If you have a disability that renders you unable to work, you may be able to claim financial assistance from a disability insurance program such as Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). However, filing a disability claim can be difficult and complex - and according to the SSA, 53% of claims are denied. Social security disability attorneys specialize in this area of law and will assist you through every step of the process. Here at the State Bar Attorneys Directory, powered by Best of the Web, all of the social security disability law firms we list have been screened and verified for your peace of mind. 

Abogados de Accidentes
42 Broadway
Suite 1927
New York City, NY 10004

Nuestros abogados tienen décadas de experiencia en el manejo de todo tipo de casos de lesiones personales. Ya sea que haya estado involucrado en un accidente en un vehículo de motor, un local comercial, o un accidente de construcción. Nuestro equipo de abogados maneja todo, de principio a fin, para garantizar los mejores resultados para usted y sus seres queridos.…

5.0
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Phone(212) 514-5100

Abogados de Accidentes
42 Broadway
Suite 1927
New York City, NY 10004

Nuestros abogados tienen décadas de experiencia en el manejo de todo tipo de casos de lesiones personales. Ya sea que haya estado involucrado en un accidente en un vehículo de motor, un local comercial, o un accidente de construcción. Nuestro equipo de abogados maneja todo, de principio a fin, para garantizar los mejores resultados para usted y sus seres queridos.…

Law Offices of Stephen V. Barszcz
6251 Park Blvd.
Suite 3
Pinellas Park, FL 33781

Attorney offering help to those looking social security, federal disability, and federal employee compensation issues.

5.0
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Phone(877) 655-2667

Law Offices of Stephen V. Barszcz
6251 Park Blvd.
Suite 3
Pinellas Park, FL 33781

Attorney offering help to those looking social security, federal disability, and federal employee compensation issues.

Disability Action Advocates
3215 West Charleston Boulevard
Suite 140
Las Vegas, NV 89102

At DAA, we won't deny your claim just because you don't have a doctor's note; we are willing to discuss you case even if you don't have a professional recommendation stating that you are mentally or physically disabled. DAA offers you the opportunity to call and discuss your case - free of charge. DAA is ready to help you with…

4.8
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Phone(702) 900-0545

Disability Action Advocates
3215 West Charleston Boulevard
Suite 140
Las Vegas, NV 89102

At DAA, we won't deny your claim just because you don't have a doctor's note; we are willing to discuss you case even if you don't have a professional recommendation stating that you are mentally or physically disabled. DAA offers you the opportunity to call and discuss your case - free of charge. DAA is ready to help you with…

Scully Disability Law
506 Ridge Rd
Munster, IN 46321

Address: 506 Ridge Road, Munster, Indiana 46321, United States Phone: (219) 836-1380 Website: https://scullydisabilitylaw.com Business Email: [email protected] Business Categories: Social security disability, Supplemental security income Working Hours: Monday To Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Payment Methods: Cash, Visa, Mastercard, American Express (AMEX), Personal Check, ATM/Debit, Discover Social Media Links: https://www.facebook.com/Jack-G-Lezman-PA-Charlotte-Bankruptcy-Attorney-136076209741599/ https://www.avvo.com/attorneys/28226-nc-jack-lezman-1742674.html List of services/products: Disability Lawyer, Disability Attorney Services,…

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Phone(219) 836-1380

Scully Disability Law
506 Ridge Rd
Munster, IN 46321

Address: 506 Ridge Road, Munster, Indiana 46321, United States Phone: (219) 836-1380 Website: https://scullydisabilitylaw.com Business Email: [email protected] Business Categories: Social security disability, Supplemental security income Working Hours: Monday To Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Payment Methods: Cash, Visa, Mastercard, American Express (AMEX), Personal Check, ATM/Debit, Discover Social Media Links: https://www.facebook.com/Jack-G-Lezman-PA-Charlotte-Bankruptcy-Attorney-136076209741599/ https://www.avvo.com/attorneys/28226-nc-jack-lezman-1742674.html List of services/products: Disability Lawyer, Disability Attorney Services,…

The Law Office of Emmett B. Irwin, P.C.
3224 Eastern Ave
Baltimore, MD 21224

The Disability & Medical Benefit Experts

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Phone(443) 839-0818

The Law Office of Emmett B. Irwin, P.C.
3224 Eastern Ave
Baltimore, MD 21224

The Disability & Medical Benefit Experts

Eric Buchanan & Associates, PLLC

Full service firm providing legal services and information pertaining to disability insurance law matters.

5.0
10 Verified Reviews

Eric Buchanan & Associates, PLLC

Full service firm providing legal services and information pertaining to disability insurance law matters.

Donald J. Chewning, Attorney at Law, LLC
525 Dorelle St
Kewaunee, WI 54216

For your federal court representation requirements in Kewaunee, WI, if you meet the attorney at Donald J. Chewning, Attorney at Law, LLC, nothing can prevent justice from coming to you!

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Phone(920) 793-1364

Donald J. Chewning, Attorney at Law, LLC
525 Dorelle St
Kewaunee, WI 54216

For your federal court representation requirements in Kewaunee, WI, if you meet the attorney at Donald J. Chewning, Attorney at Law, LLC, nothing can prevent justice from coming to you!

Law Office of Attorney Daniel Berger
1000 Grand Concourse
Bronx, NY 10451

At the Law Office of Daniel Berger, we have represented individuals in Social Security disability cases since 1996. We understand the frustration and intimidation that can occur when filing. Our expert attorneys will walk you through the entire process so you never take a step alone.

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Phone(855) 444-7024

Law Office of Attorney Daniel Berger
1000 Grand Concourse
Bronx, NY 10451

At the Law Office of Daniel Berger, we have represented individuals in Social Security disability cases since 1996. We understand the frustration and intimidation that can occur when filing. Our expert attorneys will walk you through the entire process so you never take a step alone.

Law Office of Maryjean Ellis, LLC
93 Main Street
Ground Floor
Newton, NJ 07860

I hope you find my disability website helpful. If you live in Northern New Jersey or its surrounding areas and want assistance with your application for Social Security disability benefits or appealing a denial, I can help.

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Phone(973) 940-8635

Law Office of Maryjean Ellis, LLC
93 Main Street
Ground Floor
Newton, NJ 07860

I hope you find my disability website helpful. If you live in Northern New Jersey or its surrounding areas and want assistance with your application for Social Security disability benefits or appealing a denial, I can help.

Marc Whitehead & Associates, Attorneys at Law LLP
3222 Burke Rd #211h
Pasadena, TX 77504

At Marc Whitehead & Associates Attorney At Law, LLP, our disability lawyers in Pasadena, TX are dedicated to helping disabled workers and veterans get the disability benefits they are entitled to when their claims have been unfairly terminated, delayed, or denied. We are experienced in Social Security Disability, Long-Term Disability, Veterans Disability and Life Insurance claims.

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Phone(281) 317-8777

Marc Whitehead & Associates, Attorneys at Law LLP
3222 Burke Rd #211h
Pasadena, TX 77504

At Marc Whitehead & Associates Attorney At Law, LLP, our disability lawyers in Pasadena, TX are dedicated to helping disabled workers and veterans get the disability benefits they are entitled to when their claims have been unfairly terminated, delayed, or denied. We are experienced in Social Security Disability, Long-Term Disability, Veterans Disability and Life Insurance claims.

Marc Whitehead & Associates, Attorneys at Law LLP
16 E Avenue A Suite 214
Temple, TX 76501

Marc Whitehead & Associates Attorney at Law, LLP is a Houston disability law firm with a proven record of success in helping clients win disability denial appeals. We are experienced personal injury trial lawyers as well as disability claims attorneys. We can help people that have had claims denied from disability benefits, Social Security benefits, long term disability insurance, VA…

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Phone(254) 275-5568

Marc Whitehead & Associates, Attorneys at Law LLP
16 E Avenue A Suite 214
Temple, TX 76501

Marc Whitehead & Associates Attorney at Law, LLP is a Houston disability law firm with a proven record of success in helping clients win disability denial appeals. We are experienced personal injury trial lawyers as well as disability claims attorneys. We can help people that have had claims denied from disability benefits, Social Security benefits, long term disability insurance, VA…

Seltzer and Associates, P.C.
1515 Market St
Suite 1100
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Our Philadelphia disability insurance attorneys represent injured healthcare professionals, licensed professionals, and executives in all aspects of their individual and group long-term disability insurance claims, denials, and terminations. Our clients include professionals who have been forced to cut back on the work they perform due to a medical condition or have stopped working altogether to focus on their health. Whether…

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Phone(215) 735-4222

Seltzer and Associates, P.C.
1515 Market St
Suite 1100
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Our Philadelphia disability insurance attorneys represent injured healthcare professionals, licensed professionals, and executives in all aspects of their individual and group long-term disability insurance claims, denials, and terminations. Our clients include professionals who have been forced to cut back on the work they perform due to a medical condition or have stopped working altogether to focus on their health. Whether…

Slepian Smith Ellexson, PLLC
3737 N 7th St
Suite 106
Phoenix, AZ 85014

At Slepian Smith Ellexson, PLLC, our Phoenix Social Security lawyers help clients in Arizona apply for benefits and appeal claims that have been denied. We are committed to helping our clients get results, and we provide whatever level of guidance is needed to get those results. For more information, visit us or contact us today!

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Phone(602) 266-3111

Slepian Smith Ellexson, PLLC
3737 N 7th St
Suite 106
Phoenix, AZ 85014

At Slepian Smith Ellexson, PLLC, our Phoenix Social Security lawyers help clients in Arizona apply for benefits and appeal claims that have been denied. We are committed to helping our clients get results, and we provide whatever level of guidance is needed to get those results. For more information, visit us or contact us today!

Swartz Law, LLC
12022 Blue Valley Pkwy
Overland Park, KS 66213

Swartz Law provides a full range of employment law services to employees and small businesses in Kansas City and the surrounding areas in Kansas and Missouri. We also act as attorney and advisor for startups and small business owners in matters of contract formation and legal compliance. Every client and every matter is important to us and receives personalized attention.…

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Phone(816) 444-8900

Swartz Law, LLC
12022 Blue Valley Pkwy
Overland Park, KS 66213

Swartz Law provides a full range of employment law services to employees and small businesses in Kansas City and the surrounding areas in Kansas and Missouri. We also act as attorney and advisor for startups and small business owners in matters of contract formation and legal compliance. Every client and every matter is important to us and receives personalized attention.…

Gillette Law Group, PLLC

Social security disability law firm based in Hampton Roads focused on helping clients throughout Virginia apply for and appeal denials of Social Security Disability benefits and Virginia Retirement System Disability benefits.

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Gillette Law Group, PLLC

Social security disability law firm based in Hampton Roads focused on helping clients throughout Virginia apply for and appeal denials of Social Security Disability benefits and Virginia Retirement System Disability benefits.

Kushner & Kushner

Florida attorneys fighting on behalf of clients with Social Security disability insurance claims.

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Kushner & Kushner

Florida attorneys fighting on behalf of clients with Social Security disability insurance claims.

Rosenfeld Rafik & Sullivan, P.C.

Provides legal representation for individuals denied insurance coverage for health care. Specializes in health benefits and related areas of law.

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Rosenfeld Rafik & Sullivan, P.C.

Provides legal representation for individuals denied insurance coverage for health care. Specializes in health benefits and related areas of law.

Schneider Wallace Cottrell Konecky LLP

Handles both state-wide and national class actions on behalf of persons with disabilities who have been denied access to employment, business, education, government facilities and services.

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Schneider Wallace Cottrell Konecky LLP

Handles both state-wide and national class actions on behalf of persons with disabilities who have been denied access to employment, business, education, government facilities and services.

The Bishop Law Firm - NC Disability, Injury & Compensation Attorneys

Provides information on legal issues regarding Social Security disability, workers compensation, veterans disability and auto accident injury cases.

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The Bishop Law Firm - NC Disability, Injury & Compensation Attorneys

Provides information on legal issues regarding Social Security disability, workers compensation, veterans disability and auto accident injury cases.

The Clauson Law Firm, PLLC

Provides legal representation specializing in social security disability since 2001.

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The Clauson Law Firm, PLLC

Provides legal representation specializing in social security disability since 2001.

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What is Disability Law?

Disability law is a wide-ranging area of law. Broadly speaking, disability attorneys help clients with several issues. Most social security disability attorneys work to assist their clients in claims for financial assistance. However, other disability law attorneys specialize in fighting against discrimination, especially concerning employment, housing, and education - this area of disability law is largely governed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. 


 

What Does a Social Security Disability Lawyer Do?

 

Because filing for disability can be so difficult, social security disability lawyers are generally experts in this field. Your disability attorney will help you file an initial claim, appeal a rejected claim, file for reconsideration, or file a lawsuit against your insurance company.

 

When you first hire a social security disability attorney, they will conduct a thorough review of your situation and they will take charge of gathering the necessary evidence to support your claim. Disability lawyers know what type of evidence is needed and what exactly the SSA is looking for - it’s a lack of understanding at this stage that causes more than half of non-attorney-assisted claims to be denied.

 

Should your claim be denied, a good social security disability attorney will also prepare your appeal and represent you during the hearing. As a final stage in the process, should your case proceed to a civil trial,  you will need a highly skilled disability lawyer to represent and protect your interests. 

 

How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Social Security Disability Attorney?

 

When you can’t work and are struggling financially, you may think that you can’t afford to hire a disability lawyer. However, the good news is that social security disability attorneys work on a contingency fee basis. This means that you pay nothing upfront - instead, your lawyer will take a portion of the back pay you receive

 

All fee agreements must be approved by the SSA and fees are typically capped at the lower of 25% of your back pay or $6000. Note that this is the maximum - the majority of social security disability cases cost significantly less than the maximum. 

 

There may however be some other costs associated with your claim, such as fees charged for accessing medical records. A good social security disability attorney will ensure that you are aware of all fees and payment requirements before they proceed with your case.

 

Tips for Hiring a Disability Lawyer

 

There are thousands of social security disability law firms in the United States. 

 

Internet searches will find you plenty of disability attorneys, but this random approach will tell you very little about the quality of those attorneys.

 

A better option is to use a specialized legal directory. Our State Bar Attorneys Directory lists hundreds of specialist social security lawyers - and it’s easy to narrow down your search for disability attorneys in your state.

 

You can also read reviews right here in the Directory, to get a feel for which are the most trusted disability law attorneys near you.

 

Once you have a short list, consider each law firm’s experience in your type of disability. The SSA has a defined set of guidelines for each type of disability, from cancer or stroke to fibromyalgia or mental health conditions. Choosing an attorney with extensive experience of your own disability will help to ensure that they use the correct terminology, avoiding delays and denials.  

 

Most social security law firms offer a free initial consultation - attend this with all the details of your claim to hand and be ready to ask questions about the attorney’s fees and about how you will be kept informed of your claim’s progress.

 

It’s advisable to have a free consultation with several social security disability lawyers near you before choosing the one who feels like the best fit for your circumstances.

 

FAQ On Hiring a Social Security Disability Attorney

 

1 - Do I need a disability attorney? Can’t I file my claim myself?

 

You certainly can file for disability yourself. However, this is a notoriously difficult area of law - and with over 50% of claims denied in the first instance, hiring a good social security attorney is likely to save you time, effort, and stress.

 

2 - How long will my social security claim take? Is it quicker if I hire a disability attorney?

 

An initial social security claim can take up to three months to be processed. If approved, claimants must then wait five months from the date of the onset of the disability before receiving their first payment. 

There is no magic way in which a social security disability attorney can bypass this lengthy process - but a skilled disability lawyer can speed things up slightly at certain points - for example by ensuring that all of the evidence needed is present at the right time, or by writing a dire need letter that could get your hearing date scheduled earlier. 

 

3 - Should I hire a disability attorney before I make the initial claim?

 

You can do that, although the majority of people only hire a social security disability attorney once their claim has been denied.

 

Whatever stage your application is at, the government’s own figures suggest that a lawyer-assisted claim is considerably more likely to succeed.

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