Michael E. Bloom

Michael E. Bloom, Esq.

 

Education

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The University of Akron School of Law, Juris Doctor, summa cum laude, 2008

• Graduated 2nd Overall in Law School Class

• Assistant Editor, Akron Law Review, 2007-2008

• Judicial Extern, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, 2006

• Ernest Karam Award for Academic Excellence, 2005

• CALI Excellence for the Future Awards: Business Law, Criminal Law, Civil Procedure I & II, Contracts II, Legal Writing, Local Government Law, Professional Responsibility, Property II, and Wills/Trusts/Estates  

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Kent State University, Bachelor of Business Administration, summa cum laude, 2003

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​Speaking Engagements & Publications

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"Veterans, Service Animals, and Disability," Columbus Bar Association, Columbus, Ohio (February 23, 2018)

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"Social Security Disability: From Start to Finish," 2-Day Practical Course, National Business Institute, Cleveland, Ohio (December 6, 2016)

 

"Social Security Disability: Procedural Background, Claim Evaluation Basics with Advanced Q&A, and a Peek Behind the ODAR Curtain," Continuing Legal Education Seminar, Kent State University Tuscarawas (October 30, 2015)

 

"Asperger's Disorder, High-Functioning Autism, and Guardianship in Ohio," 42 Akron L. Rev. 955 (2009)  

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​Honors & Awards

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2016-2023 "10 Best Social Security & Disability Law Attorneys in Ohio," American Institute of Legal Counsel

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2019-2023 "Top 10" Attorney for Social Security and Disability in Ohio, American Jurist Institute

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2016-2018 Ohio & Kentucky Super Lawyers Magazine - Rising Star in Social Security Disability Law

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2012 Social Security Administration Recognition of Contribution Award

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2011 & 2012 Social Security Administration Commendable Service Award

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2010 Outstanding Alumni Publication Award, University of Akron School of Law Alumni Association​

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2008 Scribes - The American Society of Legal Writers - Award

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Bar Admissions & Professional Affiliations

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National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives, 2015

• Sustaining Member

 

Department of Veterans Affairs Accredited Attorney, 2013 to 2018 

 

Ohio State Bar Association Member, 2013  

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U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio, 2012

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Trumbull County Bar Association Member, 2012 

• Former Certified Grievance Committee Chairman

 

State of Ohio, 2008 - Scored in the Top 1% on the Ohio Bar Exam (out of over 1,200 applicants)

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Community Involvement​

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Coleman Professional Services, Trumbull Advisory Council Member, 2018 to 2020

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Valley Counseling Services, Advisory Committee Member, 2015 to 2018

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City of Girard, Ohio, Municipal Prosecutor, 2014 to 2017

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Champion Township, Ohio, Zoning Commission, 2014 to 2021

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Champion Township, Ohio, Board of Zoning Appeals, 2021 to Present

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Rotary Club of Champion, Ohio, 2013

 

Military Veteran

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U.S. Army Reserves, Judge Advocate Officer

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Ohio Army National Guard, Judge Advocate Officer

 

United States Navy, Hospital Corpsman (Fleet Marine Force)