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
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  • Credit Card

Awards

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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

Showing 111 - 115 of 121 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Amatista | February 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

COMPLETE SUCCESS!!

John Paul Gustad reached out to me after I filed a claim for disability and had been denied twice and I requested legal help through the state. Although he was not the only attorney to contact me, he was the one who took real time to talk with me and get to know my situation. He asked intuitive quest...ions and answered MY questions because HE CARED! This is a lengthy process from requesting a hearing to getting a hearing date scheduled, but once the time came, when we walked into the conference/courtroom, I had complete confidence that Mr. Gustad had prepared everything necessary, and had put together a winning argument in favor of my claim. The judge was absolutely pursuaded to find in my favor, and to overturn the two previous denials, without the need for further evaluation or testimony from any other professional. In fact, the judge expressed that Mr. Gustad had prepared my case so well that he only had 3 very easy questions for me, rather than the typical barrage of questions he has for people filing for Disability. Mr. Gustad and his team worked diligently to ensure that my file was complete and up-to-date, and they treated me with compassion. I am extremely thankful for all of their help and for the tremendous burden of stress and anxiety that was alleviated due to their outstanding efforts, and I am extremely relieved that they were able to help me achieve a successful outcome for my claim. Without a doubt, it is my recommendation that John-Paul Gustad be the FIRST choice for personal injury and disability claims. I only wish I'd known about him when I was first injured.

Posted by Elizabeth | January 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Angel in a suit, truly amazing lawyers!

Truly amazing! I have fought with VA since 1997 with very little success. John-Paul and Maren, one of their lawyers applied to VA for me in Mar 2016 and I had the best outcome I could ever ask for from VA in Dec 2016! Angela, one of their assistants was a angel through out the process. I am not a... easy person to help as I do not want to meet in person and wanted them to do as much of the work as possible for me, believe me they went above and beyond to help me! I am still working with them for Social Security. If anything else comes up in the future or if my best friend asked me who to use, I would say call, Gustad Law Group!!! I am very blessed and grateful that this law group was recommended to me by a dear friend. Thank you John-Paul for accepting me as a client!

Posted by Betsy | October 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Disability claim

The Gustad Law Group represented our daughter in her disability claims. This was a three-year process. Throughout the whole time they were professional, responsive, competent and caring. They explained the process to us and answered all our questions promptly. We were represented by Mr. Gustad. Due t...o his years of experience, thorough knowledge of Social Security processes and regulations, and diligent caring persistence, he was able to get us the maximum disability benefits to which our daughter is entitled, which we could not have done ourselves. I highly recommend the Gustad Law Group.

Posted by CherieBeale | August 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Excellent service from an A+ attorney

Mr Gustad and his staff are very professional and people oriented. they handled my disability case even though it was complicated and far from a sure win. It took 5 years yet they stood by me and were always there for me. i cannot recommend him highly enough . thank you Mr Gustad !

Posted by Al | September 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Boeing medical layoff due to chemical sensitivity.

Mr Gustad and his staff helped me with initially obtaining SSDI benefits and later a retroactive SSDI award of about $30,000 after his fees. I worked for the Boeing company for about 22 years as a composites repair technician. I repaired aircraft parts for 747, 767, 777 and the latest 787 Aircraft. ... During my course of work, I was exposed to various solvent fumes, chemicals and composites repair/bonding cure fumes. This is new technology. In the latter years of my employment with Boeing, I developed severe headaches, dizziness, chronic sinus infections, and a few other medical issues. I was later diagnosed through MRI scans as having temporal lobe sclerosis. Most likely from epileptic seizures probably caused by MCS, Multiple chemical sensitivity('s). 2 independent psychologist reviewed my work and medical records, Including EEG and MRI from 2 Neurologist,s One physiologists professional "opinions" that my condition most likely resulted from daily chemical fume exposure during my work at Boeing. Another independent psychologist hired by SSDI performed 2 days of mental tests an in her final notes commented my future prognosis was poor. My treating neurologist performed several tests and made a diagnosis that overall my neurological condition is severe. Mr Gustad represented me at a SSDI Administrative Law Judge hearing, He provided records and other information from my medical history to support my disability indeed did occurred back in 2010 when I was medically laid off by Boeing. He presented an excellent case to the ALJ that I qualified for full "Retroactive" SSDI benefits. After the ALJ hearing and review, The ALJ later awarded $30,000 in retroactive SSDI benefits. I have to say, Mr Gustad and his staff did excellent work representing my disability. Al B (Gary).

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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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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

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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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