Focused Social Security Disability appeal counsel.

Attorney

Justin Goldstein, Esq.

Justin brings deep local roots and extensive federal litigation experience to his Social Security Disability practice. Born and raised in Syracuse, New York, Justin earned his undergraduate degree from Syracuse University before pursuing his legal education at Gonzaga University College of Law, where he graduated in 2008. He further specialized his expertise by earning an LLM in Health Law and Policy from Seton Hall University College of Law in 2010.

With over 15 years of experience devoted exclusively to Social Security Disability Law, Justin has built an impressive track record advocating for disabled claimants. He has represented clients at more than 2,000 administrative hearings and has taken over 1,500 cases to the US District Court level on appeal. His current practice focuses primarily on US District Court appeals of Social Security denials following an Appeals Council denial.

• Education Syracuse University; Gonzaga University College of Law; LLM in Health Law and Policy from Seton Hall University College of Law.
• Federal admissions Northern, Southern, Eastern, and Western Districts of New York; Northern District of Ohio; and the Second Circuit Court of Appeals.
• Federal experience Successful work in multiple federal jurisdictions, including a Second Circuit victory in Degraff v. Commissioner of Social Security (20-2945-cv). His federal practice extends nationwide, having successfully argued cases in the Northern District of Georgia, District of Arizona, Southern District of Ohio, District of Minnesota, District of Connecticut, District of Vermont, and Western District of Pennsylvania.
• Professional engagement Active member of the Association of Community Rehabilitation Disability (ACRD) and the Monroe County Bar Association. He has attended more than 10 National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives (NOSSCR) conferences to enhance his knowledge and advocacy skills.
• Personal When not advocating for his clients, Justin enjoys spending time with his wife of 10 years and their two active boys, ages 6 and 8. The family stays busy with Cub Scouts activities, soccer, bike rides, and fishing. A devoted Syracuse sports fan, Justin has been a multi-year season ticket holder for Syracuse football, maintaining his strong connection to his hometown community.

Paralegal support

Kerry Goldstein

Kerry earned her undergraduate degree in Elementary Education from University at Buffalo in 2007. While initially pursuing a career in education, she discovered a strong passion for the legal field and for helping individuals navigate difficult life challenges. Motivated by that calling, she continued her professional training and obtained her Paralegal Certification from University at Buffalo in 2009.

Born and raised in Penfield, Kerry has dedicated nearly 16 years exclusively to the field of Social Security Disability law. She is known for her compassionate approach, attention to detail, and commitment to guiding clients through the disability process with professionalism, empathy, and care. Kerry values building meaningful, lasting relationships with clients and takes pride in helping them feel supported every step of the way.

Outside of the office, Kerry is a proud mother of two energetic boys, ages 6 and 8. In her free time, she enjoys reading, puzzles, traveling, and cheering on Syracuse Orange alongside her husband, Justin.