About Bartholomew
Bartholomew Zadel built his legal foundation at Bethany College, where he earned a B.A. in sociology in 1989. He went on to receive his J.D. from the University of Toledo in 1993. Those formative years left him with an interest in how law intersects with social needs and administrative systems.
He entered legal practice after law school and over time gravitated toward matters that involved federal procedures and administrative law. His membership in the National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives reflects sustained involvement in the issues that confront disability claimants. He also holds membership in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida, which signals regular engagement with federal-court matters in that jurisdiction.
Throughout his career Zadel has handled cases that require attention to administrative record building and appeal strategy. He is familiar with the procedural steps at both the administrative level and in federal courts. Colleagues describe him as methodical; he approaches evidence gathering and briefing with clear standards and careful timelines.
At Morgan & Morgan he works alongside attorneys who manage a range of client needs. His practice brings him into contact with claimants, vocational experts, medical records, and occasionally expert testimony. He prepares administrative appeals and files civil actions when review in federal court is necessary. His courtroom time usually involves presenting legal arguments on entitlement and procedural issues rather than high-volume jury trials.
Zadel participates in continuing education and professional meetings through his organizational memberships. He attends seminars offered by the National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives and stays current on circuit decisions that affect benefit determinations. His membership in the Middle District of Florida bar keeps him plugged into local federal practice rules and recent opinions.
His approach to cases is pragmatic. He focuses on the documentary record, credible testimony, and meeting filing deadlines. He communicates with clients about realistic outcomes and the steps required for administrative or judicial review. He currently practices at Morgan & Morgan, handling Social Security disability claims and related federal-court matters.
