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Gail A Spence

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Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 27 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at West Orange, NJ
Practice Areas: Social Security

West Orange, NJ

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Licensed in New Jersey for 27 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1998

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West Orange, NJ

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Posted by anonymous | March 14, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Law Office of Gail A Spence Saved My Life

I was in crisis when I contacted the Law Office of Gail A. Spence. I was represented by a company, assigned by my former employer. They dropped the ball. I was homeless, in and out of the hospital and my case was denied at least twice. Ms. Spence took control of the situation. Her diligence, legal ex...pertise and professionalism saved the day. She knows the Social Security Disability law – inside and out. My doctors would not comply with submitting my medical records, I was overwhelmed and unsure of the future, but every step of the way Ms. Spence and her team were there to reassure me and do the necessary work. She won my case and the money was life-altering. It helped me to get myself together. She really saved my life. I am grateful for Ms. Spence’s expertise, the attention to detail and most of all for Ms. Spence’s respectful attitude. I understood that I created some of the problems with my case. There was no judgment, just straight helpful advice. Thank you to the Law Office of Gail A. Spence. You made a difference in my life.

Posted by Carlos G | March 10, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

An attorney that cares and will walk you through every step of the way. Made me feel comfortable and hopeful, thank you!

I hired Ms. Spence on August 2025 after being denied twice and having trouble securing the right attorney. Ms. Spence went out of her way to make sure we had all the right details and documentation. She was very understanding of my situation and talked me through every step with incredible detail. I ...had my hearing in February 2026 and 3 days later I was approved. Ms. Spence literally changed the trajectory of my life for the better but I didn’t know what’d I do next. Now I do thanks to Ms. Spence. If you need an attorney that’s thoughtful, polite, and very thorough, Ms. Spence is the perfect attorney. I’m eternally grateful to her and her paralegal for their expertise. She was always there to answer the phone whenever I had concerns or questions and made me feel comfortable with my case with Ms. Spence as my attorney. Once again, Thank you!

Posted by Mitchell | December 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

The best disability attorney in NJ

Stupidly I applied for disability without an attorney and got rejected. After reading about how difficult it would be I was going to give up without appealing. I ended up searching for lawyers in the area and picked out two which had the best reviews. The first one I called took my name and said some...one would call back. I then called Ms. Spence's office and they heard my predicament and then said that Ms. Spence would be in touch. She called soon after and walked me through the whole process to get an appeal in. I can't say enough about Ms. Spence. She is a veteran of the system and no nonsense when it comes to getting things done. To make a long story short it took a few months but we ended up winning the appeal and in addition received funds for my minor child. From what I understand this could have taken another year but Ms. Spence's persistence was incredible and ultimately I started receiving my payments. I couldn't be more grateful to and recommend somebody to represent me more then Ms. Spence. Oh by the way, the first attorney I called, called me back 5 days later.

Posted by Jerry | October 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Best disability attorney and team

Ms. Spence represented me in my disability case. She is an honest and ethical attorney. She has always been there when I needed her. Her and her paralegal Mr. Calfani were very patient and supportive with my specific needs and concerns. They would check in with me often to make sure everything was go...ing smoothly. I am very grateful to have had the pleasure of having Ms. Spence and her team represent me and win my case. We highly recommend Ms. Spence and her team.

Posted by Rich | September 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Tireless Advocacy in Obtaining Social Security Disability Benefits

I recently had the privilege of assisting a friend with a disability in applying for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits, and secured the services of Gail A. Spence, Attorney at Law. Ms. Spence and her paralegal staff were truly outstanding in every aspect of their representation of my frie...nd. From our initial consultation, Ms. Spence exhibited remarkable patience in explaining the intricate SSDI application process. She meticulously guided us through each step, ensuring we understood the requirements and what to expect. Her thoughtful and compassionate advice provided immense comfort and clarity during what can often be a daunting experience. Throughout our interactions, Ms. Spence maintained an unwavering level of professionalism. She is a tireless advocate for her clients, consistently exhibiting a laser-like focus on her client's best interests. Her dedication and expertise were evident in every action she took. I wholeheartedly recommend Gail A. Spence to anyone in need of legal assistance in obtaining SSDI benefits. She is a credit to her profession.

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