Jane Eden

Jane Eden, SSD Attorney in Worcester, Massachusetts

Over 43 years of legal practice · focused on SSD and Workers Comp · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Founding PartneratEden Rafferty

Worcester, MA

Practicing ssd in Worcester since 1983.

43+
Years practicing
4.4 ★
1 client review
1
Bar admission

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Jane Eden is a founding partner based in Worcester, MA. The practice focuses on SSD and Workers Comp. Jane has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Eden Rafferty. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Worcester, MA
Experience
over 43 years
Known for
SSD · Workers Comp
  • Handles SSD and Workers Comp matters from Worcester, MA.
  • Over 43 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About Jane Eden: Jane Eden is a founding partner based in Worcester, MA. The practice focuses on SSD and Workers Comp. Jane has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Eden Rafferty. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Jane Eden

Jane concentrates on ssd and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jane handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

SSD cases in Worcester, Massachusetts

Jane takes ssd matters in Worcester, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jane agrees to represent you.

Workers Comp cases in Worcester, Massachusetts

Jane takes workers comp matters in Worcester, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jane agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Jane Eden — Over 43 years of Massachusetts ssd experience

Jane Eden is a founding partner based in Worcester, MA. The practice focuses on SSD and Workers Comp. Jane has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Eden Rafferty. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Attorney Eden has over 35 years experience in the representation and advocacy of disabled individuals in the fields of Workers’ Compensation and Social Security/Disability. She is a 1978 graduate of the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, MA and a 1983 Cum Laude graduate of Suffolk University Law School in Boston, MA.

She is a past member of the Board of Governors of the Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys and is a current member of that organization as well as the Massachusetts Bar Association. Attorney Eden is a frequent speaker at seminars dealing with Workers’ Compensation and Social Security law.

Her work has been published in MCLE’s The Best of MCLE and she has been featured in MCLE’s taped series The Sixty Minute Lawyer. In addition, Attorney Eden has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America since 1998 and the National Registry of Who’s Who since 1999.

How Jane handles ssd matters

Attorney Eden has over 35 years experience in the representation and advocacy of disabled individuals in the fields of Workers’ Compensation and Social Security/Disability. She is a 1978 graduate of the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, MA and a 1983 Cum Laude graduate of Suffolk University Law School in Boston, MA. She is a past member of the Board of Governors of the Massachusetts Academy…

The kind of cases Jane takes

Jane reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ssd and workers comp matters in Worcester and the surrounding Massachusetts area.

Credentials

Jane Eden's legal education and bar admissions

  • Suffolk University Law School

    J.D. · 1983

  • Holy Cross

    B.A. · 1978

Jurisdictions

Jane's state bar admissions

  • Massachusetts

    1983 · ACTIVE

Jane studied at J.D. in Suffolk University Law School and B.A. in Holy Cross.

Law school and academic background

Jane completed J.D. in Suffolk University Law School and B.A. in Holy Cross. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jane runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Jane Eden

Jane has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Locations

Jane Eden's office in Worcester

Jane's primary office is at 238 Shrewsbury Street, Worcester, MA, 01604. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Eden Rafferty

238 Shrewsbury Street

Worcester, MA 01604

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Jane Eden — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Jane. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing ssd attorneys in Worcester.

4.4

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Hiring guide

How to hire Jane Eden — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new ssd attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jane usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Jane charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jane's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Jane will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a ssd attorney in Worcester, Massachusetts

A short list to run through before you commit: How many ssd matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Jane

Jane discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ssd practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every ssd matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Jane confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Jane's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ssd practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Jane Eden

  • How much does it cost to hire Jane for a ssd case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jane walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Jane offer a free consultation?

    Jane charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jane's office. Some ssd attorneys offer free consults — check Jane's current terms during booking.

  • How long do ssd cases in Massachusetts typically take?

    Simple ssd matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Jane gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Jane take my case if I'm outside Worcester?

    Jane is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Jane will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Jane?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Jane will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Jane accepting new ssd clients right now?

    Jane's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

SSD attorneys serving Worcester, Boston and Cambridge in Massachusetts

Jane handles ssd matters throughout Massachusetts. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ssd attorneys in that community.

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