Andrew Michael Kantor

Andrew Michael Kantor

5.0
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 11 years

Employee benefits Lawyer at Northridge, CA
Practice Areas: Employee Benefits, Life Insurance, Health Insurance

19839 Nordhoff St, Northridge, CA

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Biography

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Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in California for 11 years

State: California

Acquired: 2015

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 9 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2016

Administratively Suspended - Non-Payment of Dues

No misconduct found

Location

Kantor & Kantor LLP

19839 Nordhoff St, Northridge, CA, 91324-3331

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Andrew Michael Kantor's Reviews

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25 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Thank you Andrew and Kelli and the entire team at Kantor and Kantor.

I just wanted to say that the team at Kantor and Kantor has done an outstanding job with my social security case, Kelli rice was very thorough and professional , a nice person to work with . They work very efficient and also they don't leave anything out .all the basis were covered , and I received ...my settlement in a timely matter. And I would definitely recommend Kantor and Kantor to anyone seeking legal help .

Posted by Sal Robles | February 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney

The best team of lawyers ever

Mr Kantor and the Best team Of lawyers. For the most part I’m not a person that will post a review, but I believe on merits where they are earned. Mr Kantor, is knowledgeable, super efficient and something you will rarely find on a lawyer. A friendly attitude, when 1 st met, He treats you like some ...one you know for years. It was an honor and privilege and I will Highly recommend Mr Kantor to all my friends and family.

Posted by anonymous | November 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Appeals

A special thank you!

My journey has been unpleasant and challenging! Trying to vent through my health issues and “doing what’s right” found me in the hands of attorneys. This firm came to me through a trusted recommendation. At wits end I was not sure what to do. It was recommended that I contact Kantor & Kantor.  I spok...e with Andrew Kantor and within our first phone conversation, I finally felt like I had someone in my court. He listened to my story, showed empathy for my journey and immediately took me under his wing. He not only gave me comfort he touched my heart with his kindness and words of hope. Along with Andew, I have also been working with his associate Beth. She too was amazing. She was patient and detailed.  Beth had to go through allot with me, and since my health issues compromised some of my skills, I was so grateful! Fast forward, the appeal was won and I am not sure where I would have been without them.

Posted by Alex | June 27, 2019 | Employee Benefits

Deserves trust

I consulted attorney Kantor on ERISA issues. I had not known whether litigation will be needed or not. Attorney Kantor provided such a great consultation, that the other side conceded and, at least for now, litigation is not needed. Throughout the consultation, it was clear to me that Attorney Kantor... was extremely knowledgeable, was willing to offer advice, but most importantly, he clearly wanted to help and put my interests above his own. This is extremely rare combination in an attorney. This attorney epitomizes the best in the profession, and he has my trust and vote of confidence.

Posted by Mark | June 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

Highly skillful, effective and compassionate private disability lawyer

I hired Andrew Kantor to help me apply for private long-term disability insurance benefits. Without a lawyer, this is a process that involves a considerable amount of time and effort, which can be overwhelming when you are ill. It also requires legal expertise, since private disability insurance pol...icies and parts of the application for benefits can be quite confusing to the layperson. Andrew and his paralegal Kelli Rice worked on a day-to-day basis to guide me through the application process and to collect and submit all of the documentation required to apply for benefits. Andrew’s guidance, based on his sharp legal mind, his knowledge of the laws that govern private disability insurance, and his extensive practical experience, was always reassuring and ultimately proved to be spot-on. My initial application for disability benefits was approved soon after it was submitted to the insurer. I have no doubt the approval was aided by Andrew's and Kelli's work. Andrew expertly addressed a wide range of practical and legal questions and concerns that arose during the application process. He even provided clear guidance about disability law to an employment lawyer I hired to address a separate legal matter. Throughout the application process, Andrew and Kelli were always accessible and responsive. They were kind and respectful in every phone call and email exchange I had with them. Ultimately, they took a lot of the stress and workload off my shoulders in applying for disability insurance benefits. I am really grateful for the work they did on my behalf and recommend Andrew without hesitation.

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Andrew Michael Kantor's Lawyer Endorsements

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Megan Ditolla

Health insurance lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Andrew Kantor for several years. When I have clients who need help securing their long-term disability benefits, Andrew is who I refer them to. He is a legal eagle and knows the ins and outs of ERISA law. He also is a rarity in the legal profession these days because he is not afraid to litigate if an insurance company is out of line. Most importantly, he is ethical and trustworthy. Every client I send his way adores him because he combines kindness and compassion with his extensive legal expertise, which makes him the perfect attorney to have in your corner."

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Michelle Roberts

Employee benefits lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"I've worked with Andrew on several disability benefit matters. He is diligent and strategic in his approach and very knowledgeable about ERISA given his experience in the field even before he attended law school. He also has excellent client rapport due to his unwavering compassion. I highly endorse Andrew."

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Brent Brehm

Employee benefits lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Andrew combines stellar advocacy with heartfelt compassion. It is rare combination few attorneys posses. It is why he is among the top disability insurance attorneys in America."

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Lisa Kantor

Employee benefits lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Andrew is a brilliant lawyer and a rising start in the ERISA area."

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Lisa Kantor

Insurance lawyer

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Megan Ditolla

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Babak Lalezari

Litigation lawyer

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Glenn Kantor

Employee benefits lawyer

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Peter Sessions

Employee benefits lawyer

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Mitchell Hefter

Insurance lawyer

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Beth Davis

Insurance lawyer

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Brent Brehm

Employee benefits lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2012

Admission Scholarship, University of Irvine School of Law

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Associate, Kantor & Kantor

2013 - 2013

Law Clerk, UCI Law Clinics

2012 - 2012

Law Clerk, Consumer Watchdog

Associations

2016 - Present

American Association for Justice

Sample of Legal Cases

Fleming v. UNUM

Finding in Full for Plaintiff

Young v. Sun Life Health Ins. Co. 285 F.Supp.3d 1109 (2018)

Court found Sun Life abused its discretion, finding for Plaintiff in full.

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Education

2010

Clarkson University

Masters in Business Administration

N/A

Union Coll Univ

N/A

University of California, Irvine School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2021

Webinar

COVID-19 and Disability Insurance for Individuals Living with ME/CFS

2021

The Spoonie Struggle Podcast Disability Law

2021

The IACFS/ME Annual Conference

Long-Term Disability Insurance Challenges for Individuals Living With ME/CFS

2020

Webinar

Parkinson’s & The Long Term Disability Claims Process

2020

The Ehlers-Danlos Society

EDS and the Disability Claims & Appeals Process

2014

University of Irvine School of Law Scholarship Seminar

Rico & ERISA; Holding ERISA Insurers Accountable

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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