$ 250-500 per hour
I have had my own office since January 1984. I actually handled my first Social Security claim as a volunteer for a senior legal service in 1982. Over the years, the percentage of my practice working with Social Security claimants has increased until about 15 years ago it became the primary focus of my practice. Now, I only handle Social Security law matters, and although disability claims are the majority of the matters I handle, I also represent clients with Social Security retirement, overpayment or paternity issues. I try to have a hands on approach with my clients, and together we come up with a plan for proving their disability. I am also available for consultations when people just want advice on a Social Security related matter. After handling Social Security and SSI claims for over 30 years, I find it to be very fulfilling to know that I can have such a positive impact on the quality of life for my clients when we have a successful outcome. ...And I'm crazy about my two black pugs who are a constant source of entertainment and love!
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$ 250-500 per hour
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4275 Executive Sq Ste 200 PMB 1082, La Jolla, CA, 92037
21 Client Reviews
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Posted by Joni | December 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
So caring and helpful
Ms Kellman was a life saver for me. I had been through so much and navigating everything needed to get the disability SS I needed was a mountain I couldn’t and didn’t even know how to climb. Ms Kellman took charge and helped me navigate every hurdle. She is so incredibly knowledgeable and helpfu...
Thank you for your kind words. If we can assist you again, please let us know. It was a pleasure to work with you.
Posted by Mark | November 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
SSA/SSI
I signed with Alice waaaay back in like 2002 give or take during what were some of the most confusing and darkest hours of my life. Although I believe we had different opinions regarding whether or not I was actually disabled, she made sure things were on an even keel and would counsel me from time ...
Posted by Janet | November 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Able to obtain Disability for my grown daughter
Alise is down to earth, straight forward, and truthfully knows the disability system inside and out. We tried first on our own to apply for disability for my daughter, and it was denied. At that point, we hired a health care advocate to help us with the appeal, The appeal was also denied. At th...
Posted by Terry | July 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
SSDI Overpayment and denial
I had received a letter from SSDI stating I had gone over substantial Gainful Activity two years prior. As a result, I was threatened with a two year overpayment and removal from medicare. After a one hour interview she was empathetic, understood my case and told me how she would handle my case all ...
Posted by Peter | August 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Highly Recommended
Alise was knowledgeable and kind. She guided me thru a very confusing and difficult process. My disability was almost taken away but she helped me keep it. I have and would use her services again if necessary.
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Aug 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Alise for over 15 years through her leadership on the Social Security Disability section of the San Diego County Bar. She is knowledgeable about this area of law and helpful to her colleagues."
"Ms. Kellman frequently answers Social Security questions on Avvo. Her answers show the depth of her knowledge on the subject matter and she is always very thorough in her responses. She is certainly an attorney I would recommend for someone seeking representation in a Social Security matter."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Ms Kellman for over 25 years. Although I retired in 1995, she worked with me as I handed over my practice to another attorney. I continue to refer cases to her and consult with her on personal matters."
"As a Workers' Compensation/ Injury Law Attorney I often have the need to refer my clients to a Social Security Attorney. I have been referring my clients to Alise Kellman for nearly 20 years. In fact, Ms Kellman is the only Social Security Attorney that I feel comfortable in referring my clients. Ms. Kellman is that good! I can therefore without reservation or hesitation enthusiastically endorse Alise Kellman!"
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Dec 02
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Professionally acquainted for 30 years."
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Nov 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Alise Kellman. I highly recommend her for any Social Security Disability or SSI matters. She is very experienced and skilled in all areas of Social Security Disability law. I refer new cases to her if the potential client has an issue that is outside the scope of my practice. She is a zealous advocate, and goes above and beyond for her clients."
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2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Leadership Award, San Diego County Bar Association
2010
Leadership Award, San Diego County Bar Association
1984 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Alise M Kellman
1990 - Present
National Organization of Social Security Claimants RepresentativesSustaining Member
2014 - 2015
San Diego County Bar AssociationSocial Security Section Chair
2008 - 2013
San Diego County Bar AssociationSocial Security Section Co-Chair
1977
law
1973
undergraduate
2015
SSI Issues Beyond Proving Disability
2015
Social Security Disabilit;y
English
Legal Answers
Social security say evidence in file is not sufficient to evaluate claim and evidence can’t be obtained I was denied, what to do
26 Jun 2022
Will there be problems down the road as i sold a car for my aunt but the dealership wrote the check out in my name?
27 Jun 2022
Can you be denied for medical disabilty and approved for non medical disability?
27 Jun 2022