Carol Avard

Carol Avard is a highly respected attorney with over four decades of experience in personal injury, Social Security Disability, and employment discrimination law. She has dedicated her career to securing justice for injured individuals and disability claimants, helping clients navigate complex legal challenges. Her expertise in administrative hearings and federal court appeals has made her a leader in Social Security law.

Carol earned her Juris Doctor from the University of New Hampshire in 1980. She previously attended Harvard University, earning her ABE in 1971. She is admitted to practice in Florida and Massachusetts and before multiple federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court. Her extensive legal education and credentials have positioned her as a national authority on Social Security and disability law.

Carol has fought for thousands of clients in Social Security Disability and long-term disability claims, helping them secure the benefits they deserve. A recognized leader in disability law, she has served on the Board of Directors for the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (NOSSCR) and has been appointed to influential legal committees. Known for effectively challenging vocational expert testimony and handling complex disability cases, Carol has achieved a strong record of successful outcomes for her clients.

Recognized for her excellence, Carol Avard is board-certified in Social Security Disability Advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. She has been Peer Review Rated for ethical standards and legal ability by Martindale-Hubbell. As a frequent lecturer and faculty speaker at national legal conferences, she educates attorneys on best practices in disability law, federal court appeals, and administrative hearings.

Carol remains committed to legal advocacy through her involvement in the American Association for Justice, the Florida Justice Association, and NOSSCR. Her leadership in Social Security Disability law and her dedication to client success have earned her a reputation as a leading attorney in her field. She continues to fight for individuals facing disability claims, employment disputes, and personal injury cases, providing expert legal representation.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Avard Law Offices
• Member, National Board of Trial Advocacy
  
• Member, Harvard Club of Naples
  
• Member, Florida Justice Association
  

Licensed State

• Florida
• Massachusetts

Education

• University of New Hampshire
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Harvard University
  Association Of Business Executives (ABE)

Awards & Badges