About Our Attorneys
Serving NC, VA, MD, & Washington, DC

Erick Bowman has been practicing law for over 29 years, representing thousands of disability claimants throughout Virginia and North Carolina.

Erick Bowman has devoted his career to advocating for disabled people who would otherwise feel intimidated by the numerous regulations surrounding disability benefits. The O’Neil and Bowman Disability Group is prepared to represent individuals at any stage in the process of applying for SSI or SSDI.

Having spent many years reviewing medical records, communicating with claimants, and attending hearings, Erick Bowman is uniquely qualified to help you organize and present the most compelling details of your case before an Administrative Law Judge.

A longtime advocate for the rights of the disabled, Attorney John O’Neil received his Juris Doctor from the University of Maryland School of Law.

Mr. O’Neil completed his Bachelor of Science degree at Syracuse University, where he double-majored in finance and marketing. He began his legal career in 2006 and during law school committed himself to experiential education and public service — participating in the University of Maryland Low Income Taxpayer’s Clinic and obtaining internships with both the Securities and Exchange Commission and the New York State Attorney General’s office.

After graduating, Mr. O’Neil made a natural transition to Social Security Disability law. He incorporated the Law Offices of John S. O’Neil in 2010 and has since developed an enviable record representing thousands of disabled claimants across the Mid-Atlantic region, focusing exclusively on Social Security Disability.

Crystal has worked with Mr. Bowman for over 20 years and has been handling Social Security Disability cases for over 27 years as the firm’s administrator and senior paralegal.

Her experience spans all phases of Social Security Disability and SSI claims and appeals, including appellate cases, general practice support, and personal injury litigation. Crystal holds a B.S. in Marketing from Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU).

On the weekends, Crystal volunteers at Willow Woods Equine Sanctuary and Farm, as well as the Animal Aid Society, where she serves as Saturday Shift Leader, Events Committee Chair, and an active Board Member. In her spare time, she enjoys kickboxing, cycling, yoga, reading, and spending time with her children and five grandchildren.

Cody Lycan has worked Social Security Disability cases for 9 years and Personal Injury cases for two years as a paralegal at O’Neil and Bowman Disability Group.

Cody is currently working on his Bachelor of Sciences in Information Technology at Southern New Hampshire University and graduated from The Protocol School of Washington with a Certificate of Protocol Officer.

Outside the office, Cody enjoys spending time with his dog Sage and exploring his creative side with his 3D printer.