Michael Patrick Kalish

Michael Patrick Kalish

5.0
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 26 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at Irvine, CA
Practice Areas: Social Security

300 Spectrum Center Dr., Suite 400, Irvine, CA

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Social Security & Disability 100%

Legal representation of individuals applying for Social Security disability benefits from initial application for benefits through hearing before an Administrative Law Judge, to Federal District Court appeals of unfavorable decisions.

27 years | 20,000 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-25%


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Licenses

Licensed in Hawaii for 26 years

State: Hawaii

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Michael P. Kalish

300 Spectrum Center Dr., Suite 400, Irvine, CA, 92618-4989

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Michael Patrick Kalish's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Posted by Amy | December 03, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Patience and kindness

After several unsuccessful attempts at receiving SSDI for our disabled daughter, we were lucky enough to discover Mike Kalish. Mike won the case and our daughter was approved! Thankfully, Mike had the patience to answer all our questions while explaining the bureaucratic process. The kindness Mike ...showed our daughter was a comfort to her and us. Mike was professional, yet compassionate. Should we need help again, we will not hesitate to contact Mike. We are extremely grateful to have Mike in our corner.

Michael Kalish

Replied last December 03, 2024

Thank you for the kind words. The privilege was mine.

Posted by anonymous | May 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Honest Execution. Outstanding Job!

All Concerned, Mr. Kalish (Michael) is the missing piece of your puzzle when it comes to being approved for social security benefits. We contacted him for my disability claim discrepancies. I was denied SSDI benefits 3 times. Michael listened attentively to my situation, shared is honest thoughts..., and ultimately retained me as client based on our transparent conversation. Michael cares for his client and walked through the legal process. After 6 years of battling SSA, Michael was able to get me a fully favorable award. As a combat military veteran, I was always weary about trusting some of the government processes. Michael made me feel comfortable and put my mind at ease throughout the entire SSA process. I fully recommend Michael to represent any clients seeking an honest, transparent, and committed attorney to positively represent them. If you have a solid case Mr. Kalish is the one to call. Thanks for all your support and time Mr. Kalish you changed me and my family lives with your outstanding SSA knowledge and representation.

Posted by Gloria A. | April 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Amazing and knowledgeable Attorney

Mr. Kalish made a difference in getting my case for Social Security Security Disability approved. He took the time to prepare mi case and exhibits and gave a piece of mind. It is changing my life, I thank him so much for his help and dedicated work. He is a true angel to me.

Michael Kalish

Replied last April 10, 2024

Thank you for the kind words and thank you for your patience with the process. It is has been my privilege to represent you on your claim for disability benefits.

Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Awesome result!

I wish I could rate Mr. Kalish with more than just 5 stars. I had tried for several years to get my disability benefits but was always turned down. And every time I tried to hire an attorney to help me, nobody was willing to take my case because I was "too young" (32 y/o female). But when I spoke w...ith Mr. Kalish, he listened to me and said that I had a real claim but we would have see a judge since Social Security kept denying me. It took a while but we finally had our hearing and not only did Mr. Kalish convince the judge that I was owed my benefits but he was able to get the judge to reopen my prior claims for me and my two kids. When I got the award, I thought I had won the lottery! I was paid over six figures for my back claims and for my kids, I got a monthly check for me and the kids going forward, and I now have real insurance to get the medical care I need so maybe I can go back to work one day. Bottom line: if you are serious about getting your benefits from Social Security, you need Mr. Kalish. He was a life changer for me! Thank you for believing in me when nobody else would!

Posted by AJ | December 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Get The Job Done!

Excellent attorney! I strongly recommend this attorney. He stepped in to help me when no other lawyer would. I received one of the best Christmas gifts ever. Approval for disability. 7+ years retroactive.

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Experience

Rating:  6.5 (Good)

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of Michael P. Kalish, Corp.

Associations

2004 - Present

The National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives (NOSSCR)

member

Education

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University of Hawaii at Manoa - William S. Richardson School of Law

Languages

Spanish

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