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Scott Sell was born in Minnesota in 1980. Early in his life, Scott worked in the building trades and as a foundryman at a production bronze foundry. He graduated from Marlboro College in Marlboro Vermont with High Honors after attending with a scholarship for the study of social justice. Between college and law school he worked as an outreach worker for people experiencing mental illness and homelessness.
Scott attended Willamette College of Law in Salem, Oregon with a Law Merit scholarship. During law school, Scott worked in the disability section of Thomas, Coon, Newton and Frost. He also represented the state in community court proceedings as a clerk for the Multnomah County District Attorney’s office. Scott graduated law school Magna Cum Laude.
Before returning to Thomas, Coon, Newton, and Frost, Scott served as the Senior Clerk for the Honorable James C. Egan at the Oregon Court of Appeals.
Scott exclusively represents disabled people seeking long term disability benefits from private insurance companies and the Social Security Administration. Scott has successfully represented hundreds of disabled people in administrative hearings and federal court actions.
Scott lives in Southeast Portland with his wife and two children. He is a committed bicycle commuter.
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Acquired: 2014
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820 SW 2nd Ave Ste 200, Portland, OR, 97204-3087
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Posted by Yvonne | September 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Social Security Disibility
I was referred to Scott Sell from another previous lawyer I had. I hired Scott after I was denied with the social security office. Scott explained in my initial consultation what was going to happen and what the fee would be, which he only gets paid after we won the case. Scott was awesome and everyo...
Posted by Brandi | June 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Intelligent! Knowledgeable! Detailed Oriented! CARING!
My significant other had been hit by a car and was severely wounded. Her foot was reattached to her leg, as her bones were crushed and the foot torn almost completely off. She had had to thru numerous surgeries. She is in chronic, severe pain, every single moment. She isn’t able to walk around on he...
Posted by anonymous | February 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Highly recommended!
Scott Sells, Erin (his assistant) and the staff of Thomas, Coon, Newton & Frost did a wonderful job putting together my application for Social Security Disability. They were very professional and approachable and made me feel comfortable with the process by answering all of my questions and concerns....
Posted by Stacey | September 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Excellence, integrity and compassion!
I consulted with and hired Scott Sell after researching and consulting with several other attorneys. Scott’s ability to share his extensive legal knowledge through clear and honest communication is remarkable, and his compassion, patience and diligence around the handling of my ssdi claim was incredi...
Posted by Dani | June 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Amazing!
My journey with the Disability process started 8 years ago. I was dealt a bad hand with bad representation for the first 7.5 years of my fight! I reached out to a Disability Attorney on the East Coast for assistance and she did some research for me, finding Scott! She said he was a highly recommended...
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jun 02
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Scott is the only lawyer I refer folks to for Social Security Disability matters. Scott was a social worker before he was a lawyer. He’s skilled at helping people who have been through hard times and has expertise helping folks who have mental health issues in addition to other disabilities. I endorse this lawyer."
"I worked with Scott at the Oregon Court of Appeals. Scott is thoughtful, compassionate, and a great attorney. I would not hesitate to hire him."
"I have known Scott for many years. When I first met him, I was so impressed that I immediately offered him a position at my law firm, even though he was still in law school at the time. His work for me was outstanding and equally important, he demonstrated the compassion and respect that is the hallmark of a superb attorney. When he was finished with his Court of Appeals clerkship, an honor few attorneys achieve, I offered him a full attorney position with our law firm. My confidence in Scott has always been borne out by the way he treats his clients and wins his cases. I give him my highest recommendation and refer clients to him with complete confidence."
"Scott approaches problems with a steady hand and a sharp intellect. He is as a strong writer, researcher, and advocate, as well as outgoing person with an easy-to-talk-to disposition. He provides wise counsel and fierce advocacy. I endorse him wholeheartedly."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Scott. Having worked with him, I know he is smart, easy to talk to, dedicated, and compassionate. I would not hesitate to hire him."
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jun 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I happily endorse Scott Sell. He is one of the most moral, intelligent, and hard working attorneys I have met. But, it's not just about Scott's talent and abilities, but what he brings as a person that makes him such an effective advocate for his clients."
"Scott is an intelligent, hard-working, and compassionate attorney. His high-caliber writing and analytical skills set him apart from other attorneys."
"Scott is a spectacular lawyer. He is a compassionate attorney with a background in social work. He understands the needs of people living with disabilities and is an excellent advocate."
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2014
Graduated Magna Cum Laude, Willamette College of Law
2016 - Present
Attorney, Swanson, Thomas, Coon and Newton
2014 - 2016
Senior Clerk, Oregon Court of Appeals
2017 - Present
Oregon Trial Lawyers Association, Amicus Curiae CommitteeMember
2016 - Present
General Assistance Advisory CommitteeMember
2016 - Present
Oregon Trial Lawyers Association
2014 - Present
Oregon State BarAttorney
Claimant received over $200,000 in retroactive benefits, ongoing medical insurance, and ongoing monthly benefits for himself and his two children.
The insurer reversed its position and paid benefits based on the lifetime value of the claim.
2014
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2018
Applying for Disability Benefits for Parkinson's Disease
2020
2016
English