Jennifer Helen Zorrilla

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Jennifer Helen Zorrilla

also known as Law Office of Jennifer Zorrilla

5.0
Rating: 9.8

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

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Jennifer Helen Zorrilla's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

42 Client Reviews

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Posted by Christal | June 04, 2015 | Social Security Disability

Jennifer really came through for me!

I approached Jennifer after I got my first denial letter from Social Security. We met in March of 2013 to consult with me, looked at my records and told me if she felt I had a case or not. After looking over all the information I had she began telling us what steps would need to be taken to forward m...y case and how she and we would have to go about completing them. We went through a process that she made very easy for me. Most of the legwork was on her side; she was very active in getting the information Social Security was asking for and keeping me up to date on my part. She kept in contact with me via phone and email; I felt the entire time that she was competent and working towards me getting a favorable decision. When Social Security made a mistake with my case and my calls to them wouldn't fix it, I got another denial notice. Jennifer sat down with me to discuss the appeal process and how long it would take. No time during this wait did she make me any promises that she wouldn't be able to fulfill. And she gave me a timetable that sounded insane but was completely accurate on how long it would be before my case would go to hearing. In September 2014 my hearing came up and Jennifer was knowledgeable of the judge I would be facing to tell me what I could expect from him. In preparing me for the date she sat with me and went over what the process would be, who would be in the room, and why they would be there. While in the hearing Jennifer was on point: knew my case, my medical history, and my social ability. She was able to answer all the questions the judge asked without any hesitation or having to shuffle through my account. I received my fully favorable decision in November 2014 at which time Jennifer explained to me what more would happen. She offered me help in case I had any problems with my settlement even though my contract with her ended with my decision notice. I was impressed throughout the entire thing with her professionalism and support.

Posted by Steven | January 01, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

One of the best disability lawyers in San Diego!

I would recommend Jennifer Zorrilla highly. She won my case when another lawyer wouldn't even bother taking my case. She is very knowledgeable and professional, and has a great attitude. She returned calls promptly, and was very informative when I had many questions. Plus she was friendly, and c...aring. I felt that I wouldn't win my case, but she gave me hope with her knowledge and experience. There are not enough words to express how grateful I am for her help.

Posted by Rick and Leny Martinez | October 21, 2014 | Social Security Disability

Highly Recommended

Atty Zorilla is somebody whom you can trust who will take care of your case to your best advantage..as if you are her family member. She is very knowledgeable on her area of expertise and provides detailed information to her clients regarding the nature of the case, possilbe outcome and options. ...My husband has tons of records dating back 15-20 years but she patiently reviews them and reviews the merits of the case. We just wish we have met her earlier- we could have avoided lost benefits resulting frol earlier rejections of our case.

Posted by Stacey | October 21, 2014 | Social Security Disability

Excellent Customer Service with a caring spirit

I received a SSI review/denial letter. I was very upset and spoke with my psychiatrist. He filled out the form, sent out the chart notes and told me to go to the meeting the had set up for me with one of their "teams". He assured me it would be alright. We we're both shocked when the denied my SSI. M...y psychiatrist had work with Jennifer on several other disability cases and called her while I was in his office. I met with her, she was kind, caring and very knowledgeable about we needed to do. I signed all the necessary form for her to get all the records she would need. She explained what the step by step process of what was going to happen. First step when turn in all the paperwork, reports. Doctors findings. And they review it and can over turn it at that time, or if not, it can move on to a judge, etc. Jennifer did such a thourgh job, that the decision was overturned at the 1st level. She was amazing. So caring about me as a person and my situation. She truly saved my life.

Posted by Jean-Marie | February 26, 2014 | Social Security Disability

Very good experience

Jennifer Zorrilla handled my disability case. I suffer from terrible anxiety which I know is difficult to deal with, but she made me feel very secure. She kept me informed on each stage of the case and met with me ahead of time to go over all of the details and rehearse my testimony. When I was in th...e waiting room to get my case heard, there were lawyers in there meeting their clients for the first time, just before going in... I'm glad I didn't have one of those lawyers. And she won my case! The whole thing went very smoothly and her people skills are excellent. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a good SSI lawyer, especially for someone who gets easily stressed and intimidated, like myself.

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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

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Alise Kellman

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Amber Bellante

Criminal defense lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (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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