Lisa M. Watkinson

Lisa M. Watkinson is a Michigan attorney and partner at Bernstein & Bernstein, who focuses on Social Security Disability, Supplemental Security Income, and workers’ compensation matters. Since joining her current practice in 2003, she has guided clients through every stage of the benefits process. Her work includes preparing initial applications, developing supporting evidence, handling appeals, and helping claimants pursue benefits after disabilities limit their ability to work. She brings an organized, attentive approach to cases involving complex medical and employment records.

Lisa earned a J.D. from Loyola University School of Law and a B.A. from Southern Methodist University. She is admitted to practice in Michigan, New York, and Louisiana. Her federal admission includes the US District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan. These credentials allow her to assist clients with disability and workers’ compensation matters while addressing the different procedural rules that may shape claims, hearings, and appeals.

Lisa reflects a long-term commitment to Social Security law and direct client service in her practice. She makes herself available to answer questions and provide updates, helping clients understand what to expect throughout the process. Careful organization allows her to manage many matters while giving each claimant individual attention. She also shares her knowledge with other attorneys and has presented on Social Security Disability issues at professional seminars in Michigan.

Lisa M. Watkinson serves as treasurer of the Michigan State Bar’s Social Security Section and has been a board member since 2019. She is also affiliated with the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives and the Michigan Association for Justice. Through legal advocacy, professional leadership, and continuing education, she works to strengthen disability representation and help clients pursue the financial support available under the law.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Bernstein & Bernstein
• Treasurer, Michigan State Bar, Social Security Section
• Member, National Organization of Social Security Claimant Representatives
• Member, Michigan Association for Justice

Licensed State

• Michigan
• New York
• Louisiana

Education

• Loyola University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Southern Methodist University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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