Sandy Bayne

Sandy Bayne

4.6
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 22 years

Insurance Lawyer at austin, TX
Practice Areas: Insurance, Medical Malpractice

801 West 8th st, austin, TX

About Sandy

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Insurance 75%

Health Insurance/Health Care Bill Disputes

17 years

75%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 22 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2003

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Sandy Bayne

801 West 8th st, austin, TX, 78703

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Sandy Bayne's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by kurt | January 30, 2024

Not Recommended

Not Recommended! I told Sandy in our phone conversation what I wanted in an attorney but she became defensive like I was trying to insult her, when rather I was talking about a hypothetical plus my own past experience dealing with attorneys . ​ Further, she did not honor her commitment to follow up ...with the documents I sent her. I am sure there are better lawyers for people to consider.

Posted by Lyle | July 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

Fast Results

Sandy was able to step in and represent us regarding a long term insurance denial for my elderly mother. Sandy jumped right on the case, even corresponding while on vacation. In a short time, my mother’s policy was reinstated and we received much needed back pay. Couldn’t have done it without her.

Posted by L. Ann | August 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Medical Malpractice

Caring, dedicated, and a powerhouse! Bayne's the absolute best.

As a now-former client, I absolutely recommend Sandy Bayne for plaintiff's representation. She tirelessly fought for me during the most frustrating and gut-wrenching period of my life...and I can never thank her enough. Almost four years ago, I fell victim to a series of painful and very expensiv...e surgeries that I'd been told would restore my health. The doctor at fault not only caused severe injuries and disfigurement; he was massively dishonest before, during, and well after the dreadful experience. To make matters worse, he worked to conceal evidence and facts during litigation. My requisite repair surgeries brought yet another year-and-a-half of pain and inconvenience and overwhelming financial stress. While mine was not the worst malpractice situation--I'm alive, after all--it really drained my self-esteem, sense of trust, finances, and relationships. I felt stupid and blamed myself for trusting the guy, but didn't want to see him hurt others. To that end, I sought redress through the state medical board and a large litigation firm. My first set of attorneys were perfectly competent, but focused on settling quickly rather than preventing the provider from harming other patients. I wanted--needed--to push my case to its most powerful resolution. Over two years ago, I was lucky enough to meet and hire Sandy Bayne, and things finally started happening. I'm going to admit that I wasn't always the ideal client--I was still so short on trust and gave Sandy FAR more input than she needed. Still, she stuck with me; and--after really understanding the facts and what I'd gone through--was a force ABSOLUTELY unstoppable. Today I deposited a generous settlement check that compensates for the last few years of emotional and financial upheaval. I'm also sleeping well at night, because measures are in place to monitor the provider who harmed me. The public is better protected. I know that Ms. Bayne is always honored to represent her clients and share their stories; she most definitely did that for me. In this case that mattered so much, she welcomed and valued me as a key player on a strong team. Together, we accomplished the best things for the right reasons.

Sandy Bayne

Replied last August 20, 2018

Thank you for the kind words. We made a great team, and it was an honor to represent you.

Posted by anonymous | August 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Health Insurance

Appeal of Denied Healthcare Insurance Claims

Sandy Bayne was hired to assist our family appeal the denial of multiple healthcare claims with our insurance provide. She did an excellent job helping us navigate the appeal process because of her experience and depth of knowledge. She always provided us options and because of her patience and ten...acity, we were successful in our efforts. I would highly recommend Sandy. She is results driven, well organized and a great advocate for you as a client.

Posted by Karen | June 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

A universe of gratitude for Sandy Bayne.

We sought out Sandy after our three appeals to our insurance company for a $90,000 hospital bill for our young daughter were denied. From the get, Sandy was invested and invigorated, always insisting that, while our case was an enormous long shot, she believed the law was on our side. After her compl...aint with the Texas Department of Insurance was denied she refused to quit. Every conversation with her, long after I had lost heart, was about reaching higher up the food chain until her voice heard. She went back to TDI again and again, insisting that they take our case seriously, until finally, shockingly!, securing us a full and resounding victory. I'm in awe of the lengths Sandy went for us. Our insurance company had so confidently washed its hands of us before she came along. When I was ready to give up (who has the heart and energy to keep fighting such a monolith?!) but she never was. Is it because she's a Mom that she never gave up? All I know is my daughter is healthy. Her hospital bills are at long last paid. And, thanks to Sandy, my family can finally, fully, move on.

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Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the privilege of getting to know Sandy Bayne through the Austin Bar Association and Travis County Women's Lawyers Association since I moved to Austin in 2015. She is bright, kind, and very savvy in her legal practice. I highly recommend her!"

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2003

Order of the Barristers, University of Houston Law Center

Work Experience

2008 - 2014

In-house counsel, Seton Healthcare Network

Associations

2019 - Present

Austin Young Lawyers Association

President

2016 - Present

Mother Attorney Mentoring Association of Austin

Board Member

2016 - Present

American Inns of Court

Barrister

2015 - Present

Travis County Women Lawyers Association

Member

2012 - Present

Austin Bar Foundation

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Reversed Health Insurance Denial of Inpatient Admission

Victory- Insurance Company

Client covered by COBRA

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Education

2005

University of Houston Law Center

LL.M - Master of Laws

2003

University of Houston Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

Bryn Mawr College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Spanish

Farsi

Activity

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