Attorney Profile

Attorney Ciulla's practice focuses on serving the needs of individuals with impairments, disabilities, and handicaps. He has spent the majority of his professional career helping disabled individuals either in the capacity as a licensed physical therapist or attorney. Prior to becoming an attorney, Attorney Ciulla practiced physical therapy for many years and worked with patients with various musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary, neurological, and mental health impairments. He is well versed in medical terminology and is able to effectively review medical documentation. His healthcare background along with his legal training and advocacy skills enable him to provide the highest level of representation to clients before the Social Security Administration.

Attorney Ciulla handles both Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) claims and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claims. He handles initial claims and appeals including hearings before an Administrative Law Judge. He has successfully represented clients with mental and/or physical impairments and is highly sensitive to the needs of his clients. He is a member of the National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives. He remains current on recent changes and/or issues impacting this practice area. He handles all Social Security cases on a contingency basis meaning that attorney's fees are only paid if a clients wins his or her case. He offers free consultations to evaluate a client's initial claim or appeal including review of medical evidence. He provides diligent and personalized representation to increase the likelihood of obtaining a favorable outcome before the Social Security Administration.

Areas of Practice

• Estate Planning and Probate
• Social Security -- Disability
• Real Estate Law
• Landlord/Tenant

Litigation Percentage

• 50% of Practice Devoted to Litigation

Education

• New England School of Law, Boston, Massachusetts
  J.D.
  Honors: Magna Cum Laude
  Honors: Fourth in Class
  
  
• University of Massachusetts, Lowell, Massachusetts
  Master of Science
  Honors: Highest Honors
  Honors: First in Class
  
  
• Boston College, Boston, Massachusetts
  B.A.
  Honors: Cum Laude