Galarraga & Duchette Disability Advocates

Galarraga & Duchette Disability Advocates operates out of Portland, Maine, with a singular focus on helping clients pursue Social Security and disability benefits. Their Yelp categories list only Disability Law and Social Security Law, which reflects a deliberate and concentrated practice rather than a general law firm approach. For claimants who want advocates who spend every working day on these specific types of cases, that kind of focus matters. The firm currently holds a perfect 5-star rating on Yelp based on client reviews, a strong signal of client satisfaction for a disability-focused practice in the Portland area. Their office at 59 Preble St puts them in the heart of Portland, making them accessible to residents across Cumberland County and surrounding communities in southern Maine. Whether a client is just beginning the application process or has already received a denial, Galarraga & Duchette is positioned to assist at multiple stages of a disability claim.

Galarraga & Duchette Disability Advocates helps clients at every stage of the Social Security disability process, from preparing and filing an initial application to representing claimants at hearings before an Administrative Law Judge. Because the firm focuses exclusively on disability and Social Security law, their approach is built around understanding what the Social Security Administration looks for in a successful claim, how to document medical conditions properly, and how to present a compelling case when an initial application has been denied.

When you contact Galarraga & Duchette Disability Advocates, you can generally expect an initial consultation to review the status of your claim, your medical history, and your work background. From there, the firm typically takes over communication with the Social Security Administration, gathers supporting medical evidence, and prepares you for any hearings that may be required. Most disability attorneys, including those at this firm, work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you owe no attorney fees unless your case is won, and those fees are subject to federal caps.

Galarraga & Duchette Disability Advocates serves clients in Portland, Maine, and throughout the surrounding communities of Cumberland County and southern Maine.