by Michael E. Bloom, Esq.
Michael E. Bloom
Founder & Managing Attorney
Phone:
330-847-0723
Email:
Address:
5975 Mahoning Avenue NW
Warren, OH 44483
A Bit About Me
I am passionate about fighting for individuals with disabilities. As a Hospital Corpsman in the U.S. Navy, I treated sick and injured Sailors and Marines. In law school, I advocated for maintaining the personal autonomy of individuals with disabilities when I authored the law review article entitled "Asperger's Disorder, High-Functioning Autism, and Guardianship in Ohio." When I worked for the Social Security Administration, I reviewed and wrote hearing decisions on disability claims. That work allowed me to utilize my medical and disability law knowledge, but it did not allow me to advocate. In 2013, I left the SSA and started my own firm so that I could use my skills to fight for the disadvantaged.
I have served in the military in both enlisted and officer positions, in the U.S. Navy, Ohio Army National Guard, and U.S. Army Reserves. I have also served as a prosecutor, during which time I successfully argued several cases in front of Ohio's appellate courts, including The Supreme Court of Ohio. I reside in Ohio with my beautiful family, wife, two children and a dog named "Doc." We frequently visit the Allegheny Mountains to hike and occasionally float down the river.
Professional Qualifications
Education
Speaking Engagements & Publications
Honors & Awards
Bar Admissions & Professional Affiliations
Community Involvement
The University of Akron School of Law, Juris Doctor, summa cum laude, 2008
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Graduated 2nd Overall in Law School Class
Kent State University, Bachelor of Business Administration, summa cum laude, 2003
"Veterans, Service Animals, and Disability," Columbus Bar Association, Columbus, Ohio (February 23, 2018)
"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)
2016-2024 "10 Best Social Security & Disability Law Attorneys in Ohio," American Institute of Legal Counsel
2019-2024 "Top 10" Attorney for Social Security and Disability in Ohio, American Jurist Institute
2016-2018 Ohio & Kentucky Super Lawyers Magazine - Rising Star in Social Security Disability Law
2012 Social Security Administration Recognition of Contribution Award
2011 & 2012 Social Security Administration Commendable Service Award
2010 Outstanding Alumni Publication Award, University of Akron School of Law Alumni Association
2008 Scribes - The American Society of Legal Writers - Award
Commonweath of Pennsylvania, 2024
National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives, 2015
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Sustaining Member
Department of Veterans Affairs Accredited Attorney, 2013 to 2018
Ohio State Bar Association Member, 2013-2024
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio, 2012
Trumbull County Bar Association Member, 2012
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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)
Champion Township, Ohio, Board of Zoning Appeals, 2021 to Present
Champion Township, Ohio, Zoning Commission, 2014 to 2021
Coleman Professional Services, Trumbull Advisory Council Member, 2018 to 2020
Valley Counseling Services, Advisory Committee Member, 2015 to 2018
City of Girard, Ohio, Municipal Prosecutor, 2014 to 2017
Rotary Club of Champion, Ohio, 2013
Military Veteran
U.S. Army Reserves, Judge Advocate Officer
Ohio Army National Guard, Judge Advocate Officer
United States Navy, Hospital Corpsman (Fleet Marine Force)