Business Details
Your Trusted Disability Claims Legal Team in Toledo
Roose Ressler & Green has dedicated over four decades to advocating for Northern Ohioans seeking Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income benefits. Our team of experienced attorneys specializes in navigating the complexities of disability claims, offering personalized guidance from initial applications through appeals and hearings. We prioritize understanding each client's unique circumstances, collaborating with local physicians and leveraging deep familiarity with regional judges to build compelling cases.With offices in Toledo, Lorain, and Wooster, we provide accessible, compassionate representation, ensuring clients meet critical deadlines and submit thorough documentation. Our proven track record demonstrates a commitment to securing maximum benefits for clients, operating on a contingency basis to align our success with yours. This approach, combined with multilingual support and free initial consultations, underscores our mission to make disability benefits accessible to those in need.
Services
Social Security Disability Claims
Supplemental Security Income
Disability Claims Appeals
Legal Representation
Case Evaluation
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialized disability claims experience in Northern Ohio
- Our local expertise includes working relationships with regional physicians and judges
- We handle complete case lifecycle from applications to federal court appeals
- Contingency fee structure means no payment unless we win your case
- Multilingual support available for English and Spanish-speaking clients
What people say
Reassuring, punctual, professional
Explain every step
Go above and beyond
Made process bearable
Kept informed throughout
Services
Social Security Disability Claims
We specialize in Social Security Disability Insurance (SSD) claims, helping clients prove eligibility based on work history and medical documentation. Our attorneys guide clients through application processes, ensuring proper submission of medical evidence and work history records. With deep understanding of SSD evaluation criteria, we build comprehensive cases to maximize approval chances during initial applications or subsequent appeals.
Supplemental Security Income
Our SSI claim specialists assist low-income individuals with disability-related financial needs. We help document financial status and medical conditions to meet strict eligibility requirements. Through meticulous case preparation and evidence gathering, we advocate for clients to secure these need-based benefits while ensuring compliance with complex income and resource limitations.
Disability Claims Appeals
Handling denied disability claims, we manage complete appeals processes including reconsideration, hearings, and federal court litigation. Our team prepares compelling arguments, gathers additional evidence, and represents clients before administrative law judges. With extensive experience in appeals strategy, we significantly improve chances of overturning initial denial decisions through systematic case presentation.
Legal Representation
Our experienced attorneys provide comprehensive legal representation throughout all disability claim stages. From initial consultations to federal court appeals, we offer strategic guidance, document preparation, and courtroom advocacy. Our localized approach combines legal expertise with understanding of regional medical providers and judicial expectations to strengthen client cases through personalized representation.
Case Evaluation
We conduct thorough case evaluations to determine disability claim viability based on medical conditions, work history, and financial status. Our attorneys analyze documentation, identify evidentiary gaps, and recommend optimal claim strategies. This initial assessment helps clients understand their chances of approval and develop targeted approaches for both SSD and SSI applications before formal submission.
People
Jon Ressler
Attorney, Co-Principal
Jon Ressler brings decades of disability law experience to client representation, focusing on complex SSD and SSI claims. He continues the firm's legacy of advocacy established by its founders while maintaining commitment to personalized service and community-focused legal practice.
Alia E. Green
Attorney, Co-Principal
Alia E. Green specializes in disability claims litigation, offering expertise in medical documentation analysis and courtroom advocacy. She explains complex legal processes clearly to clients while developing strategic approaches for successful claim resolutions at all adjudication levels.
Melissa L. Kunder
Attorney
Melissa L. Kunder focuses on appeals and federal court disability cases, leveraging deep understanding of procedural requirements. She helps clients navigate post-denial processes, emphasizing thorough preparation and evidence development to strengthen cases for reconsideration hearings.
Jen Frost
Senior Case Manager
Jen Frost coordinates case logistics, ensuring timely submission of medical records and documentation. With extensive experience in disability claim administration, she serves as client liaison while maintaining case organization through all stages of the adjudication process.
Dolores Fuller
Case Manager
Dolores Fuller supports disability claims through detailed case management, focusing on client communication and evidence collection. She maintains case timelines, coordinates medical record requests, and assists attorneys with preparing comprehensive claim submissions.
Questions
What are the differences between SSD and SSI disability programs?
SSD eligibility depends on work history while SSI considers financial need. Both use the same medical disability standard but differ in benefit calculations and eligibility requirements.
How can a lawyer help with my disability claim?
An attorney ensures proper documentation, meets deadlines, represents you at hearings, and develops legal arguments to improve approval chances during initial applications or appeals.
What should I do if my disability claim gets denied?
File a reconsideration appeal within 60 days. Many legitimate claims require multiple appeals before approval, and our attorneys can help strengthen your case for reconsideration.
Do I need to attend Social Security's medical exam?
Yes, missing exams often leads to claim denials. These exams provide necessary medical information for decision-making, though rescheduling options exist for valid reasons.
How long does the disability process take?
Timelines vary based on case complexity, medical evidence availability, and administrative backlogs. Our team works to expedite processes while maintaining thorough case preparation.
What payment options are available for legal services?
We work on contingency basis - no fees unless we win your case. Initial consultations remain free with no obligation for case evaluation.
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