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McDonald & McDonald - ERISA Long Term Disability Insurance Attorneys

5.0

21:58 18 Apr 22

Outstanding representation from start to finish on both long-term disability and SSDI! These past 3 years have been the... most difficult in my life but Joe’s perseverance gave me the confidence to make it through. My case was complex, but he carefully studied my illness to produce winning results. His paralegal, Katie, is so friendly and knowledgeable. Thank you both so much for your hard work and late nights. I will never forget it.read more

13:29 29 Dec 21

I don't know where to begin with this phenomenal law office. I was having some issues with my long term disability... and needed to find an ERISA Attorney. At the time I didn't know what that was or where to begin. I found this office online read the reviews and I knew I wanted them to represent me.Attorney Joe McDonald and his staff explained the process and executed it. Every phone call was answered or returned, and emails were responded to in a timely matter, I never felt like I was a bother to this team. The ultimate goal was to get me reinstated or compensated for my case and they were successful.We have one more obstacle and I am confident this office will do everything they can to achieve this goal. Thank you Joe, Katie and anyone else who works for this office.read more

07:17 20 Oct 21

I would highly recommend McDonald and McDonald to anyone! It was my husband who was applying for disability income. He... received it on the first try so he did not need to go to court. My husband had several phone calls with Joe and his kindness, responsiveness and knowledge were extremely helpful during the days of waiting for the disability application to be approved. After reviewing my husbands MRI's, Joe was more concerned with his upper spine then his lower spine and Joe was right. Four doctors never saw what Joe did until my husband asked one of them, then after another MRI it was acknowledge that his upper spine was worse then the lower. You won't go wrong with McDonald and McDonald.read more

23:02 24 Jun 21

Joe McDonald, my attorney and Katie Witzel, my paralegal, were both beyond amazing!! They went above and beyond for me... and didn't stop until justice was served!I would absolutely recommend this legal firm to anyone who needs an amazing legal team!I will be forever grateful!A Smithread more

15:34 07 Mar 21

Joe and Katy were fantastic. Joe explained all the details of how he would create the case, a probable time-line, and... gave me legitimate expectations for what could go right or wrong. He was very responsive and frequently called with updates. He and his team are very professional and fantastic at what they do. I highly recommend them. They are a knowledgeable law firm that will do their best to achieve the best outcome for your case.read more

22:52 03 Nov 20

I feel blessed to have found such a wonderful law firm. I was so overwhelmed and lost with what was happening to me and... did not know what to do and I found McDonald & McDonald online and I felt it was a wonderful sign.Joe called me for a consultation and his expertise and knowledge made me calm down and I felt hopeful that I had someone on my side. He is so caring and reassuring and I could feel that he loved helping people and is awesome at being a lawyer.His assistant Katie is a hard worker and very caring and compassionate. They are very good at keeping you updated on everything that is going on. I live in Illinois and even though they are in Ohio I always felt like they were just down the street. They treat you like family and not just another client and they believe in you and will fight for you with everything they have!!I would recommend them 100% and I am so lucky to have them on my side.read more

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22:18 03 Nov 20

Katie and Joe kept me in the loop the entire process. They kept me informed of everything that was possible and what... they would do next if this scenario happened. I couldn’t have been happier with their service and communication.read more

15:50 18 Jun 20

I would like to thank Joe McDonald and his paralegal Katie Wetzel for their legal assistance in overturning my wife's... long term disability insurance denial. Their thoroughness, patience and professionalism means a lot to us and I would highly recommend their firm to anyone who might be experiencing similar difficulties. And they provided their assistance and legal expertise at reasonable cost. Thank you both for all you help!!! We could not have done it without you.read more

04:57 15 Jun 20

I was so fortunate to find Joe McDonald, from my very first consultation he shared his vast professional experience... that gave me the confidence I made the right choice with McDonald & McDonald. Katie could not have been any better to communicate the updates and share information on the details of my case. They are an amazing team that delivers winning results, I could not have been more pleased with their services.read more

19:32 08 Feb 19

I absolutely 100% recommend Joe McDonald. His knowledge of ERISA law is vast. He is patient and is always accommodating... to explain terms and processes. I am extremely happy I had Joe on my side when going up against the insurance company for Long Term Disability benefits. Katie is the best. I was always able to reach out to her via phone or email and her response time was tremendous. With Joe and Katie I was put to ease with any question or concern I had. I never felt there wasn't a question or concern I could express. This team will fight for YOU no matter how long or hard the fight is, they are on your side. They are friendly and honest and when you are dealing with something that is debilitating, friendly and honest is comforting. I was so satisfied with this team from the moment I stepped into the office for my first consultation.read more

15:28 18 May 18

Joe & Katie were absolutely fantastic in supporting me through a very trying & arduous process with both my Social... Security& Long Term Disability Claim. I never had to worry about being on top of any of the necessary documents or deadlines-they were always one step ahead!! Joe was an absolute professional - incredibly intelligent & knowledgeable about a lesser known health condition / all which helped my case for benefits. I could have never gotten as far along as I did, had it not been for Joe & his team - highly recommended!!!read more

“It was my good fortune to have had Joe McDonald work on my behalf for my disability case. Joe took the time to understand my situation, condition, and had the courage to stand up to big insurance companies. He is one of the most intelligent and talented people that I have ever met and has a phenomenal team (Katie). He literally saved my life. Not only was Joe able to secure a victory in a virtual landmark decision, but I was fortunate to have gained a true friend through all this. You need to hire McDonald & McDonald for your disability case. Now. They are the best.”

- Doug Strott, Long Term Disability

“…they came highly recommended. They kept in constant contact, kept me informed – kept in touch, and they treated me like gold…..from their staff on down, and I mean that sincerely. I would never hesitate to recommend them!”

- S. Harris, Long term disability client

"They were very cordial and upfront with all information. They always kept me updated on my case, and I really appreciated that"

- B. Fisher, Short term disability client

"Want someone who will take their time and listen diligently and not just rush you through? Then you need to contact Joe McDonald. Mine was a case of proving what exactly my job description was and he did that without fail against one the largest insurance company, Hartford Life. He fought my case in a timely manner and I received what was due to me. Thank You Joe McDonald.Nobody could have done a better job. Appreciate the hard work!!!!!!!!!!!!"

- Sue Calhoun, Long term disability client

"Can't say enough about Mr. McDonald and his staff’s relentless effort and tenacity to fight for my disability benefits."

- Sam Niswonger, Long Term Disability

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