An SSDI lawyer can help with Social Security Disability Insurance applications, denied claims, medical evidence, reconsideration requests, administrative hearings, and later stages of the appeals process. If you are unable to work because of a qualifying medical condition, compare attorneys based on their SSDI experience, appeal and hearing experience, location, availability, communication, and fee arrangements before choosing representation.
David Chermol handles matters in Philadelphia, PA involving disability benefit matters, including SSDI claims, appeals, and eligibility issues.
David Bross focuses on personal injury concerns in Cherry Hill, NJ, with attention to accident losses, liability, and claim strategy.
Christopher Le's practice in San Antonio, TX centers on disability benefit matters, including SSDI claims, appeals, and eligibility issues.
Review Michelle Shvarts' profile in Fort Myers, FL, with a practice centered on estate planning and wills, trusts, and asset-transfer planning.
Based in El Paso, TX, Jon Samuel Sipes' practice focuses on Social Security Disability claims and applications, denials, and appeals.
This Houston, TX profile highlights Marc Whitehead's focus on Social Security Disability claims and applications, denials, and appeals.
In Boca Raton, FL, Lisa Gonzalez Goetz's practice includes criminal law matters, especially charges, defense strategy, and court proceedings.
Attorney of over 40 years representing injured workers with an emphasis on public safety employees; founded his practice in 1988 in Encino, California.
James Lee Nation represents Social Security Disability claimants in Huntsville, Alabama, with over 15 years of experience.
Scott L. H. Rubin practices in Philadelphia, PA, with a focus on Social Security Disability claims and applications, denials, and appeals.
Rod Deus handles matters in New Orleans, LA involving injury claims, including damages, insurance issues, and recovery options.
In Lexington, KY, Mckinnley Morgan's practice includes personal injury matters, especially injury claims, liability, and recovery.
Dan Wimmer's practice in Austin, TX centers on Social Security Disability matters, including benefit claims, denials, and appeals.
Neil Berman is a Personal Injury attorney at Rucka, O’Boyle, Lombardo & McKenna in Salinas, California, representing injured clients.
Kiel J. Roeschke's Albuquerque, NM practice is focused on criminal cases, including defense options, court issues, and legal strategy.
The Chicago, IL profile for Lawrence Mabes highlights injury-related matters, including claims, responsibility, and financial recovery.
In Miami, FL, Devina Mistry's practice includes immigration matters, especially petitions, status, visas, and legal processes.
Founder and lead trial attorney at Humphrey & Associates in Anaheim, CA, handling Social Security Disability, workers' comp, and injury cases since 1994.
Madeline M. Mcintosh's Dallas, TX practice covers disability claims, with emphasis on benefit eligibility, denials, and appeal issues.
Douglas I. Friedman focuses his practice on Social Security Disability claims and appeals in Birmingham, Alabama.
Based in San Antonio, TX, Samuel W. Packard's practice includes disability benefit matters, particularly SSDI claims, appeals, and eligibility issues.
John R. Heard handles matters in San Antonio, TX involving Social Security Disability matters, including benefit claims, denials, and appeals.
Michael Makris' Houston, TX practice is focused on disability claims, including benefit eligibility, denials, and appeal issues.
The Atlanta, GA profile for Allison Affleck highlights Social Security Disability matters, including benefit claims, denials, and appeals.
James B. Lewis is an attorney with the Law Office of James B. Lewis in Los Angeles, California, listed in this directory under Social Security Disability.
Principal attorney at Watson Law Firm, P.A. in Springdale, Arkansas, practicing in Northwest Arkansas since 1982 and Peer Review rated by Martindale-Hubbell.
This Fort Myers, FL profile highlights Jonas H. Kushner's focus on disability claims and benefit eligibility, denials, and appeal issues.
Igor Borojevic's Gretna, LA practice covers criminal defense matters, with emphasis on investigations, charges, and case strategy.
Senior Partner Laura McKinnon has represented Social Security disability clients in Fort Smith, Arkansas since founding McKinnon Law Firm in 1988.
Hans Huggler is a Social Security Disability attorney at Borealis Benefits Law, Inc., serving clients in Anchorage, Alaska.
Stacy J. Crider works on family law concerns in Indianapolis, IN, addressing divorce, custody, support, and related disputes.
Lead Social Security Disability attorney in Los Angeles, CA, representing claimants directly since 1993.
Danielle Beaver focuses on disability benefit matters in Honolulu, HI, with attention to SSDI claims, appeals, and eligibility issues.
Amanda B. Cook is the founder of Cook and Associates, guiding immigration law clients in Montgomery, Alabama.
Jeffrey L. Phillips is a personal injury attorney at Phillips Law Group - Injury Lawyers, serving clients in Mesa, Arizona.
This Miami, FL profile highlights Katherine Palacios Moreno's focus on family cases and custody, support, parenting, and marital issues.
The Miami, FL profile for Evan A. Zagoria highlights personal injury matters, including accident-related losses and compensation issues.
For Social Security Disability matters in Fort Myers, FL, Clark W. Berry's practice addresses benefit claims, denials, and appeals.
Dothan, Alabama attorney and firm founder representing injured clients, including spinal cord injury victims, and their families.
Deirdre Dibiaggio's practice in Miami, FL centers on family law matters, including custody, support, divorce, and family disputes.
Stephen J. Odonnell's work in Augusta, ME includes personal injury concerns, with attention to accident losses, liability, and claim strategy.
Gary J. Martone's practice in Albuquerque, NM centers on personal injury concerns, including accident losses, liability, and claim strategy.
Mary Ellen Felps handles disability benefit matters in Austin, TX, including matters related to SSDI claims, appeals, and eligibility issues.
Paul H. Young's work in Philadelphia, PA is centered on Social Security Disability matters, with attention to benefit claims, denials, and appeals.
Bartels represents Social Security Disability claimants in Johnson, Arkansas at Bartels Law Firm.
Megan F. DiTolla is an experienced Social Security Disability attorney representing clients in Long Beach, California.
Based in Dallas, TX, Stanley Denman concentrates on Social Security Disability claims and applications, denials, and appeals.
Former Social Security Administrative Judge turned disability attorney, serving clients in Mobile, AL.
Learn about Thomas M. Farrell IV's Jacksonville, FL practice, including Social Security Disability matters and benefit claims, denials, and appeals.
Alison G. Bosch's Austin, TX practice covers Social Security Disability claims, with emphasis on applications, denials, and appeals.
Paul B. Burkhalter practices in Dallas, TX, with a focus on disability benefit matters and SSDI claims, appeals, and eligibility issues.
Social Security Disability attorney serving clients in Rancho Cucamonga, California.
Review Brent L. Klender's profile in San Antonio, TX, with a practice centered on disability benefit matters and SSDI claims, appeals, and eligibility issues.
Based in Albuquerque, NM, Benjamin Decker's practice focuses on disability benefit matters and SSDI claims, appeals, and eligibility issues.
Irene Ruzin's work in Encino, CA is centered on Social Security Disability matters, with attention to benefit claims, denials, and appeals.
David P. Martin is a Social Security Disability attorney in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, helping clients navigate disability claims, applications, and appeals.
Learn about Kenna Garner's Houston, TX practice, including disability claims and benefit eligibility, denials, and appeal issues.
The Austin, TX profile for Lloyd E. Bemis III highlights Social Security Disability claims, including applications, denials, and appeals.
Nick Callas' work in Columbia, SC includes personal injury matters, with attention to injury claims, liability, and recovery.
Celeste Scalise Qubrosi's San Antonio, TX practice covers disability claims, with emphasis on benefit eligibility, denials, and appeal issues.
Burke Barclay's legal work in Dallas, TX focuses on Social Security Disability claims, including applications, denials, and appeals.
Managing partner of Craig A. Fahey, Attorney at Law, handling Social Security Disability claims in San Diego with 25 years of SSA disability law experience.
Diane McNamara is a Virginia attorney with 35+ years of experience representing injured workers in workers’ compensation cases.
In Houston, TX, Kristi Ward Stephens works on Social Security Disability claims involving applications, denials, and appeals.
Mark L. Martin is a Fayetteville, Arkansas attorney focused on Social Security Disability claims at Martin Law Firm.
Luke Radney's work in Dallas, TX is centered on Social Security Disability matters, with attention to benefit claims, denials, and appeals.
Hector I. Reyes' practice in El Paso, TX centers on Social Security Disability claims, including applications, denials, and appeals.
Melissa A. Proudian is a Social Security Disability attorney in Fresno, California, helping clients pursue SSI and SSDI benefits.
Review Shirley Vu's Austin, TX profile for disability benefit matters and matters involving SSDI claims, appeals, and eligibility issues.
David Dopkin focuses on disability benefit matters in Houston, TX, with attention to SSDI claims, appeals, and eligibility issues.
Jan Dils is the founder of Jan Dils, Attorneys at Law. She established the firm in Parkersburg, West Virginia, in 1994 as a solo attorney.
Mollie Angel represents Social Security Disability and SSI claimants in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
Carol Avard's work in Fort Myers, FL is centered on Social Security Disability matters, with attention to benefit claims, denials, and appeals.
Social Security Disability attorney with Hatixhe Grbeshi Law in San Jose, California.
Certified immigration law specialist who also represents Social Security disability claimants at hearings and in federal court in San Francisco.
Troy D. Monge handles matters in Anaheim, CA involving Social Security Disability matters, including benefit claims, denials, and appeals.
Kay Dansby is a Social Security Disability attorney with extensive experience helping disabled individuals obtain SSD and SSI benefits.
Dave Osborn is a Social Security Disability attorney in Mesa, Arizona, helping clients pursue SSDI and SSI benefits.
Different SSDI claims may require different types of legal assistance.
Although SSDI and SSI can both provide benefits to people with qualifying disabilities, they are different programs.
| SSDI | SSI |
|---|---|
| Primarily based on work history and Social Security-covered earnings | Primarily based on financial need |
| Work credits are generally required | Work credits are not required |
| Available to eligible workers who meet Social Security’s disability requirements | Available to eligible people with limited income and resources |
| Includes specific work-incentive rules for beneficiaries returning to work | Uses different income and resource rules |
| Claims may involve applications, denials, appeals, and hearings | Claims may also involve applications, denials, appeals, and hearings |
Social Security adjusts several disability-related earnings figures periodically.
| 2026 SSDI Rule | Amount |
|---|---|
| Substantial Gainful Activity — Non-Blind | $1,690/month |
| Substantial Gainful Activity — Blind | $2,830/month |
| Trial Work Period Earnings Threshold | $1,210/month |
The evidence needed varies by claim, but disability applications and appeals may involve:
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What does an SSDI lawyer do?
An SSDI lawyer may assist with disability applications, denied claims, medical evidence, reconsideration requests, administrative hearings, and later appeals. The exact role depends on the stage of the claim and the issues affecting eligibility.
Can an SSDI lawyer help after my application is denied?
Yes. An attorney can review the denial, examine the medical and work-related evidence in the file, identify additional information that may be useful, prepare appeal documents, and assist during later stages of the disability process.
What happens after an SSDI claim is denied?
The appeals process can include reconsideration, a hearing before an administrative law judge, Appeals Council review, and federal district court action. A claimant may not need to proceed through every stage.
Can I work while receiving SSDI?
Social Security provides work incentives for certain SSDI beneficiaries. In 2026, earnings of $1,210 or more in a month can generally cause that month to count as a Trial Work Period service month. Other rules apply after the Trial Work Period.
What should I compare before hiring an SSDI attorney?
Compare the attorney’s Social Security Disability experience, work with denied claims and appeals, hearing experience, availability, communication practices, location, and fee arrangements. You should also confirm that the lawyer handles the current stage of your claim.