Andrea J. Burns, a seasoned attorney, commenced her academic journey by earning a bachelor's degree in public health from Johns Hopkins University in 1998. Subsequently, she pursued her legal education at Widener University School of Law, culminating in the attainment of her law degree in May 2003.
Embarking on her law career, Andrea commenced as a staff attorney at a non-profit firm. In this role, she exhibited a passion for social justice by successfully representing low-income clients in landlord-tenant disputes. Simultaneously, she demonstrated versatility by drafting wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. Andrea's commitment extended to providing healthcare advocacy for senior citizens and low-income families, offering invaluable assistance on matters related to Medicare, Medicaid, COBRA, and other healthcare programs.
In 2011, Andrea transitioned to a prominent personal injury, workers' compensation, and Social Security disability firm based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Here, she stood as a formidable advocate, representing thousands of clients at all levels of appeal for Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claims. Her proficiency was evident in conducting over 150 hearings before Administrative Law Judges, securing over $724,000 in back payments for her clients.
Following this impactful period, Andrea took on the role of a corporate compliance and development officer for a non-profit health center in Mobile, Alabama. In this capacity, she meticulously ensured adherence to policies and procedures in accordance with the Center's Standards of Conduct. Her responsibilities included collaborating with other departments to identify areas of risk and trends, ultimately developing action plans to resolve identified issues.
Before joining Pond Lehocky Disability, Andrea devoted her time as a volunteer attorney for a non-profit legal aid network in Mobile, Alabama. In this capacity, she represented SSI clients in court and undertook pro-bono work, showcasing her continued dedication to serving those in need. Andrea J. Burns brings a wealth of experience, versatility, and a steadfast commitment to advocacy to her role at Pond Lehocky Disability.
