Jennifer Helen Zorrilla

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Jennifer Helen Zorrilla

also known as Law Office of Jennifer Zorrilla

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 26 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Social Security

8880 Rio San Diego Dr Ste 800, San Diego, CA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Jennifer

Biography

Personal attention to your Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income claims!

Personal attention to your Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income claims!

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Social Security & Disability 100%

Social Security Disability and SSI denials.

19 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-25%


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2023 2019 2016
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Licenses

Licensed in California for 23 years

State: California

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Washington for 26 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Jennifer Zorrilla

8880 Rio San Diego Dr Ste 800, San Diego, CA, 92108-1642

www.sddisabilitylaw.com

Law Office of Jennifer Zorrilla

8880 Rio San Diego Drive Ste 800, San Diego, CA, 92108

www.sddisabilitylaw.com

Online Presence

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Jennifer Helen Zorrilla's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

42 Client Reviews

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Posted by Mark | July 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Best Social Security Attorney

With having to wait for nearly a year before going in front of a Administrator Law Judge at a SSDI hearing. You better make sure that you hire the best Social Security attorney in San Diego. That would be Jennifer Zorrilla. Ms. Zorrilla is extremely knowledgeable, hard working and very thorough in ma...king sure all of your medical files are submitted to the ALJ prior to your hearing. The work that she did on my pretrial Brief was amazing and the pretrial meeting prior to the hearing was so helpful, making the hearing way less onerous. Ms. Zorrilla never once failed to respond to all the numerous inquiries I made regarding my case. She always responded, usually the same day, with detailed explanations, keeping in constant touch with me through out the whole process. Because of Ms. Zorrilla professionalisms, knowledge of the Social Security system, vast experience dealing with the judges (ALJ), I was able to go through the year long process with peace of mind and confidence of winning my case. I highly recommend Ms. Zorrilla if you want to go into your hearing with the best chance of winning.

Posted by Lisa | July 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Jennifer Zorilla Lawyer Extraordinaire

I hired Jennifer Zorilla after being denied twice for my disability. She made the process very easy and kept me informed along the way. Her knowledge of the process is extensive and thorough. She made me feel comfortable with each step. Her interaction with each Judge makes it go smoother. I don't kn...ow that I could have found a Lawyer that was both excellent at her job and had such a warm and easy going personality. I will recommend her services to anyone I know needing help with Social Security Disability. Thank you Jennifer for all your hard work on my case. Sincerely, Leeanna Lisa Tucker

Posted by CHRISTINE | January 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Happy and oh so grateful.

I highly recommend attorney Jennifer Zorilla for assisting and guiding you through your disability claim. Jennifer was very professional and knowledgeable from day one until the day of my actual hearing. This was a very stressful experience for me until the day I met Jennifer. Jennifer put my mind at... ease, what a blessing.

Posted by Kris | August 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Awesome

After the initial interview with Jennifer I left knowing that I was in good hands. She went through the complete process of the disability claim. As time went on and questions arose she answered all of them within 24 hours. She is very compassionate and treats you like a friend rather than just anoth...er client. I highly recommend Jennifer.

Posted by Kathy | May 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Jennifer Is The Best

I heartily endorse Jennifer Zorrilla's expertise with Social Security. Whenever I had a question or needed help, Jennifer was always there to assist. She went with me to court and got me the settlement that I was entitled to because of her fantastic prep on my case.

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Jennifer Helen Zorrilla's Lawyer Endorsements

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Dan Cohen

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I also am a lawyer who handles Social Security cases, and if I needed a lawyer, I would not hesitate to contact Jennifer. I know that she works hard on her cases; she is very knowledgeable and conscientious."

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Alise Kellman

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Nov 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am happy to endorse Jennifer Zorrilla. I first met her when she worked for the San Diego Legal Aid Society. In my capacity as Chair and Co-Chair of the Social Security section of the SDCBA, I have had numerous opportunities to consult with her on various Social Security matters. I recommend her highly for representation on such matters."

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Amber Bellante

Unknown lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Zorrilla would be an asset to any clients case of her chosen practice area. She is personable with her clients, fellow attorneys and members of the legal community, while maintaining her legal astuteness in the handling of her cases."

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Dilraj Gosal

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"This able practitioner has over a dozen years of tested trial and advocacy skills (criminal and administrative) in various state jurisdictions. Her genuine sense of caring and empathy to clients, is matched with her savvy attention for detail, organizational and art of persusasion."

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Joseph Baker

Unknown lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Dan Cohen

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Kari Reardon

Criminal defense lawyer

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Alise Kellman

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Amber Bellante

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joseph Baker

Unknown lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1999

Dean's List, Gonzaga University School of Law

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney/Owner, Law Office of Jennifer Zorrilla

2009 - 2012

SSI Staff Attorney, Legal Aid Society of San Diego Inc.

2003 - 2005

Welfare and SSI Staff Attorney, Legal Aid Society Of San Diego, Inc.

2000 - 2002

Assistant Public Defender, Spokane County Public Defender's Office

1999 - 2000

Assistant Public Defender, City of Spokane, Office of the Public Defender

1998 - 1999

Rule 9 Intern, City of Spokane, Office of the Public Defender

Associations

2024 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

National Organization for Social Security Claimants Representatives

Member

2009 - Present

Lawyers Club of San Diego

Board Member

2002 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Moreno v. Astrue

9th Circuit Remand

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Education

1999

Gonzaga University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

University of Washington

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Brain Injury Group Monthly Meeting

Applying for Social Security Disability

Languages

English

Activity

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