Who We Are
At Disability Advocacy Group, LLC, we are committed to helping individuals secure disability benefits so they can focus on their health and well-being. We handle every stage of the process, from initial applications to federal court appeals, ensuring that our clients receive strong legal representation tailored to their needs.
We believe in a personalized, team-based approach—working closely with our clients to guide them through what can often be a complicated and overwhelming process.
“Once you become a client, I’ll be your go-to person throughout the process. As your Case Manager, I work closely with Social Security to facilitate appeals, coordinate with Maria to prepare for hearings and handle the critical task of obtaining medical records to support your case. I’m here to guide you, answer your questions, and make sure you’re fully prepared at every stage.”
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Maria Bermudez, founder and Managing Attorney of Disability Advocacy Group, has spent over a decade helping individuals secure disability benefits. She has successfully represented thousands of clients at every stage of the process, from initial applications to federal court appeals."
"Before founding Disability Advocacy Group, Maria worked as an Attorney Advisor for the federal government and gained experience in the disability law departments of two leading firms. She regularly speaks on disability law and legal practice management, with a focus on infrastructure and technology.
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📜 Bar Admissions:
U.S. Court of Appeals (Third Circuit)
U.S. District Courts in PA, NJ, & PR
Pennsylvania State Bar & New Jersey State Bar
🏆 Awards:
The Legal Intelligencer’s Diverse Attorneys of the Year
The Legal Intelligencer’s Lawyers on the Fast Track
🎓 Education:
Juris Doctor (JD): Delaware Law School, Wilmington, DE
Bachelor’s Degree: Rosemont College, Rosemont, PA
📜 Certifications:
Clio Grow & Manage Product Essentials
Foundations of Project Management
Harassment Prevention for Supervisors
Accounting & Financial Management
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Gibelly Salgado is the Case Manager at Disability Advocacy Group, ensuring that clients receive the support they need throughout the claims process. She is skilled in case management, legal technology, and bilingual communication, helping to streamline workflows while providing a personalized client experience.
She is currently completing her Bachelor’s in Business Engineering (Spring 2025) and specializes in legal workflow optimization to ensure efficient case management.
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Clio Grow & Clio Manage Product Essentials (Legal Technology Certified)
EFSET English Proficiency Certificate (C2 Level)
Bilingual (English & Spanish) – Professional Fluency
“As the Managing Attorney at Disability Advocacy Group, my role is to oversee every case we handle, from the initial evaluation through to the final decision. I focus on reviewing case evaluations to determine if we can take a case, representing clients in Administrative Law Judge hearings, and writing federal court briefs for appeals. My priority is making sure our clients get the strongest possible advocacy at every stage of the process.”