I have the highest regard for this firm. My journey with Pekas Smith began before the pandemic so my case was slowed by COVID for sure. During all this time I had an amazing woman working on my case. Joanna Noriega. Joanna was there for me always. When I called with questions she returned calls ASAP and was tremendously empathetic. She was patient even when I was freaking out! Joanna reassured me, explained things to me in a way I could clearly understand. Joanna Noriega is, in my opinion, sure to be a person of importance and a great lawyer. Mark Caldwell's office helped as well. Thank you read more

These guys are the worst disability lawyers in the valley after I hire them they lost my case when I try to appeal my case they took me down and they told me that wouldn't be worth it for me to appeal my case please do not hire these guys if you see my review read it twice if you attempt to hire these guys please run away from them I gave him one star because I couldn't give him less thank you for reading my review. read more

I acquired these attorneys after having to apply for Social Security due to an extreme seizure disorder, migraines, and a broken back it was probably one of the hardest battles I ever had to fight over five years, but this attorney's office made it 100 times better. Every person in this office help me from Dustin to Joseph, to Mr. Pekas and Mr. Smith at first they come off a little strong, but they are truly amazing and I can't thank them enough. read more

I must agree with the reviewer who has posted a negative review of the office staff. An intake employee by the name of Andrew incessantly talked over me on the phone to the extent that I ended the call. I don't know why lawyers would hire such a disrespectful bully, but there definitely is a problem at that law firm in regard to hostility in place of a helpful attitude. read more

I cannot recommend this practice more. Top notch professionalism, attention to detail, and extremely compassionate! Thank you to Coco and Pekas Smith for all you have done and continue to do to help people. read more

**Incompetent Office Staff** I attempted to setup a free initial phone consultation with an actual attorney, but was subjected to a runaround by an incompetent intake worker named "Lijia," who failed to properly document and relay my case details. In particular, this office assistant was not receptive to properly noting the information I clearly provided during our 25 minute phone screening (i.e. I had to constantly repeat myself and answer questions in a redundant manner, which is unacceptable, considering that I speak in a very clear and concise manner.) Following the initial conversation, I was specifically told by "Lijia" that I would receive a follow-up phone call from a REAL LAWYER "no later than the next day." Much to my surprise, the same assistant called me back the following morning, asking the same questions as the day before (relating to my employment experience, which I thoroughly explained,) and then insisted that I provide medical records "for the attorney to review." Really??? This ain't my first legal rodeo. There should be no reason to jump through so many hoops to get a lawyer on the phone for a free consult (unless y'all got the Johnnie Cochran of disability attorneys?) Pathetic. read more

Muy buena atencion . Contestan pronto las llamadas telefonicas y aclaran todas las dudas . Son pacientes amables y muy profesionales. Y por supuesto ganaron el caso!!! Si no ganan no cobran. Hablan puro ingles pero a pesar de eso trabajaron conmigo en hacernos entender. Yo si los recomiendo. read more

I highly recommend working with Ober Pekas Ronstadt for your Social Security Disability case. Mine was a difficult and severe case and the team at OPR was incredible. Joanna was my contact and lead and she was amazing...especially during this COVID-19 time. I was originally declined by SSDI which was disappointing but we appealed it and I was approved. It took about 8 months overall. I couldn't be happier. Wish I had not had to take SSDI because my health will not improve but so happy to have worked with them. Again...Joanna was great to work with as was the rest of the team! Brian read more

I just want to thank you for helping me through such a stressful situation concerning my hearing yesterday. Without your help, guidance and positive outlook, I don't think I could have handled this process. I thank you from the bottom of my heart, and will always remember how you helped not only myself, but also my family. read more

Public beware ! I learned my lesson on, relying on reviews on a business to choose an attorney. I had a horrible experience with the gate keepers to the attorney, Lucia and Mitch, both extremely rude and an uneducated in health conditions for application of disability. The owners of this firm are really hurting themselves by having these two represent them as you cannot get to the attorney to discuss your situation until you get through the gate keepers first. please make sure you read Google reviews always read the lowest first with this firm you'll see it a repeat pattern of people stating the same negative experience. That's when you know it's true Also I've learned now to start with the lowest review everything I now I've read about this firm is absolutely true that was negatively written I experienced the same horrible experience. this firm is obviously more concerned with heardi g you in and out and making money using gate keepers before you can talk to the attorney who decide your fate and if you have a case. when I was transferred to Mitch from Lucia, he literally hung up the phone on me. Very unprofessional. read more

I wanted to thank Ober and Pekas for a job well done. Their staff are extremely knowledgable and courteous. I am not sure I would have been able to deal with my case without them. Navigating the "system" is not easy for first timers like myself. I am glad that I had O+P on my side! read more

Just to be clear, when I did business with and wrote my review, this firm was "Caldwell & Ober". I just thought I should clarify as clearly, this firm's ownership and/ or management has changed since that time. read more

Silvia the legal assistant is excellent. She always answers her phone and if busy she will call you back. She is very knowledgeable about social security law and disability law. read more

I utilized two of the attorneys from this firm. Jeremy Pekas is very intuitive, intelligent and very personable. He thoroughly understands the clients position and is extremely knowledgeable as to Disability Law. He made me feel very confident about our case. He is very professional and emits strength and confidence. Erin Ronstadt assisted me with benefits related to short and long term disability benefits. She is a very smart woman. She never gave up and we were successful as well. These two people are more than just Attorneys, they literally saved and gave me back my life. I will always remember them as we shared quite the journey together. I wish them many more successes. Thank you Sharyn M. Phoenix read more

I am so grateful for the entire staff at Ober Pekas Arizona Disability especially my attorney Travis Meyers for believing in my disability case from the beginning and Joanna Noriega for assisting me through the entire process. Each person case is different; in my case it took approximately 2 1/2 years. Yes, there are moments are heart ache, stresses, and anxiety especially when you get initially denied and appeal and get denied again but your attorney keeps fighting and you are granted another appeal and finally win the case. Ober Pekas staff are genuine and truly work hard for the benefits you are entitled too. I know for a fact I would not had been able to deal with Social Security without this firm. I am thankful for another combat veteran who highly recommended Ober and Pekas. Thank you from my heart you have given me hope! read more

I want to shout to the Ober & Pekas attorney group for taking such great care of our clients. I am a counselor at a family practice medical group, Noah Heuser in Scottsdale, and we often have people who need help with disability. This is typically difficult to navigate, and I have this group to be understanding and helpful; taking extra special care with those who need it. Thank you read more

100% last group of incompetent people you want on your side. I fired them after I lost my court case, due to the judge only being notified of 1 cervical spine surgery and not 3 since I filed. I've appealed on my own and won my appeal. That Pekas character who's too cocky for himself, because he feels he's better than you, is a VERY VERY INCOMPETENT little man and needs to do his job instead of trying to be a showoff. Just saying, your firm is garbage if I done all of your job then and now 100% better than you could, and I have proof of doing your job then and now. GARBAGE I tell you read more

I had a great experience with this firm. Everyone here is extremely courteous, kind, and professional. My attorney, Erin Ronstadt is very knowledgeable and truly cares about her clients. She has done a terrific job with my case and I would highly recommend her for anyone that needs representation! read more

Excellent law firm, capable, caring and very professional staff. Jeremy won my case handily no muss no fuss. I am so grateful to them all.

I can't say thanks enough to Ober & Pekas, PLLC., especially Jeremy and Erin, for helping me with my SSDI and LTD claim with Principal. When I had all but given up on any resolution with my LTD, Jeremy (who I am very grateful to) took all the stress out for me when we met for the first time. His knowledge and determination really made my husband & I feel that I was in good hands. I highly recommend Erin, Jeremy & their team to anyone facing the process of Long Term Disability & Social Security Disability. You will learn to appreciate greatly their professionalism, frequent contacts, knowledge, competence, and courtesy. After having a bad experience with my personal injury lawyer, it was very refreshing to deal with attorneys who are ethical, caring and passionate about what they do. Erin and Jeremy were exactly the lawyers I needed during an extremely difficult time in my life. I can not thank you enough. read more

Lady I've never even heard your name. If Tifiny is a great overqualufied employee that you personally hired, well your interviewing skills need to be reviewed because this great employee forgot to file my initial claim from July 7, 2015 when it started with your firm all thr way to February 21, 2016. Than made me go file my own claim. As well as gather all my documentation documentation with the exception of 2 documents on that cd you mailed me showing me all the great work I did putting this claim together. But Lady you dont feel sorry for me and are upset about the judges decision. You dont know me from Adam. If you feel me you would be doing something to make up for the tragedy your firm caused my family. You didnt lose the home your ancestors built, for a incredibly small amount of money based off Tifiny guaranteeing me back pay and approval. We lost a $450,000 home for $30,000 based of Tifinys and Jeremy Pekas guarantee of approval. I bet you didnt have ypur elderly parents give ypu their retirement savinga based off of a lie you were told. Did you have to stand on a freeway exit holding a sign for change praying i will get $40 at least so my family doeant have to sleep in a park tonight. And is abke to at leaat eat a dollar burger once a day, is that what your doing lady. Well if I were just told the truth from the beginning that my clain was high risk, I wouldnt have even considered it. So being guaranteed approval and back pay, I wasnt worried. And Lady if you feel so horrible, you arent feeling bad enough to get us a home, feed us, help us get back on our feet. Nope you inconsiderate pieces of trash dont even have 5he decency to call me and talk to me. So dont you dare tell me you feel bad and are upaet anout the outcome cause if you were truthfully sorry and truthfully cares you'd get off your computer and help us instead if trying to make your firm look like you have pity telling me how bad you feel. If you felt bad you would have calles, had me come to tge office. Mayve tell me where to go from here... Nope all i get is some call from that googley eyed asshole Ober. And served a notice if harrassment because i post bad review on you. You arent sorry and you dont feel bad. You guys buried me and my family and destroyed our lives because you railroaded me and lies for 3 years.and if you care... Do something about it. Dont try to look all sympathetic. You aren't neither is googley eye. Or pretty boy.or tank tummy Tifiny. read more

This law firm is very neglectful an incompetent. Too much time wasted waiting for this office to attempt to do their job. Maybe the attorneys could actually look at a case instead of relying on the staff. I have decided to file a grievance with AZ state bar. Mitch, who is supervisor of case managers spoke to me in a very condescending way. read more

Would not recommend this firm. We asked for representation and provided them with all of the information they requested immediately. They did not return calls or respond to emails in a timely manner. There were always a lot of "I'm sorry's" and excuses for not getting back to us. After 31 days they still didn't let us know whether they would take our case or not. We contacted another law firm and they accepted our case within 48 hours. Very discourteous regarding communication. read more

I would not recommend this firm. The staff is excessively rude and treats you as nothing more than a case number. They do not return calls or emails and make a long list of promises they don't deliver on. The firm is unprofessional, inconsiderate and literally just blows you off. They do not provide the free review or consultation they advertise nor do they take cases their website and blog advises they handle. It was a terrible experience dealing with them. The only person I spoke with in two weeks was the intake specialist. They never provided a consultation but referred me to a paralegal Kassandra who blew me off, never provided the review or consultation. In close to three weeks she never responded to the email she requested. Overall this was a horrible experience and a complete waste of my time. Not once in three weeks did an actual attorney in that office call me, attempt to consult or answer any questions. Kassandra was completely unprofessional and made it very clear she had no intent of providing the review that the website promises. Then she just blew me off after refusing to even acknowledge my emails for three weeks. read more

This firm is by far the firm to go to when you need a knowledgable and strong attorney. I went to them for help after my long term disability provider decided to stop paying. Kristin Kalami and Erin Ronstadt took my case and after I had already spent over a year with my provider trying to get back my benefits. They are so knowledgable and guided me through the process. They set very clear expectations and went to battle my case. They won my case and got me a very fair settlement. I'm so thankful and highly recommend them to anyone needing a professional and knowledgable legal team. While Kristin and Erin worked on my LTD claim, Mr Ober, Michelle and Sylvia were working on my SSA disability claim. Another win just about a month later. I highly recommend this team. Don't go at it alone, you'll need the support of this knowledgable , professional and very friendly legal team on your side. read more

I highly recommend Erin Ronstadt if you need help with your disability case. Erin was very knowledgeable and compassionate. I knew I was in good hands after our consultation. Her advice lead to a successful outcome for us. Let me also say that her assistant Joanie is wonderful, she gets right back to you on any questions and also makes you feel very comfortable while dealing with a very stressful situation. If there were more than 5 stars I would give them. read more

DO NOT use this firm for your disability claims. I wasted 15 months of my time with these attorneys. Their motto should be Ober, Pekas & Ronstadt "The do it yourself Law Firm". I did every bit of the paperwork with the Social Security Administration and all the other leg work. I would call them when I would receive something from SS and was told to do what they told me and to "keep them informed". I don't know if they ever even contacted SS on my behalf. My last straw was when SS wanted me to see one of their doctors about my hip and get an X -ray, which I did. I was then refused disability for a second time due to my "heart condition"???? I'm still unable to do significant work. I recently fired them and have more from them in the last three weeks to get a written release than I did for the 15 months they were "working" on my case. Oh by the way you get to see the actual attorney when you first sign on to have them represent you but you will never hear or see them again! read more

I have been dealing with this team of lawyers since 2011...at my 1st review someone I'd never meant or talked to showed up...she lost my case... now here I am still waiting for yet another review hearing..the attorney keeps asking for 30 more days to process and provide documents..she already has the info..mean while I am losing my home as of Dec 16, 2014..my health is getting worse..and no time line as to when my "NEXT" ...3rd hearing will be. The staff is great...Sylvia listens to me and shows compassion for my needs...but I have lost everything during the "WAIT"...my car...can't even afford to buy basic groceries...my case had a long history...it should have been a walk in the park to easily win..I've worked since I was 14..had enough credits with soc sec before I was 31..I will soon be fifty and homeless... I choose the WRONG firm to represent my case! When the lawyer whom showed up didn't even know my name and did lil if anything to present the fact of medical data...and seemed to know nothing and was briefing herself just minutes before the appeal in Needles...I would NEVER RECOMMEND them to anyone..not even a dog!!! I was told I could not fire them or I would have last year..I should have went with Taylor and associates..I know of 4 people whom they won their cases 1st time around..because the know what they are doing..I have NEVER spoke to Caldwell or Ober..seems to me they sit in their offices and send too young and under trained and unexperinced funkies to handle hard case that really matter..it was my life and I've lost everything because I listened to their "COMMERCIALS"!!! By the way I wouldn't have given them even one star..but this yelp made me!! ZERO!!!!! read more

What a great Law Firm. I couldn't be any happier. They not only did a great job with my case, they treated me with great respect throughout the process. I would HIGHLY recommend them to everyone. read more

After 3 1/2 years of waiting, I finally was going in front of judge & I can not believe how little Mr. Pekas cared about my case. He basically told me I was going to lose right before we walked in, I was not prepared for any of the Judge's questions and Mr. Pekas could have cared less about me and winning my benefits. DON'T BE FOOLED THIS LAW PRACTICE WAS GREAT AT ONE TIME, BUT NOW THEY ARE A JOKE. find a lawyer with a heart, who handles their cases with compassion,not one that sees only dollar signs. read more

This firm was absolutely useless. They took forever to return calls. I was never able to speak to anyone on the phone and got their voicemail every time. They put an unexperienced attorney on my case and to represent me at the hearing. The entire process took over 3 years and I had to do all the paperwork. I would not recommend them to anyone. read more

they took my case blew a lot of smoke up my but on how good they were and would fight ..so I had a lot lot of proof when I called to see if all paperwork from doctors was in was told it was . got to court and really nothing was filed this was a 2yr+ fighting ssi ... I have both senators helping me so when they call for answers and I call ober for answers they do not care its all money to them . exp sen called me in dec as my claim was denied wanting to know when the firm had appealed my case .called firm had too wait days for a response when they did call they said they were waiting till last minute of appeal to include my spinal surgery just being done well that made sense then I was denied again started too look at all my paperwork sent too appeals court not once did they include the spinal surgery in the appeal claim so ive lost after calling ed ober and disc these multiple errors has said the judge is too harsh we wont fight this claim but we have no prob re submitting a new one ...in the last 3 yrs ive had over 10 major surjerys all saying my legs arm back are bad . I also go to therapy both for talking and meds even they say im not ment fit to work so I would not rec these loosers ,,, they say they care feell your pain also even thoough they say they take your case they don't discuss it with the lawers till your appealed later down the road then they tell you wether to cont with case isn't that the reason you get a lawyer in the first place so they will go to court and fight for your rights also they said they would send me the paperwork to file a complaint against judge as I felt she was being discrimitve on me they sent me the cover letter stating heres the form to fill out but they did not put it in there when I finally got hold of ober he argued that this form does not exist but it does as the other firms have stated it does and also ssi because of there drastic errors my case is screwed I have too start all over new cliam... this is very crappy firm please read up on them .... my family and I have been homeless due too me not being to work my $50,000 job thanks ober good job not knowing your laws and not following up on your workers work progress read more