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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Posted by Ezzeldin | April 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Extremely intelligent, professional, Friendlier, Humble Lawyer, I Highly Recommend

Mr Dolenga Very professional, responsible and understanding. I was very pleased with the service I received from Mr Dolenga. He made me feel comfortable and confident that he cared about me. He answered all my questions and I was impressed by his knowledge of my case. He explained everything clearly... and thoroughly. He always returned emails and phone calls promptly. I strongly recommend Mr James Dolenga to anyone who wants the best disability attorney.

Posted by Dana | April 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Highly Knowledgable re Disability Cases, Professional, Helpful

Mr. Dolenga is very knowledgable about the way the Social Security system works when applying for Social Security Disability. He and his professional staff worked hard on my case and I am very thankful to them and feel we did everything possible to obtain a positive outcome from my hearing with the ...judge. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who might be looking for an attorney experienced in this field.

Posted by anonymous | April 02, 2018 | Social Security Disability

Non-attorney Representative

I have referred two family members in California to this attorney. I worked with him for a number of years in Michigan. He is one of the best attorneys I have ever worked with. He is a very skilled attorney with vast experience in Social Security Disability Law.

Posted by anonymous | April 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

LJF

Mr. Dolenga and Gloria were extremely well organized and to the point. Explained the hearing process to me clearly and made sure I was presenting the most concise case possible. Highly recommended

Posted by Rebecca | February 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly Recommended/ Hearing Experience

Mr. James A Dolenga and his group are exceptional. They were always on top of all my paperwork and kept me informed. Especially when it came to getting ready for the hearing. Mr. Dolenga walked me through every step of the hearing, the type of questions I would be asked and most importantly made me f...eel relaxed upon entering meeting by reassuring me that I know the information that was needed from me. If ever needed, I recommend James A. Dolenga.

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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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