David Phillip Oliver

David Phillip Oliver

4.8
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 37 years

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

2608 South 47th St., Suite "C", Tacoma, WA

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Social Security & Disability 100%

Social Security Disability Law, representing the physically and mentally impaired who are unable to engage full time employment due their medical and mental health conditions.

39 years | 8,000 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

25%-25%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 31 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 28 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1997

Retired

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 37 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1988

Resigned Membership

No misconduct found

Location

David Oliver & Associates

2608 South 47th St., Suite "C", Tacoma, WA, 98409

David Oliver & Associates

1001 4th Avenue Plaza, Suite 3200, Seattle, WA, 98154

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David Phillip Oliver's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 16 reviews | Social Security Disability

Posted by Violetta | January 02, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Handled (and won) a complicated case

I was under 40 when I became disabled, which is already a factor against me. The medical notes and recording on my case were terrible. Doctors wrote the bare minimum and it was hard to convey the extent of my illness. Mr. Oliver worked with me to help advocate for myself better and ultimately he repr...esented me in court - and won. No matter how stressful the process got, and stressful it was, I always felt like I was in good hands.

Posted by Jason | November 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Good Choice

I had heard alot of horror stories, about social security lawyers, that didn’t talk to clients, or cancelled at the last minute, leaving them searching for last minute counsel. This was definately not the issue with Mr. Oliver. He had Several meetings and talks with me, that were over an hour each.... He listened and made questionnaires for my doctors, that helped me get what I needed to prove my Disability. His assistant was very helpful when he was not directly available. he kept things real, and gave me direction, wen I asked. In my hearing, the judge only asked state one question, and that was to clarify what something was, not if they thought I could work, which means he did a good job at questioning me on all subjects.

Posted by adrianne | August 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

he won my case

i had my social security case going on for years and David Oliver helped me win it he even stayed as being my attorney when i moved almost 3 hours away

Posted by Jason | April 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

I had little faith, he believed.

I was denied SSDI benefits a few times before I talked to David. He was recommend to me by a fellow Veteran. I would recommend David Oliver. Why 5 stars? The first time I talked to David was over the phone. He heard my case, and said he believed I had a legitimate case. He told me what I could ex...pect, and it was almost exactly as he predicted. We won the case. Every time I called and talked with him (or his staff) or had an in office appointment he always took the time to make sure all my questions were answered. Honestly I felt I was wasting my time and that I was not going to get approved for SSDI. However with Mr. Oliver's payment policy you only pay if you win I figured I had nothing to lose. Now I plan to hire him again for my VA benefits to improve my VA Disability Rating. Semper Fi J

Posted by Kyle | February 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Hands down, recommended.

Reliable, bluntly honest, supportive and strong. He sought to understand my disability and situation by going after all my medical documents, which was no easy task. He supported me when I thought about giving up my case. He was reliable when he studied and organized and put together a very compellin...g case. The best of all, he won’t hesitate to bring up any inconsistencies that might hinder a case and to make sure every piece is put together to win your case! If you’re looking for a disability lawyer, I absolutely recommend David.

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David Phillip Oliver's Lawyer Endorsements

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Peter Friedman

Administrative law lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David Oliver is the go to guy for Social Security cases. Experienced, caring, hard hitting."

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Kyle Netterfield

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have been very impressed with David's care for his clients and the attention he is willing to give to each matter. David is sharp, responsive and dedicated to excellent results for every client. I strongly endorse David Oliver."

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2006 - 2011

Owner/Attorney, Halpern & Oliver, PLLC

2001 - 2006

Associate, Elie Halpern & Associates

1996 - 2001

Clinical Instructor, Harvard Law School

1994 - 1996

Associate, Elie Halpern & Associates

1992 - 1994

Associate, Law Offices of Dale L. Buchanan

1990 - 1992

Assistant District Attorney, State of Georgia

1987 - 1990

Associate, Moore & Rogers

Associations

2015 - Present

Elizabeth Gregory Home

Advisory Council Member

2015 - Present

Elizabeth Gregory Home

Adviser to homeless women regarding Soc. Security Disability/SSI

1994 - Present

National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives

Sustaining Member

Sample of Legal Cases

HATCHER v. THE STATE.

The death penalty was overturned

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Education

1987

Mercer University - Walter F. George School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

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