James M. Dolenga

James M. Dolenga

4.7
Rating: 6.7

Licensed for 31 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at Torrance, CA
Practice Areas: Social Security, Estate Planning

21250 Hawthorne Blvd., Suite 500, Torrance, CA

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 50%

Most families just want to know that their home and their assets will go to their kids without probate, and that most don't need a lot of extra planning. If you need more, can do that too. Affordable, quality plans that don't break the bank.

50%
Social Security & Disability 50%

We have been representing clients with severe injuries and illnesses in their fight to get the disability benefits they deserve from Social Security. We are there from initial application through a hearing with a judge.

50%

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 30 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1995

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 31 years

State: California

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of James M. Dolenga

21250 Hawthorne Blvd., Suite 500, Torrance, CA, 90503

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James M. Dolenga's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

51 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 32 reviews | Social Security Disability

Posted by Sylvia | June 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Syl

Attorney James M. Dolenga is very knowledgeable and took time to review my case and was able to explain my rare disease in detail. I haven't heard the outcome yet for my SSDI, but Attorney Dolenga made me feel at ease and explained how all details are handled. I want to thank him for all the time h...e spent on my case and I would recommend him highly to anyone that needed help by a good attorney.

Posted by Meg | February 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

highly recomended

Our son received a 'fully favorable' decision on his SSDI thanks to Mr. Dolenga. He is a professional and efficient lawyer and highly recommended.

Posted by Edith | September 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Professional

James Dolenga is a well spoken and well mannered lawyer. He represented me in my SSI hearing. Mr. Dolenga explained what would happen during and after the hearing. Mr. Dolenga arrived early, well dressed and reviewed my case with me the day of the hearing. He is a direct straight to the point no gibb...erish lawyer who will do his best to win your case. I would recommend him to friends or family.

Posted by Katharina | September 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Professional Attorney

Mr. Dolenga is an excellent attorney. I was extremely prepared for my appearance in court. He took all the time necessary to let me know step by step what to expect. I was very impressed by his dress, his demeanor and his professionalism. I strongly endorse him for your disability needs. Mr. Dolenga ...has many years of experience. His explanation of the procedure and what follows, made me feel calm and confident.

Posted by Jennifer | September 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Good Recomendation

Very helpful with representation in my ssi hearing. Weather i am approved or denied, they were very helpful. Gloria was very kind to me and handled alot of my paperwork needs and telephone calls as well. Thank you all at the office for assisting me in my case.

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Experience

Rating:  6.7 (Good)

Work Experience

1999 - Present

Owner, Law Office of James M. Dolenga

Education

1995

Whittier College School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

Spanish

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