5 of the Best OPM Disability Retirement Attorneys in San Diego

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Dan has dedicated his career to federal employee compensation law after a brief stint in the entertainment industry. He currently serves as the President of the FECA Law and Advocacy Group and holds a leadership role in the Workers Injury Law and Advocacy Group (WILG) following their merger. In these roles, Dan works closely with the National Office at OWCP to improve the FECA process for all parties involved. He is also a respected speaker on various topics related to federal compensation, including coordinating remedies between FECA, FERS/CSRS Disability Retirement, and other federal employee benefits, demonstrating his expertise and commitment to federal employee rights.

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Amanda Moreno serves as the Supervising Attorney at Pines Federal, bringing over a decade of experience in federal employment law. She is known for her exceptional litigation skills and ability to achieve favorable results for her clients in complex federal employment disputes. Amanda has a track record of success in EEO Hearings, MSPB Hearings, and Federal Employee Labor Arbitration Hearings, where she has recovered significant settlements. A Hofstra University School of Law graduate, Amanda’s career began in New York, where she gained valuable experience across state, appellate, and federal courts. Her leadership at Pines Federal, where she oversees a team of 18 attorneys, reflects her commitment to excellence and client-focused advocacy.

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Eric L. Pines is a nationally recognized federal employment lawyer, mediator, and attorney business coach with extensive experience representing federal employees. Serving as in-house counsel for over fifty thousand federal employees, he began his career as counsel for AFGE Local 1923, the largest federal union local in the world. Currently, he serves as Chief Counsel for AFGE 1923 and represents employees from FEMA, the Department of Defense, and Veterans Affairs unions. Pines has successfully litigated numerous employment and labor law cases, including a notable $16.5 million settlement for misclassified FEMA employees. He is particularly dedicated to advocating for disabled federal employees seeking reasonable accommodations and disability retirement.

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Elliott Andalman brings extensive experience and knowledge in representing federal employees and postal workers across the United States on claims for disability retirement. His legal support extends to various federal employment issues, including FMLA leave, reasonable accommodations, and defending against unwarranted disciplinary actions. His legal career is marked by significant affiliations and leadership roles, including the founding co-chair of the Maryland Association for Justice’s Section on Disability Benefits Law and a past chair of the American Association for Justice’s Section on Social Security Disability Benefits Law.

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Stephen Barszcz is a highly regarded attorney focused on securing OPM disability retirement, Social Security disability, and Federal Workers’ Compensation claims for clients across the United States. Initially starting his career representing government and insurance entities, Barszcz shifted his focus in the 1990s to advocate for individuals and families, driven by a personal and professional commitment to serve those wronged by bureaucratic systems. His extensive experience working with a network of doctors and medical specialists has equipped him with a deep understanding of medical procedures and treatments, which he effectively utilizes in his practice.

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Don Jorgensen is an experienced attorney in Social Security Disability and SSI law, with a practice rooted deeply in his early values of honesty and integrity. Raised in San Diego, California, and educated at Brigham Young University, he started his legal career in Texas where he became acutely aware of the challenges faced by disabled individuals dealing with the Social Security system. This inspired him to co-found a leading Social Security Disability Law practice in Southeast Texas. Eventually, Jorgensen founded his own firm, Jorgensen Law, with a dedicated team aimed at assisting clients overwhelmed by the complexities of Social Security claims.