Brian Scott Wayson | Portland Social Security Lawyer | Oregon


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Brian Scott Wayson is:

Adept at sizing up situations, systematically analyzing facts and developing alternative courses of action to achieve sensible solutions.
Considered a clear and effective oral and written communicator with the ability to concisely interpret complex laws, regulations and court opinions, using a common sense approach.
Blessed with extensive experience in effectively working with clients and colleagues from diverse backgrounds, allowing him to be a good listener.
Well-versed in client counseling, claim analysis, case preparation, and hearing and appeal representation.
Aware that while the journey is challenging, successful outcomes for his clients are particularly rewarding.
Recognized for forming quality relationships quickly and instilling a high level of confidence among those with whom he interacts.
A graduate of the Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College.
Acknowledged as a self-starter with an involved style of leadership.
Most of all, thankful for all I have, including my awesome family and wonderful friends.

Brian Scott Wayson has:

Zeal for assisting people with the Social Security Disability claims. Brian has seen the results of this system first hand – starting with his own mother while he was still attending law school. Despite her terminal cancer, brain tumor, heart condition and seven operations his mother repeatedly was denied Social Security Disability benefits – only being allowed benefits after a former North Carolina governor interceded on her behalf. Brian knows that underneath every injustice put out by the large bureaucracy is a human being just trying to survive with dignity and respect. Vulnerable individuals should not face this challenge without committed advocates by their side, lawyers who put forward the strongest possible case at every step of the process, optimizing the claimants’ chances for a favorable outcome at the earliest possible opportunity.
Represented numerous claimants at Social Security administrative hearings and assisted other attorneys in the preparation for hundred of other hearings. In addition, he has drafted many Social Security Appeals Council briefs and United States District Court opening and reply briefs.
More than 15 years of business, customer service and human resources management experience.
Many skills from his education and business experience, including the abilities to handle multiple tasks within short deadlines, perform extensive efficient research, analyze information and data to produce workable solutions, and work diligently inside a team framework towards common goals.
As an attorney, worked in a high-volume law practice – interviewing hundreds of potential new clients, meeting with multitudes of current clients, preparing cases for numerous hearings, managing the activities and work product of multiple staff persons and representing scores of clients at hearings and on appeals. This work was both time-sensitive due to varying deadlines and time-pressured due to the nature of the practice – I learned a lot, but know that a focused considerate methodology is more effective for our clients.
Please describe a case in the last year or two where you made a big difference.

Assisted a 45 year old individual apply for, appeal denials on, and ultimately win Disabled Adult Child (DAC) Benefits. The interesting and challenging aspects about this case include: the requirement that one prove she was disabled prior to age 22, so in this case we had to prove disability as of 23 years before the present day. In addition, Social Security incorrectly insisted that they had decided this individual's DAC benefits claim previously, thus deciding the case again was barred by the legal concept of 'res judicata' (the thing already has been adjudged.) This case was so clearcut that despite their insistence, it was obvious to us that Social Security actually had never considered or decided the DAC claim. The judge agreed with us and the client was awarded everything she had asked for - significant back pay and much higher monthly amount of benefits.

How did you build a successful practice?

Small firm law practice specializing in Social Security Disability and SSI disability benefit claims, Veterans' Compensation and Pension benefits, and related administrative law matters. Aviva G. Brown, Jonathan Caver and I are putting our wealth of experience and sincere compassion for others to work for those who need or would like assistance navigating the administrative law labyrinth. We offer one-on-one interaction with your attorney and our personal commitment to doing everything in our power to assist you to restore your dignity and secure the benefits you deserve.

What should clients look for in a lawyer?

You do not need an attorney or representative to win your case BUT having an attorney does increase your odds of being awarded. An attorney has the proper knowledge and expertise to assist you with your case. An attorney also has a vast number of resources to deal with the specific issues and medical conditions that you are claiming in your case as well as access to federal social security laws, prior social security rulings and medical research tools that will increase your odds of winning at a hearing. An attorney can help you at any level of your case. This includes filing the initial application, filing a request for reconsideration, filing a request for hearing and then ultimately representing you at a hearing if necessary.

What information can you provide in a free phone consultation?

We can explain the Social Security and VA processes and what your options are. We can advise individuals whether to file a claim for Social Security or VA disability benefits and which types of benefits to seek.

What information do you need in a free phone consultation?

The individual's age, the number of years worked in the prior ten years, what kind of work the individual has done for the prior 15 years, whether the individual has applied for Social Security benefits and if so has the claim been denied, if the caller has a representative already, the limitations the individual experiences, whether the caller has ongoing medical care.

What differentiates you from other lawyers in your community?

We approach our relationship toward each of our clients with compassion, dedication, concern, respect and care. When you hire Cascadia Disability Law, we are with you every step of the way, whether you are deciding to pursue disability benefits, need assistance applying for benefits, appealing a denial of your application for benefits or filing an appeal in federal court. We treat you with dignity and respect and when you retain Cascadia Disability Law, you work with an attorney and that attorney never forgets that you are a human being attempting to get to a better place, not merely a number in a high-volume caseload or an inconvenient interruption.

What is the most rewarding aspect of your job?

Helping good people during a difficult period of their lives to get the benefits they have earned, need and deserve. We get to assist good people in securing monthly cash assistance and healthcare benefits and we get to fight the government to do it.

Are you involved in your community?

Metropolitan Learning Center Education Foundation, Board Member 2012 - 2013, North Portland Soccer Club, Volunteer Coach, 2011 - present, Portland Parks & Recreation, Volunteer Basketball Coach, 2013 - present, Oregon Wildlife League, EcoBuilders Guild

Position Organization Location Duration
Attorney at Law, Founding MemberCascadia Disability Law LLC f/k/a Brown + Wayson LLC2010-Present
OwnerWaysonLaw LLC2004-Present
Hearings and Administrative Rules UnitState of Oregon Department of Human Services2008-2010
Attorney at LawLaw Offices2006-2008
Human Resources ManagerThe Home Depot, Inc.2004-2005
Law ClerkCity of Portland Attorney's Office2003-2003
Research AssistantNatural Resources Law Institute2002-2003
Human Resources ManagerDelphina's Bakery1998-2001
Branch ManagerKinko's1985-1997
School Degree Major Graduation
Lewis & Clark Law SchoolJ.D. Law School2003  
Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark CollegeJ.D.Natural Resources and Environmental Law2003
Portland State UniversityMPANatural Resources Policy & Administration2000
Linfield CollegeB.S.Social & Behavioral Sciences1998
University of California - Berkeley ExtensionBusiness AdministrationCertificate in Business Adminiatration1995
State / Court Date
Oregon2004
  • Board Member, Metropolitan Learning Center Education (2012-present)
    Member American Bar Association (2005-present)
    Member Oregon State Bar (2004-present)
    Member Multnomah Bar Association (2002-2005)
    Student Vice-Chair, American Bar Association, Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section, Aviation and Space Law Committee (2003-2004)
    Student Vice-Chair, American Bar Association, Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section, Aviation and Space Law Committee (2003-2004)
    Research Editor/Editorial Board, Journal of Small & Emerging Business Law (2002-2004)
    Member, Federal Bar Association (2001-2004)
    Member, Treasurer Native American Law Students Association (2001-2004)
    Member, Treasurer Student Advocates for Business and Environmental Responsibility (2001-2004)
    Faculty Meetings, Student Bar Representative, Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark College (2003)
  • Avvo Rated Excellent: Featured Attorney - Social Security
    Avvo Top Contributor - Social Security (2014)
    ExpertHub Featured Author
    Moot Court Honor Board, Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark College (2003)
    Natural Resources Law Scholarship, Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark College (2003)
    Scholar List, Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark (2003)
    Client Counseling Moot Court Regional American Bar Association (2003)
    Best Brief - First Year Moot Court, Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark (2002)
    Natural Resources Law Scholarship, Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark (2002)
    Indian Summer Scholarship, Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark (2002)
    Scholar List, Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark (2002)
    Natural Resources Law Scholarship, Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark (2001)
  • Client v. Commissioner Outcome: Award of Benefits for 2004 to present Client2 v. Social Security Administration Outcome: Remanded for a hearing on the merits Client1 v. Social Security Disability Outcome: Award of Past-due Benefits for approx. 9 years

  • Unemployment and Social Security Disability Benefits Simultaneously, Legal Guides (2011)
    What Are Your Chances When You Apply for Social Security Disability, Legal Guides (2011)
    Social Security's 5-Step Sequential Analysis for Disability Determinations, Legal Guides (2011)
    What is a Social Security Representative Payee?, Legal Guides (2011)
    How an Attorney Improves Your Chances of Winning Your Social Security Disability Hearing, Legal Guides (2011)
    A Primer: The Social Security Disability Benefits Application Process, Legal Guides (2011)
    Social Security Disability Programs: An Introduction, Legal Guides (2011)
    Applying for Social Security Disability Benefits: Welcome to the Machine, Legal Guides (2011)
    Should You Hire an Attorney to Assist You with Your Disability Claim?, Legal Guides (2011)
    Child and Spousal Support Garnishment of Social Security Benefits, Legal Guides (2011)
    Appealing or Changing Your Appointed Social Security Representative Payee, Legal Guides (2011)
    Federal Government Garnishment of Social Security Benefits, Legal Guides (2011)
    Social Security Disability Law and You, Legal Guides (2011)
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Cascadia Disability Law LLC Portland Disability Benefits Attorney serves people seeking disability benefits. We assist individuals with disabilities in achieving a modicum of financial and healthcare security. We help clients seeking benefits from all Social Security disability programs. Portland Disability Benefits Attorney offers a free initial telephone or in-person consultation and there are no upfront legal fees, if we do not win you benefits there are no attorney’s fees. Call or email us anytime – 503-891-8376, Records@cascadiadisabilitylaw.com.

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Language: English

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