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Troy Social Security Disability Lawyer
Overview
Attorney Erika A. Riggs graduated from Wayne State University where she earned her bachelor’s and law degree. During law school, Erika devoted her free time to public service, education and mentorship. She co-founded a non-profit, The 313 Project, providing scholarships for at-risk youth, pro-bono legal advice as well as volunteer work in Detroit.
Since receiving her law degree, Mrs. Riggs has strictly specialized in assisting the disabled before the Social Security Administration and the VA. Erika can regularly be found in her community engaging non-profits and volunteering at community events. Her compassion and commitment to under-served populations are as notable as her skilled and unique legal arguments. Mrs. Riggs received the inaugural Crain’s Detroit Business ‘Notable Women Lawyers’ award in 2017, Avvo’s Client Choice award for the fourth consecutive year, and the 2018 Rising Star award by Super Lawyers (extended to less than 2.5% of attorneys practicing in Michigan).
About Erika A. Riggs
Practice Areas
- Social Security Disability 50%
- Veterans Benefits 50%
Litigation
- 100%
Current Employment Position(s)
- Partner
Languages
- Spanish
Qualifications
Bar Admissions
- Michigan, 2011
Education
- Wayne State University Law School, Detroit, Michigan, 2011
J.D. - Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan, 2008
B.A.
Major: English, Spanish
Pro Bono Activities
- Southwest Solutions Annual Beautification Day, 2007 - Present
- VA Detroit Stand-down, 2016 - Present
Achievements
Other Sources of Feedback About Erika A. Riggs
Honors
- Super Lawyers Rising Star, 2018
- Crain's Detroit Notable Women in the Law, 2017
- AVVO Client Choice Award, 2015 - 2019
Office Information
Address
625 E. Big Beaver RoadSuite 204 Troy, MI 48083
Phone
Office Hours
Monday - Thursday 9am - 5pm; Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
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