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Timothy N. Tripp
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Timothy N. Tripp

4.7
55 reviews

810 Washington Street, Pella, IA 50219 + 1 location

Social Security Law and Disability

About Timothy N. Tripp

After graduating law school in 1989, I began my career as a lawyer working for the Social Security Administration in its Office of the General Counsel. I did my job well and learned volumes about the workings of Social Security Administration, however, I went to law school to help people who could not help themselves – the poor, the disadvantaged, those at the end of their rope. I left the Social Security Administration and moved to Iowa, where I have been representing disability claimants since 1996. I was appointed to the Board of Directors of NOSSCR–the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives–from 2010 – present.
Restoring Hope One by One. That is my goal in representing Social Security disability claimants here in Iowa. I pride myself on providing close, personal attention to all my clients at all stages of the administrative process. I take the time necessary to gather all the facts, assemble all the medical records, and carefully analyze your case. I will help you prepare for your hearing so you that can relax and give your best testimony. I won’t give up on your case. If necessary, I will pursue your appeal all the way to federal court.

 

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Timothy N. Tripp got this award in 2021

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Social Security
Posted by anonymous
September 01, 2015
Hired Attorney

Honest and thorough. Would highly recommend.

Social Security
Posted by anonymous
June 26, 2013
Hired Attorney

exceeded expectations

Social Security
Posted by anonymous
July 01, 2020
Hired Attorney

Mr Tipp and his staff are very confident and professional. This is a very long and stressful process. Be patient. Tripp P.C. thank you for helping me win my case. Sincerely Charles Neel

Social Security
Posted by anonymous
November 06, 2017
Hired Attorney

Very knowledgeable and definitely knows his field very well. Straight forward honest and very helpful, and accommodating.

Social Security
Posted by Kaitlyn
May 16, 2023
Hired Attorney

Worst experience working with this lawyer for over three years of appealing and finally losing in appeals court. For a case that should have won at initial application. Tripp law firm submitted about 5-8 of my records when I requested about 27 or more medical school and incarceration records that were never submitted for the judge to see. Which would have greatly impacted the alj decision. Long long waste of my time. Bringing much financial hardship to my small family. This law firm didn't care I was just a number to them. Not thorough at all. Do not hire them I do not recommend at all.

 
Social Security
Posted by anonymous
July 10, 2017
Hired Attorney

Was only contacted by him once during a 3 1/2 wait to see the alj. I tried to provide various records to support my case and was blown off by his secretary. He failed to collect many important records and I lost my case. When I lost I received a phone call from him and that's it. A month after I lost my case I was diagnosed with terminal cancer. I have to start all over again and re-file for my benefits with a different lawyer now knowing that I might be dead before I receive my benefits.

 
Real Estate
Posted by anonymous
July 13, 2010
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Areas of Law

  • Other 2
    • Social Security Law
    • Disability

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Attorney
    Firm Name
    Tripp, P.C.
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    –
    Becker v. Asrue, 2009 WL 5158639 (S.D. Iowa 2009) (medical improvement)
    –
    V
    er Molen v. Astrue, 2009 WL 1904402 (S.D. Iowa 2009) (law of the case
    –
    Torruella v. Astrue, 2008 WL 4371333 (S.D. Iowa 2008) (third party statements)
    –
    Wood ex rel. Wood v. Barnhard, 2007 WL 98354 (S.D. Iowa 2007) (medical improvement)
    –
    Downs v. Barnhart, 289 F. Supp. 2d 1072 (S.D. Iowa 2003) (SGA
    farming)
    –
    Roberts v. Barnhart, 283 F. Supp. 2d 1058 (S.D. Iowa 2003) (Obesity, SR 02-1p)
  • Pro Bono Services

    Participate in Iowa Legal Aid and Polk County Volunteer Lawyers Project (VLP).

  • Additional Links
    http://www.desmoinesdisability.com

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1990, New York
    1993, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
    1993, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
    1996, Iowa
    1997, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa
    1997, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa
    2002, U.S. Court of Appeals, 8th Circuit
    2006, U.S. Supreme Court
    Memberships
    National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (“NOSSCR”)
    American, Federal, NY State, Iowa State, Polk County Bar Associates
    Christian Legal Society
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Brooklyn Law School
    Class of 1989
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Gordon College
    Class of 1982

    University of Wisconsin-Madison
    Class of 1984
    B.A.
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1961
    Kalamazoo, Michigan, September 21, 1961

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810 Washington StreetPella, IA 50219U.S.A.

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500 E Court Ave, Suite 200Des Moines, IA 50309U.S.A.

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  • Is this attorney admitted to the bar in more than one state?
    Yes, Timothy N. Tripp is admitted to practice in Iowa and New York.
  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    Timothy N. Tripp is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit, United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York, United States District Court for the Northern District of Iowa, United States District Court for the Southern District of Iowa, United States District Court for the Southern District of New York and United States Supreme Court.
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    Yes, Timothy N. Tripp has a 4.4 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Yes, Timothy N. Tripp has a presence in Des Moines, IA.
  • What year was this attorney's law firm established?
    Tripp, P.C. was established in 2004.

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