help others. He takes that attitude for his clients. Smart and diligent in his preparation and work for his clients, I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Healy

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Samuel Packard for nearly 10 years before he started the Packard Firm in San Antonio. Samuel is hard working and Board Certified in Social Security Disability law. He's a great choice and will advocate strongly on your behalf."

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Christopher Pothoven

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Peter Lapray

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Samuel Packard is an excellent attorney who understands the ins and outs of the Social Security Administration. There are several lawyers on the internet who do not know the attorneys in San Antonio. However, Samuel lives and works in San Antonio and will increase your changes to win your case. Any one in central Texas should use him and his partners at The Packard Firm."

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Chiante Jackson

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Brilliantly smart and equally passionate about winning for his clients. He is excellent at advocating for those who need his help."

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Daniel Packard

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"Samuel has years of experience and is Board Certified. You won't find a better attorney for Disability Law."

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Michael Gross

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Packard

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"Samuel has personally handled thousands of cases over the course of his lengthy career. He is also board-certified. I don't know anyone who knows as much as Samuel does about Social Security Disability."

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David Packard

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"Great attorney with a lot of experience handling Disability Cases. I endorse this Attorney."

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James Oliveros

Medicaid and medicare lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Samuel Packard to be an honest and hard working attorney who gets results. You are in good hands when you work with him."

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Dustin Draper

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"It's pretty straightforward: (1) He's 1 of 2 board certified Disability attorneys in the entire San Antonio / Austin region. (2) He's been practicing only Social Security Disability law for 7+ years. (3) He's very familiar with all of the ALJs in San Antonio and he's earned their respect. (4) He makes sure that everyone one that works with him treats his clients with the highest level of respect. There's not much more you could ask for when trying to choose a Social Security Attorney to work with."

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Jessica Rodriguez

Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer

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Michael Gross

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Sarah Kocian

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Jeffrey Chilton

Personal injury lawyer

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Peter Lapray

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Jonathan Healy

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Steven Packard

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Joseph Muckleroy

Consumer protection lawyer

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Clint Brasher

Insurance lawyer

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James Oliveros

Real estate lawyer

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Louis Dan Eldredge

Administrative law lawyer

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Daniel Packard

Personal injury lawyer

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David Packard

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Michael Packard

Personal injury lawyer

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Dustin Draper

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Stacey Barrus

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Jon Ellis

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Board Certified, National Board of Trial Advocacy

2016

Top Lawyers in Texas, The Legal Network

2016

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2015

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Top Lawyers in Texas, The Legal Network

2015

Client's Choice, Avvo

2013

Top Lawyers in Texas, The Legal Network

2011

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Partner, Packard Law Firm

2003 - 2011

Partner, Packard Lapray

Associations

2003 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

2003 - Present

J. Reuben Clark Law Society

Member

2005 - 2012

Louisiana State Bar Association

Member

2004 - 2011

Jefferson County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Social Security Disability

Fully Favorable

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Education

2003

University of Houston Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Brigham Young University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

TAPPestry Conference

Children with Special Needs

2015

CareLink Staff Training

Basics of Applying for Disability Benefits

2014

SAMMinistry Training

Introduction to Disability Law

2014

SAILS Training

Basics of SSI/SSDI Disability

2014

Epilepsy Foundation Conference

Making Sense of SSA Disability

Publications

2014

San Antonio Disability Blog Disability and Citizenship

2014

Packard Law Disability Blog Disability Hearings

2013

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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