About Michelle
Nearly Three Decades of Fighting for the People Who Need It Most
Michelle L. Baker has handled nothing but Social Security Disability cases since 1997 — first inside the Social Security Administration itself, then in private practice. That singular focus and inside perspective shapes everything she does for her clients.
Background & credentials
- Education
- Boston University School of Law, J.D. 1990
- SSD Practice
- Exclusively Social Security Disability since 1997
- SSA Experience
- Former experience working for the Social Security Administration
- Practice Type
- Solo practitioner — every client works directly with Michelle
- Nationwide Practice
- Licensed to handle SSD cases in all 50 states — federal administrative law requires only one bar license
- Location
- 1786 Empire Avenue, Northern Cambria, PA 15714
- Consultation
- Free initial consultation for all new clients
An insider's perspective on Social Security Disability
Before entering private practice, Michelle worked for the Social Security Administration — giving her a firsthand understanding of how the agency evaluates claims, what decision-makers look for, and where cases succeed or fail. That experience is rare, and it gives her clients a meaningful advantage at every stage of the process, from the initial application through hearings and appeals.
Exclusively Social Security Disability since 1997
Since 1997, Michelle has handled nothing but Social Security Disability cases. Not other areas of law on the side. Just SSD — every day, for nearly three decades. That depth of focus means she has seen virtually every fact pattern, every agency argument, and every hearing scenario. When your case matters most, experience like that is the difference.
A solo practice built on personal attention
Michelle runs a deliberately small, home-based solo practice. That's a choice, not a limitation. It means every client works directly with Michelle — not a paralegal, not an associate, not a rotating team of strangers. When you call, she answers. When you have a question, she explains it. When you need an advocate, she shows up.
One license. Clients across the country.
Social Security Disability is federal administrative law — which means Michelle can represent clients anywhere in the United States with a single bar license. Over the years she has worked with clients in many different states. Wherever you are, you can have an attorney with nearly three decades of exclusive SSD experience in your corner.
"I've spent my entire career on Social Security Disability — first learning the system from the inside, then using that knowledge to fight for the people who need it most. Every client deserves an attorney who truly knows this process."
Ready to talk?
Whether you're starting a disability claim, appealing a denial, or have been waiting years for a decision, Michelle is ready to listen. Your first consultation is always free.