Associate Disability Attorney

Overview

A legal team specializing in Social Security Disability claims is seeking a licensed full-time Associate Attorney to provide legal advice and represent clients at disability hearings before Social Security Administrative Law Judges (ALJs). The role involves legal writing at the ALJ and Appeals Council levels and requires communication with clients via telephone, mail, and email throughout the disability process.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to clients regarding Social Security Disability claims
• Prepare for and represent clients at disability hearings before SSA ALJs
• Draft legal documents and correspondence for ALJ and Appeals Council levels
• Communicate effectively with clients at all stages of the disability process
• Travel to hearings in various cities and states as required (up to 80% travel)

Requirements

• Licensed attorney
• 1-3+ years of experience practicing Social Security Disability law
• Conducted at least 200 Social Security hearings before SSA ALJs
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Reliable and dependable
• Residence in one of the following states: Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Nevada, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, or Texas
• Ability to travel up to 80% of the time

Home Office Requirements for Remote Work

• Fast internet connection (20MB+)
• Wired Ethernet cable internet connection in home office
• Landline telephone or strong cell phone signal in home office
• Quiet home office environment with no distractions during business hours

Benefits and Compensation

• Competitive salary with 401(k) and profit sharing
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Comprehensive medical benefits package
• Employee wellness program
• Laptop computer, additional monitor, printer, and headphones provided
• Remote internet Wi-Fi access for business travel
• Monthly cell phone stipend

Location

This position is remote but requires residence in one of the following states: CO, FL, GA, NV, NM, PA, SC, or TX. Frequent travel to hearings in other cities and states is required.