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Pickard Rachel

Updated 2026-09-02 · 4,151 reviewed · 225 listed · Scored from 76 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.3(76) 71 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Wills & TrustsElder Law & Medicaid PlanningEstate & Trust LitigationSpecial Needs PlanningBusiness Succession PlanningEstate Planning Attorney
Pickard Rachel
Location
Gastonia
Services
Wills & Trusts, Elder Law & Medicaid Planning, Estate & Trust Litigation
Reviews
76
Ranking
#145 in Wills & Trusts
Best for
Disabled applicants seeking Social Security representation in the Gastonia area.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-02).

What recent reviews say

Rachel Pickard's firm excels in Social Security disability cases where staff connect quickly and secure wins that matter. Outcomes are polarized: some clients credit the team with life-changing results after prior rejections; others report abrupt case termination, minimal outreach, and a gap between initial warmth and later responsiveness.

Praised for
  • compassionate and responsive staff
  • strong outcomes in disability cases
  • transparent communication
  • knowledgeable about Social Security law
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Best for: Disabled applicants seeking Social Security representation in the Gastonia area.

Where this business shines

  • Social Security Disability specialization with track record of wins
  • fast case outcomes reported by satisfied clients
  • experienced paralegal intake process
  • willingness to decline cases not in client interest

Worth knowing

  • Rachel Pickard and Kristy named as primary case handlers
  • Paralegal Jackie manages intake
  • Lewis V. and Holly Holley also credited in successful cases
  • Recent cases resolved in 3-4 months
  • One client paid $6,000 fee on case that yielded only one year of disability coverage

How it compares

  • Rated 4.3 against a 4.56 average across the 208 wills & trusts businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 76% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

How We Rank
Star rating 58
Review volume 82
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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12

Common questions

How long do disability cases typically take?
Recent cases mentioned were resolved within 3-4 months, though timelines vary depending on the appeal level and case complexity.
Do you accept every disability case?
No. The firm declines cases they do not believe are winnable, rather than pursuing unsuccessful appeals.
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Last updated 2026-09-02