Cynthia C. Berger

Cynthia C. Berger is a founding partner of Berger and Green, P.C., where she has dedicated over four decades to representing individuals seeking Social Security Disability (SSD) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. With compassion and precision, she has assessed over 50,000 disability claims, earning her a reputation as one of Western Pennsylvania’s most respected authorities in Social Security law.

Ms. Berger earned her Bachelor of Arts in 1972 and her Juris Doctor in 1975 from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. Licensed in all Pennsylvania State and Federal Courts, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, and the U.S. Supreme Court, she brings unparalleled legal depth to her practice. As Chairperson of the Allegheny County Bar Association’s Social Security Practitioners Committee and a Fellow of the Allegheny County Bar Foundation, her leadership and expertise are widely recognized.

A former president of the National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives (NOSSCR), Ms. Berger has been instrumental in advocating for systemic improvements within the Social Security Administration. She frequently lectures for the Pennsylvania Bar Association, Federal Bar Association, and NOSSCR, sharing her knowledge with peers nationwide. Her honors include Pennsylvania Super Lawyer recognition since 2011 and a Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Rating—signifying the highest standard of legal excellence.

Clients value Cynthia C. Berger’s empathy, meticulous preparation, and tireless dedication to achieving results. She understands the challenges individuals face when unable to work due to disability and is committed to guiding them through the legal process with care and professionalism. Through Berger and Green, she continues to provide steadfast advocacy, ensuring that every client receives the benefits and respect they deserve.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder / Of Counsel, Berger and Green
• Member, Pennsylvania Bar Association
• Chairperson, Allegheny County Bar Association
• Member, Federal Bar Association
• Member, American Association for Justice
• Member, Pennsylvania Association For Justice
• Member, Western Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives

Licensed State

• Pennsylvania

Education

• University of Pittsburgh School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Pittsburgh
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)
  

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