Practice Area Overview
Federal SSI and SSDI Law
We are a client-centered law firm. At the Newark and Manhattan law offices of Josephine Gottesman, when we take a client's case, we work with that client through every stage of the proceeding. We understand matters unique to our clients and we help foster understanding of the law.
Attorney Josephine Gottesman is easy to talk to; our accessible firm strives to get to know you and answer your questions, whenever they arise. We are knowledgeable about a wide variety of legal issues. Working in both administrative proceedings and Federal court, we handle all aspects or our clients' cases.
- SSI Claims: Supplemental Security Income was created to assist older, blind, or disabled people who have little or no income meet their basic needs for food, clothing, and shelter. If you need assistance applying for SSI, or if you have already been turned down, working with our office can help you get the benefits you need.
- SSDI Claims: Social Security Disability Insurance pays benefits to qualifying individuals who experience a disability and are unable to work. We have 16 years of experience assisting people with Social Security disability claims. Contact the law office of Josephine Gottesman to learn more.
- Long-Term Disability Benefits: If your insurance provider has denied your long-term disability claim, working with a lawyer can help you get the benefits you need. Attorney Josephine Gottesman can work with you through your provider's appeal procedure and will fight for you in Federal court if necessary.
- Disability Discrimination: If you have been harassed or discriminated against by your employer, or if your employer has refused to accommodate you, contacting Ms. Gottesman as soon as possible can help you learn your rights and build a strong case.
- New York Matrimonial Law - In NY only, our firm handles contested and uncontested divorces, Family Court proceedings, issues involving child support, child custody, visitation, and other related matters. We also handle divorce mediation.
Attorney Josephine Gottesman also handles related issues involving employment, severance packages and employment contracts, and health and healthcare law. We have significant experience with the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), which sets government standards for pension and health plans. We can address your concerns and provide you with information. Our firm provides counsel for administrative hearings and representation in Federal court.
Contact the Newark and Manhattan law offices of Josephine Gottesman, Attorney at Law, for a confidential consultation. Call us toll free at 1-888-375-3060.