No Photo

Joni Marie Derifield

5.0
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 22 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at Poulsbo, WA
Practice Areas: Social Security

PO Box 1459, Poulsbo, WA

About Joni

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-25%


Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.

search module image

Search our directory

Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.

chat module image

Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.

Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.

Chat with

Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 22 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Joni Marie Derifield

PO Box 1459, Poulsbo, WA, 98370

Ad

Transform legal challenges into solutions.

Connect now to review your situation.

The Avvo Rating explained

display-bg

The Avvo Rating explained

Joni Marie Derifield's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

Filter Avvo Reviews (13) Refine reviews to match your needs. Use the filters to quickly surface reviews that align with your case or priorities.

Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Jennifer Manlowe | November 26, 2017

Joni is both gracious and frank

Joni and I met at my house to discuss options before I would hire her. She wanted me to know the details of what she needed and what to expect in court. I found her to be extremely knowledgeable and straightforward.

Posted by Niki | December 03, 2013 | Social Security Disability

Review of Attorney Joni Marie Derifield

I was diagnosed with leukemia and as a result, I am unable to work. Hence, I had to add the process of filing for disability to my list of urgent to do's. I first tried to file for disability on my own prior to contacting Ms. Derifield; however, after reading the paperwork, I realized the process w...as just too daunting. So, it immediately became clear that the quickest and best route for me to take would be to contact an attorney, which I did - Joni Derifield. Her diligence and knowledge made me 100% confidence in her ability to handle my case. Now, only several months later, because of Ms. Derifield, I am receiving my much needed SSDI checks that make it possible for me to avoid debt during this difficult time. I highly recommend Attorney Joni Derifield and would certainly suggest you contact her for your legal needs.

Posted by anonymous | August 13, 2011 | Social Security

Finally awarded SS after 18 long years

Filed for SS benefits and fought them for 18 long years. Hired Joni and within 8 months were in front of a SS judge in Seattle...we won our case...we could never have done it without Joni,she knew the laws and presented our case flawlessly...my husband passed away less than a year later and without t...hat award and widows benefit-I would be in serious trouble today. I wish we could have addressed this claim years earlier with Joni representing us...the days of representing yourself are over and SS has attorneys fighting to keep you from winning...you need agressive representation...I highly recommend Joni...............Linda Leonard

See All Client Reviews

Joni Marie Derifield's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Joni
Angela Maria Michael headshot
Angela Michael

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of knowing Joni on many different fronts, as coworker, fellow student and friend. Joni is kind and compassionate, with a strong attention for details. Her experience with the Social Security Administration and as a solo practitioner is invaluable and makes her one of the best in her area of practice."

Ronald D. Richmond headshot
Ronald Richmond

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joni provides outstanding representation for Social Security Disability applicants. I have sent clients and friends to her, and have always been pleased with her knowledge and understanding of the law and how to use it."

Ann Williams Cook headshot
Ann Cook

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer as she is compassionate and takes time with clients, returns phone calls, and knows what questions to ask in a hearing."

Edgar I Hall headshot
Edgar Hall

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Derifield is an excellent attorney that I can endorse with confidence and would readily refer a client or friend to handle their legal matters. Moreover, Joni has a great touch with people and always leaves a positive impression."

View All Endorsements
Angela Maria Michael headshot
Angela Michael

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Ronald D. Richmond headshot
Ronald Richmond

Estate planning lawyer

Brittany Arnold headshot
Brittany Arnold

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Edgar I Hall headshot
Edgar Hall

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Attorney, Derifield Law Office, P.S.

2008 - 2009

Attorney, Law Offices of Ann W. Cook

2004 - 2008

Attorney, Social Security Administration, Office of Disability Adjudication and Review

2003 - 2004

Conflicts Analyst, Perkins Coie LLP

2002 - 2003

Legal Intern, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the General Counsel

Associations

2013 - Present

Kitsap Legal Services

Volunteer Attorney

2009 - Present

King County Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Kitsap County Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Northwest Justice Project

Attorney, Contract Attorney Program

2009 - Present

Member

Kitsap County Young Lawyers

2008 - Present

National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives (NOSSCR)

Member

2003 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Education

2003

Seattle University School of Law

Juris Doctor (cum laude)

1999

Central Washington University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

University of California, Los Angeles

Speaking Engagements

2015

April 2015 meeting, Kitsap County Guardians

Social Security Disability Programs

2014

May 2014 meeting, Kitsap County Young Lawyers

Social Security Disability Programs

2013

October 2013 board meeting, Arms Around Bainbridge

Social Security Disability Programs

Languages

English

Avvo Rating

Our Rating is calculated using information the lawyer has included on their profile in addition to the information we collect from state bar associations and other organizations that license legal professionals. Attorneys who claim their profiles and provide Avvo with more information tend to have a higher rating than those who do not.

What determines Avvo Rating?
  • Experience & background Years licensed, work experience, education
  • Legal community recognition Peer endorsements, associations, awards
  • Legal thought leadership Publications, speaking engagements
  • Discipline Disciplinary information may not be comprehensive, or updated. We recommend that you always check a lawyer's disciplinary status with their respective state bar association before hiring them.
Avvo Rating Levels
10.0 - 9.0 Superb8.9 - 8.0 Excellent7.9 - 7.0 Very Good6.9 - 6.0 Good5.9 - 5.0 Average4.9 - 4.0 Concern3.9 - 3.0 Caution2.9 - 2.0 Strong Caution1.9 - 1.0 Extreme Caution