Join in our Advantages. - Pond Lehocky Giordano LLP
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Transcript of Join in our Advantages. - Pond Lehocky Giordano LLP
N A T I O N W I D E R E F E R R A L N E T W O R KS U M M E R 2 0 1 9
Join in our Advantages.
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W H O W E A R E
Founded by partners Samuel Pond, Jerry Lehocky, David Stern and Thomas Giordano Jr., our law firm opened its first office in Philadelphia with six attorneys and only 22 staff members. We now have more than 40 attorneys and over 200 staff members across the country.
W H Y W E C A R E
Behind each case there’s a person depending upon us for help. We never lose sight of this fact. It’s this knowledge that drives us to put the needs of your clients first, always.
W H A T W E P R A C T I C E
We can help your clients with workers’ compensation, Social Security disability, employment law and short- and long-term disability matters. We have trial lawyers dedicated to delivering exemplary litigation and trial techniques in representing your clients. Our law firm offers holistic service to your clients, ensuring that all their legal needs are met.
Adam GoldsteinVP/DIR. OF RELATIONSHIP DEV.
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I M P O R T A N T I N F O R M A T I O N
Building Our Network
It’s important to us to hear from you about what cases you need and any news you may want to share with our network. With more than 2,000 top partners in all 50 states, our referral network continues to get the best results nationwide.
N A T I O N W I D E R E A C H , P R O V E N R E S U LT S
Since opening our doors in 2010, we have referred 86,000 cases to partners in our network. Recently, we have stepped up our efforts to expand our referral network, resulting in more than 59,000 referrals over the last two years.
W H A T Y O U G E T
With our database of more than one million people, we quickly identify potential cases and reach out to prospective clients. Clients are matched with the most qualified partners within our referral network.
W H A T W E O F F E R
As a referral partner, you are set up with best-in-class legal technology—Litify. It will transform your firm into a more successful practice, automating referrals, intake, client management, marketing, documents, reporting and finance, all in a single, easy-to-use application. Our team trains you in this CRM application for high-performing results.
W H A T O T H E R S A R E S A Y I N G
“When we refer a case to Pond Lehocky, we do so for one reason: trust. Our clients trust us to make a recommendation when we can’t handle their case, and we trust Pond Lehocky to maximize our clients’ results. That trust has been established after years of referral results for our clients’ Social Security, workers’ compensation, employment and short- and long-term disability cases. The trial lawyers at Pond Lehocky are simply not willing to accept inadequate settlements for our clients.” - Jake Sternberger, Esq., Morgan & Morgan
Samuel H. Pond, Esq.M A N AG I N G PA R T N E R
Shawn LehockyC H I E F ST R AT E GY O F F I C E R
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I M P O R T A N T I N F O R M A T I O N
Referring Cases
One of Pond Lehocky’s top priorities is securing Social Security disability (SSD) and short- and long-term disability clients in return for personal injury or other needed cases. Here are some of the key qualifying questions to identify and refer SSD clients: • Are you between the ages of 49 and 65? YES
• Have you seen a doctor within the past 12 months? YES
• Have you paid taxes five out of the last 10 years? YES
• Are you currently working? NO (Or yes but making less than $1,220 per month)
• Are you currently represented for SSD? NO
• Are you currently receiving SSD benefits? NO
S S D E L I G I B I L I T Y
For clients to be eligible for SSD, they must meet the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) definition of disabled using a five-step process:
• Your client is out of work or earning less than $1,220 per month. • The medical condition(s) prevent your client from working and has lasted or is expected to last 12 months or result in death.
• The medical condition(s) meet the SSA’s requirements for that specific condition.
• Your client cannot perform the work done in the past.
• Your client cannot perform other types of work in the national economy.
LT D E L I G I B I L I T Y
Long-term disability (LTD) and short-term disability policies can either be offered by employers or purchased independently. They pay a portion of salary to policyholders who become disabled and are no longer able to work. We can assist clients who have short- and long-term disability policies and:
• Have had their claims denied. • Have had their benefits terminated.
• Have had their claims wrongfully delayed.
• Are no longer receiving benefits.
• Have received a low and unfair settlement.
A W O R D F R O M O U R R E F E R R A L P A R T N E R
Adam S. Malamut, ESQ. “I’ve had a referral relationship with Pond Lehocky Stern Giordano for several years. In addition to the opportunity to assist in serving each other’s clients, Pond Lehocky Stern Giordano made favorable introductions through their other referral partners, which allowed my firm to expand its referral network. Then, concerned about managing our rapid growth, Sam Pond and Shawn Lehocky introduced me to the team at Litify. Since, we have successfully sent and tracked more than 600 outbound referrals and close to the same number of incoming referrals. Our ability to manage business analytics has never been as easy or comprehensive. When Sam Pond told me he was interested in us growing together, he meant it. Their support and partnership have been integral to Malamut & Associates steady growth since 2014.”
The referral partnership with Pond Lehocky has been beneficial for both firms. Malamut & Associates has proven to be one of the most successful firms at signing up clients referred to them by the Pond Lehocky network, as shown below.
A D A M S . M A L A M U T, E S Q .Founded in 2001, Malamut & Asso-ciates, seeks to offer individuals and businesses a high quality and client friendly law practice experience. The firm is based in NJ and represents clients in personal injury, medical malpractice, workers’ compensation, family law and criminal defense matters.
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R E F E R R A L P A R T N E R E V E N T
Mass Torts Made PerfectIt was great seeing our referral partners at the Mass Torts Made Perfect Spring Conference in Las Vegas. We hope you had a chance to stop by our booth, go to our Night in Havana cocktail party or attend the Social Security Disability—A Key Tool for Serving Mass Tort Clients session we presented. We’re looking forward to the next conference in the fall and hope to see you there.
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T H E T E A M B E H I N D Y O U
Meet Your Account Managers
The account managers are responsible for maintaining, growing and building relationships with our referral partners. They are your main points of contact with the firm and are here to accept requests for the kind of cases you need. They are also here to provide information about the legal services the firm offers and answer any questions you may have about our network. In addition, they can help teach you to use and navigate Litify.
B R E N D A N C O X
Brendan has been with Pond Lehocky for years. In addition to serving as an account manager for our referral partners, he is also the firm’s labor union liaison. A native Philadelphian, Brendan attended school in South Carolina, where he studied exercise and sports science. He can be reached at [email protected].
D E R E K L E H O C K Y
Derek is responsible for developing relationships with attorneys nationwide.Derek attended Thiel College, where he earned a degree in criminal justice. Prior to joining the firm, Derek worked at Litify. He can be reached at [email protected].
P A U L P A O L E T T I
Paul has been with Pond Lehocky since it opened its doors in 2010. He is responsible for developing relationships with attorneys across the country, He can be reached at [email protected].
What We Do
W O R K E R S ’ C O M P E N S A T I O N
If your clients get hurt on the job, they are entitled to appropriate compensation for their injuries.
S O C I A L S E C U R I T Y D I S A B I L I T Y
If your clients’ injuries, illnesses or disabilities keep them from working, they may be entitled to Social Security disability benefits.
L O N G - T E R M D I S A B I L I T Y A N D S H O R T - T E R M D I S A B I L I T Y If your clients are disabled, unable to work and have short-term disability or long-term disability policies, they are entitled to receive benefits.
E M P L O Y M E N T L A W
If your clients have been wrongfully terminated, discriminated against at work or have other work-related issues, they are entitled to benefits.
