About Paulette Francine
Paulette F. Balin is the founder and principal attorney at Balin Law, a prominent Social Security Disability law firm located in Mentor, Ohio. Established in 1980, Balin Law has expanded to ten offices across the state, including Ashtabula, Beachwood, Canton, Cleveland, Columbus, Cuyahoga Falls, Lorain, Toledo, and Youngstown. The firm emphasizes personal, efficient, and effective service for each client, ensuring that individuals handling the requirements of disability claims receive the support they need. Admitted to the Ohio Bar in 1978 and the Florida Bar in 1980, Paulette has dedicated her career to advocating for clients facing challenges related to Social Security Disability, Supplemental Security Income, and Long-Term Disability cases. Her experience includes representing clients in various federal courts, notably the U.S.
Supreme Court and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. This breadth of experience allows her to handle many cases, from common conditions such as arthritis and depression to rarer disorders like Lyme disease and lupus. Raised in Timberlake, Ohio, Paulette graduated magna cum laude from Case Western Reserve University in 1975. She earned her Juris Doctor degree from Washington University in St. Louis in 1978.
After completing her education, she began her legal career in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1980, where she quickly became known for her commitment to disability law. Her firm has since grown, reflecting her dedication to helping clients secure the benefits they deserve. In addition to her legal practice, Paulette is actively involved in several professional organizations. She is a sustaining member of the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives and holds memberships in the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, Lake County Bar Association, Florida Bar Association, and Ohio State Bar Association. Her contributions to the field of disability law have not gone unnoticed; she has been named a Super Lawyer for five consecutive years and holds a Distinguished peer rating with Martindale-Hubbell. Furthermore, Paulette has received the Client Champion distinction multiple times, underscoring her commitment to client satisfaction.
Paulette is also a frequent speaker on disability law, sharing her expertise at various support groups and forums. Her insights have been featured on media outlets, including Fox 8’s New Day Cleveland, where she discusses the impact of Social Security Disability in Northeast Ohio. Through her work and advocacy, Paulette F. Balin continues to make a significant difference in the lives of those she represents, ensuring that they receive the support and guidance needed during difficult periods.
