Sean Riordan - Bay Shore, NY
Attorney at McIntyre, Donohue, Accardi, Salmonson & Riordan, LLP
Social Security Disability Lawyers in Bay Shore, NY
8 East Main Street Bay Shore, NY 11706
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Bay Shore Social Security Disability Lawyer
Updated: 06/11/2026
Areas of Practice
- Social Security Disability
- Pensions
Attorney Information
Overview
Sean Riordan is a Senior Partner at McIntyre Donohue Accardi Salmonson & Riordan and a nationally recognized advocate for first responders, union members, and injured workers. Since joining the firm in 2009 and becoming a partner in 2012, Sean has obtained landmark disability and pension decisions—arguing before the New York Court of Appeals and winning decisions that reshaped benefits access for municipal employees across the state.
Sean earned his J.D. from St. John’s University School of Law, where he was a member of the Journal of Legal Commentary, and graduated Summa Cum Laude from Molloy University. Before joining MDASR, he worked with the NYS Attorney General, Nassau County Legislature, and in both immigration and criminal law, including at the Queens District Attorney’s Office.
He has been named disability counsel to numerous New York unions, including the Fraternal Order of Police, and frequently lectures Correction Officers, Police Officers, Detectives, Teachers, and Laborers on their legal rights. His tireless legislative advocacy has helped advance healthcare protections for first responders, including through 9/11-related initiatives. His work has been recognized by the Irish Voice, Irish Echo, Court TV, and Eyewitness News.
Sean is an active leader in the Irish-American legal community. He is Past-President of the Nassau County Brehon Law Society, a former board member of the NYC Brehon Law Society, and has been named a “Top 100 Irish-American Attorney” and is a “Knight of St. Patrick”.
Sean believes deeply in building relationships with clients—providing honest counsel, strong courtroom advocacy, and genuine support throughout the legal process. He lives on Long Island with his wife and two children and is an avid runner and die-hard fan of the Knicks, Yankees, Rangers, and Giants.
*We do not handle Supplemental Security Income Benefits. If you need help with your SSI, please call your local Social Security Administration office. However, if you need representation for an upcoming hearing, please call us at (866) 557-7500.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Top 100 Irish-American attorneys, United States by Irish America Magazine and the Irish Voice, 2008 - 2011
- 40 under 40 by the Irish Echo, 2012 - Present
- Top 50 Law and Order Leaders in America, 2014 - Present
- American Institute of Legal Counsel, Workers’ Compensation “10 Best Attorneys” for New York in Client Satisfaction, 2019 - Present
- NYC DOC Emerald Society, Honorary Member of the Year, 2019 - Present
- Honorary Member, New York City Department of Corrections Emerald Society
Education
Legal Education
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St. John's University School of Law, 2004
J.D.
Law Journal: Journal of Legal Commentary, Member
Non Legal Education
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Molloy College, 2000
Honors: summa cum laude
Current Employment Position(s)
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Senior Partner
Past Positions
- Nassau County Legislature as Aide to Legis
- DiRaimondo and Masi, LLP, Law Clerk
- Queens County District Attorney, Law Clerk
- Pasternack, Tilker, Heller, Ruben & Rieff
Pro Bono Activities
- Irish-American Community
- Nassau County Brehon Law Society, Past-President
- NYC Brehon Law Society, Board Member
- The Society of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick of Long Island, Member
- FealGood Foundation, General Counsel
Bar Admissions
- New York
Other Affiliations
- Association of Trial Lawyers of America (Member)
- American Bar Association (Member)
- New York State Bar Association (Member)
- New York County Lawyers Association (Member)
- Nassau County Brehon Law Association (President)
- NYC Brehon Law Association (Vice President)
- National Association of Trial Lawyers (Member)
- New York State Trial Lawyers Association (Member)
- New York State Workers’ Compensation Bar Association (Member)
- National Association of Social Security Representatives (Member)
- ACLU (Member)
Reviews
Customer Reviews for Sean Riordan
Highlights
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5.0 Value
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5.0 Quality of Service
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5.0 Professional Competence
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Hired Attorney 2007-2009Knowledgeable, professional, pension specialist (knows all pension laws)
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Contact
8 East Main Street
Bay Shore, NY 11706
Phone Number: 631-206-5055
Fax Number: (631) 665-7409
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.licomplaw.com ((Firm Website))
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9AM – 5PM
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