John-Paul Gustad

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John-Paul Gustad

also known as JP

4.9
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 24 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Social Security, Personal Injury, Military Law ... +4 more

7815 Greenwood Ave. N., Seattle, WA

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About John-Paul

Biography

Seattle Personal Injury Law, Social Security Disability & Veterans Affairs Representation Nationwide

Washington auto accident lawyer John Paul Gustad will help you secure the compensation you are entitled to under Washington law. Mr. Gustad has years of experience handling distressing accident and injury cases, and our law firm is committed to getting you the compensation you deserve.

Expert VA lawyers can help you obtain your benefits and compensation.

If you are confident there has been a serious injury or death that resulted from the negligence of a residential care facility, you must contact Washington lawyer John Paul Gustad right away to have your case reviewed.

Personal Injury Lawyer - Successfully navigate the legal process and stand up to the insurance companies.

Our Social Security disability lawyers have represented more than 4,000 people with SSDI / SSI claims Nationwide. If you need help appealing a denial or applying for SSDI and SSI, contact our law firm right away.

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Social Security & Disability 40%

I assist individuals in obtaining Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments from the Social Security Administration (SSA). I also assist Veterans in establishing Service Connected Compensation with the Veterans Administration (VA) and in obtaining increased ratings in Service Connected Compensation.

25 years | 5,000 cases

40%
Military Law 20%

We are accredited by the Bureau of Veterans Affairs(VA) to represent Veterans in obtaining Service Connected Compensation Claims and increases for their Service Connected Compensation from the VA.

16 years | 509 cases

20%
Personal Injury 20%

Gustad Law Group represents people who have been injured or suffered the wrongful death of someone they love. You may have suffered a life-change injury or be dealing with the loss of a family member.

16 years | 101 cases

20%
Car Accident 10%

10%
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect 4%

4%
Slip and Fall Accident 3%

3%
Wrongful Death 3%

3%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 24 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2001

Active

No misconduct found

Location

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7815 Greenwood Ave. N., Seattle, WA, 98103

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John-Paul Gustad's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

329 Client Reviews

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Posted by Trisha | August 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Very Professional!

I was extremely pleased with how well this office communicates, and how professional they all are. John-Paul Gustad is very knowledgeable and he won my SSDI and SSI case! I am forever grateful!

John-Paul Gustad

Replied last August 26, 2025

Trisha, Thank you for your thoughtful review. It was a pleasure for Gustad Law Group to represent you in your claim for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. You had a meritorious case and I am happy Gustad Law Group persuaded the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) that you are disabled under the Social Security Administration's (SSA) rules. Great outcome! Sincerely, J.P Gustad Attorney and Principal Gustad Law Group

Posted by Tommy | July 26, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Tommy

We are so thankful for the Gustad Law Group reprecenting me for the appeals and count hearing of my disable case. When my wife and I first met with Angela, she explained to us how does the whole process work very clearly. She was clearly and patiently answered our questions during the appeal proc...ess. Mr. Gustad reprected me in the count hearing. He was well prepared for my case. He and his team got a lot of evidences to support my case. I believed they have done a lot behide the scene. From Mr. Gustad to the staffs in the office, they are all showed their professionalism. I thank them for helping me to get my disable approved.

Posted by Wyatt | July 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Efficient and Effective

I'm very glad I chose Gustad Law Group to represent me in my SSI case - Mr. Gustad and his team are the real deal. After a couple years of struggling with the process on my own and getting a denial, I turned to Gustad Law Group for the appeal, and they won my hearing! They also made the process less ...daunting throughout. They seem to understand that some disabilities can make things like filling in all the paperwork correctly and on time, keeping up with the calls, and presenting your case in court challenging, and they were patient and willing to work with me through any such challenges. It felt like they took me seriously and understood my struggles without being condescending. They also seem to be inclusive and respectful of LGBTQIA+ clients. The prep call the day before the hearing was helpful in knowing what to expect, and Mr. Gustad offered useful guidance. He has a knack for how to frame things and get the message across even when it comes to complex situations and symptoms. The call after the hearing about the positive outcome and how to navigate the next steps was helpful, too. Overall, it felt like they genuinely wanted to help, and they're effective and efficient at what they do. I recommend Mr. Gustad and his team to anyone else struggling to get the benefits they need.

Posted by Antoinette | February 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

This is the FIRM!

When realizing that benefits you earned are not automatically given to you because of the complications within government systems, it was natural to seek a law firm with solid, PROVEN expertise in Social Security cases. I consulted with 3 firms prior to choosing who would represent me. The Gustad Law... Group is EXACTLY who they say they are. I interviewed one of their staff members in making the final decision for my case. Angela is the employee every law firm practicing social security issues should have on staff. She is experienced from the inside, compassionate, and a great communicator. She let me know what was expected from me as a client and that made my role easy. When it came time to actually be represented at a hearing, JP Gustad personally took on my case. Even though my case was not large, he treated me with the utmost care as he walked me through the process of the hearing and how to approach it. He was knowledgeable of my case, reassuring, and confident. Those are best client practices, to me. Thank you for EVERYTHING you did for me these last few years to see me through successful resolution of an unfortunate situation. Don't hesitate, contact the Gustad Law Group!

Posted by Corinne | September 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Don't waste your time get professional assistance

Mr. Gustad and his team help me with Soc. Sec. disability after I was unable to return to work. I tired to do it on my own with all the paperwork and hoops I endured with SS it was a night mare. After being rejected twice with SS I reached out to Mr. Gustad and his team, after my call I was told that... the team would review my case and get back with me to let me know if they felt they could assist me. With in no time I received a call from one of Mr. Gustad team, they stated they would help me they also told me what to expect which eased my nerves. The outcome did take a bit since the SS is so backed up but totally worth it. I strongly fill that if Mr. Gustad wouldn't of gone to bat for me with SS that I still would not be receiving what I truly was intitled to. If you fill that you are intitled to SS disability and have been denied one time my suggestion is call Mr. Gustad don't waste your time with SS, It took me 3 years on my own and about a year after hiring Mr. Gustad. Thank you Mr. Gustad and your team for all that you did for me.

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Eric Brunstrom

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"John-Paul is passionately committed to the effective representation of his clients; his success proves this. He is successful because he has the intellect to persuasively apply complex laws, rules, and regulations to differing and equally complex facts for each client; a skill every lawyer wants and John-Paul has. I endorse him and his work based on these skills and his honest compassion for his clients."

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Anne Kysar

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Gustad cares about his clients and is willing to stand up to Administrative Law Judges who are not following the law. I think that Mr. Gustad is a very good attorney and I endorse him."

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Deborah Nelson

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"JP Gustad is an excellent lawyer who truly cares about his clients. He's also an ethical person you can trust. I've referred several people to JP and they've all been pleased with how they were treated - and I've been impressed with the results he has achieved for his clients, sometimes under difficult circumstances. He's smart, he's tenacious, and he's energetic. What more could you want?!"

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Joseph Koplin

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"JP is a consummate professional whom others (such as myself) routinely consult for advice. He is a tireless advocate for his clients. I strongly recommend JP for social security disability appeals."

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Joshua Bam

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"JP is an excellent attorney and runs a very competent firm. He really cares about the best interests of his clients and has helped 1000s of people get the best results in their SSDI and VA cases. Highly recommend."

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Benjamin Gichner

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked closely with Mr. Gustad. He cares about his clients and always has their best interests at heart. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of legal counsel"

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Joseph Koplin

Workers compensation lawyer

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Joshua Bam

Corporate and incorporation lawyer

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Benjamin Gichner

Business lawyer

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Rosemary Schurman

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Eric Brunstrom

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2024

National Trial Lawyers Top 100, National Trial Lawyers

2023

Social Security Disability Leadership, Disability Awards National Top 500

2023

National Trial Lawyers Top 100, National Trial Lawyers

2022

Social Security Disability Leadership, Disability Awards National Top 500

2022

National Trial Lawyers Top 100, National Trial Lawyers

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1989

Alice Tweed Tuohy Scholarship, Alice Tweed Tuohy

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Principal, Gustad Law Group

2002 - 2007

Associate, Social Security Disability Associates

Associations

2020 - Present

Washington State Association for Justice

Member

2011 - Present

National Organization of Veterans' Advocates

Attorney Member

2010 - Present

National Consumer Law Center

Attorney Member

2007 - Present

Pierce County Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Seattle King County Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Lawyer Referral Committee

Attorney Member

2003 - Present

National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives

Sustaining Member

2001 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Garcia v. Island County

Case settlement of $2,750,000

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Education

1999

University of North Dakota School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

University of Minnesota, Duluth

BFA

Speaking Engagements

2016

Social Security Disability: Best Practices and Overview of Procedure

SSDI & SSI: An Overview of the Programs

2015

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Washington State Convention

Navigating the World of Public Benefits Programs SSI, SSDI, Medicaid, and Medicare

2012

Stroke Survivor's Rehabilitation Forum

Medical Listings for Social Security Disability and Satisfying Disability After a CVA

2011

Pike Market Clinic Staff Meeting

Perfecting Chart Notes; The Practitioner’s Objective Observations vs. the Patient’s Subjective Reports

N/A

WMCMA Monthly Meeting

Navigating the Social Security Labyrinth; A How to Guide to Assist Your Patients

Languages

Spanish

English

Russian

Ukrainian

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