Kelvin Kwok Lee

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Kelvin Kwok Lee

4.9
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 34 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at San Marino, CA
Practice Areas: Social Security, Administrative Law

1455 San Marino Avenue, Suite D, San Marino, CA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Kelvin

Biography

Representing Clients in Social Security Disability and Administrative Proceedings. Call 626-376-4259

Representing clients before the Office of Administrative Hearings, and State Personnel Board

Representing clients through the entire Social Security disability application process.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Social Security & Disability 70%

Social Security Disability, Medical Disability, Public Assistance Benefits

21 years | 300 cases

70%
Administrative Law 30%

Professional Licensing (DMV, DRE), Public Sector Labor and Employment, Employee Discipline

27 years | 500 cases

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 150-250 per hour

Contingency

25%-35%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2015

Licenses

Licensed in California for 34 years

State: California

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Kelvin K. Lee

1455 San Marino Avenue, Suite D, San Marino, CA, 91108

www.kelvinleelaw.com

Kelvin Kwok Lee's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Randy | July 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

A kind and Honest Professional.

It has been a few years since my case was resolved. Kelvin was helpful the entire way. What I especially appreciated is that he did not sugarcoat the likelihoods. I was likely not his typical client and my case was very much an uphill battle. When he saw I was honest about my situation he helped me t...hrough all of the paperwork. He was familiar with every aspect and procedure from start to finish. If I had to go through the process again, I would absolutely choose to hire Mr. Lee again.

Posted by Serena | August 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Social Security

Social Security and Medi-Cal

I would like to thank Mr Lee for assisting me through a very difficult time I was having regarding my Social Security and Medi-Cal. I was referred to Mr Lee by a non-profit public service organization, San Gabriel Valley Lawyer Referral Service, Certified by the State Bar Association of California. ... I needed legal guidance. I was overwhelmed by paperwork sent to me from Social Security and Medi-cal and how to organize and decipher what I needed to do. Mr Lee was very kind, showed me much patience, and was able to explain complex information in a way I could understand. Through his guidance and expertise, I had a better understanding of this information, and what to do to help myself for optimal outcomes. I would highly recommend Mr Lee, and feel extremely fortunate to have met him. Thank you Mr Lee.

Posted by K | January 28, 2016 | Licensing

Great Consultation and Future Advice

Kelvin is very professional and he is very helpful and informational. I called him to explain our situation and he didn't throw a sales pitch at me, he told me some factual things about the next steps and what would happen, even though he is out of the area he still advised me as if he were represent...ing me. If I lived in SoCal he would be one of my top picks depending on the case, but for Occupational Licenses and SSA and disability. Thank you Kelvin and your staff has great response time in contacting you as well as your reply within short notice!

Posted by Maxi | June 28, 2015 | Administrative Law

The Best Attorney I have ever Known!

Attorney Kelvin Lee is by far hands down the best attorney I have ever met in my life and I have met many. My Father is a Chiropractor and I have seen him struggle with lawyers to help him in matter of his practice and with my own personal issues I have met many lawyers but none as passionate and pro...fessional as Attorney Kelvin Lee. I was blessed to find out about Kelvin Lee through another online review when I was researching the matter of obtaining a DMV Salesperson License after mine was denied through the DMV. Attorney Kelvin Lee was there for me and guided me through a life changing process in the Department of Motor Vehicle's appeal and approval of my Salesperson License. He led me through a very difficult journey. Kelvin supported me and taught me so much about the legal process and DMV procedures that I felt knowledgeable and confident in all the proceedings from the paperwork to the courtroom. Before I met Kelvin, I had just lost my job selling cars because my license was denied, I was frustrated, confused and didn't know what to do. With Kelvin's support and guidance, I got through that very difficult time and came out on top! I would recommend anyone dealing with a licensing issue or a social security/disability case to see Kelvin immediately. He will put you at ease from the minute you talk to him on the phone. Attorney Kelvin Lee is single-handedly the most devote, professional and sincerest attorneys I have ever met (And I've met many!) Without his help, I would not have made it to where I am today.

Posted by Kathryn | July 02, 2015 | Estate Planning

Patience and understanding

He helped to update my brother's will/trust and worked to probate it when my brother passed away. When it became more complicated he referred me to a good specialist. I appreciated his patience with my brother who was elderly and not in good health.

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Kelvin Kwok Lee's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michelle Lee

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kelvin's experience and dedication makes him a sought after attorney. Excellent writing skills"

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Joseph Chun

Administrative law lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have consulted with Kelvin several times on various matters, and he has always been extremely helpful. His knowledge of administrative law is extensive, and he has a very kind and calm demeanor that I am confident his clients all appreciate."

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Frank Chen

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Kelvin Lee for more than 25 years, since our law school days at UCLA School of Law. As a former Administrative Law Judge and former government administrative law attorney, he is extremely knowledgeable in social security and administrative law matters. I have tremendous respect for his sound legal knowledge and ability to communicate that knowledge. He is a true asset to our legal community. It is my pleasure to endorse him."

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Christine McCall

Administrative law lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"Kelvin Lee is widely experienced in California administrative and licensing law. I first noted his exceptional professional skills some years ago when I was serving as a California Administrative Law Judge and he represented the CA Dept of Real Estate in hearings pertaining to appeals of license applications and DRE discipline for professional misconduct. Since that time, I have informally consulted with Mr Lee on a number of CA licensing and administrative law cases and I am always impressed by the depth of his analytic skills and professional knowledge. I know Mr Lee not only as highly skilled, knowledgeable and experienced, but also as ethical, principled and wholly committed to delivering his absolute best for his clients. I would retain Mr Lee for a legal matter pertaining to myself or my family in a heartbeat, and he is on my short-short list of attorneys I confidently recommend to others."

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Thomas Davis

Social Security & Disability lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer, Kelvin is a very hard working, highly ethical lawyer."

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Joseph Lee

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2007 - 2013

Administrative Law Judge, California Department Of Social Services

2006 - 2009

Staff Counse/Vertical Advocate, California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation

2004 - 2006

Senior Staff Counsel, California Department of Real Estate

2000 - 2006

Staff Counsel, California Department of Motor Vehicles

1994 - 2000

Senior Attorney Advisor, United States Social Security Administration

1992 - 1994

Staff Counsel, California Department of Social Services

1990 - 1990

Law Clerk, California Teacher's Association

1989 - 1989

Law Clerk, Santa Monica City Attorneys Office

Associations

2013 - Present

Hemophilia Foundation of Southern California

Board Member

2013 - Present

San Gabriel Valley Bar Association

Member

2013 - 2014

Southern California Chinese Lawyers Association

Member

2013 - 2014

San Gabriel Chamber of Commerce

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Vanna Luy before Social Security Administration

Favorable Disposition

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Education

1990

University of California at Los Angeles School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

University of California - Los Angeles

MA - Masters

1986

Univ of California at Los Angeles

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Overview of the California Bureau of Real Estate

Real Estate Licensing

2014

Attorney Forum

Social Security Disability Benefits

2014

Attorney Forum

Applying for Social Security Disability

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