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also known as Law Office of Jennifer Zorrilla
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I have been an attorney since 1999. I am licensed to practice law in California, the State of Washington, the United States District Court for the Southern District of California, and the United States Courts for the Ninth Circuit. I have represented individuals in administrative hearings since 2003 and have experience litigating federal civil cases against the Social Security Administration. Before practicing Social Security disability law, I worked as a welfare and government benefits attorney and as an assistant public defender. I am a sustaining National Organization for Social Security Representatives (NOSSCR) member and enjoy attending their yearly conference. I am also a member of the San Diego County Bar Association, the American Bar Association, and the Lawyer's Club of San Diego.
As a sole practitioner, I represent clients with their Social Security Disability/SSI benefits denials. I work closely with every client to ensure they have the best representation. You will only work with me during representation. I enjoy getting to know my clients and assisting them in the appeals process. I am from Washington State and have lived in San Diego since 2002. I love dogs and enjoy spending time with my Micro Mini Goldendoodle!
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Practice Area
19 years
25%-25%
State: California
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
State: Washington
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Fax
Mobile
8880 Rio San Diego Dr Ste 800, San Diego, CA, 92108-1642
www.sddisabilitylaw.comFax
Mobile
8880 Rio San Diego Drive Ste 800, San Diego, CA, 92108
www.sddisabilitylaw.com
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42 Client Reviews
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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...
Posted by anonymous | April 08, 2014 | Social Security Disability
Excellent : I highly recommend Jennifer Zorrilla as a Disability Attorney
I was a licensed attorney of the California Bar for over 20 years before I became unable to work due to disability. I graduated from one of the best law schools in the country; and after that, for over 20 years, I represented Fortune 500 companies in complex business transactions. Unfortunately, m...
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...
Posted by Harry | February 25, 2014 | Social Security Disability
Sincere help in a time of great need
I picked Jennifer to handle my Social Security disability case because I admired her experience in disability law. I can wholeheartedly say she knows how the system works, what to expect and how to walk clients through the process. Over my 6-month case, Jennifer was always available within 24 hour...
Posted by Ronald | August 08, 2013 | Social Security Disability
Best of The Best
I met Ms. Zorrilla at a private non profit agency, she has spent many years with a very large Social Security Disability case load. Prior to my hearing she met with me and grilled me. This preparation left me confident of how and what to present. Before my hearing she opened her Private practic...
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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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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
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
2024 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
National Organization for Social Security Claimants RepresentativesMember
2009 - Present
Lawyers Club of San DiegoBoard Member
2002 - Present
San Diego County Bar AssociationMember
9th Circuit Remand
1999
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
Applying for Social Security Disability
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