Associate Disability Attorney

Overview

An established legal team specializing in Social Security Disability law is seeking a licensed full-time Associate Disability Attorney. The role involves providing legal advice to clients and representing them at disability hearings before Social Security Administrative Law Judges (ALJs). This position requires legal writing at both the ALJ and Appeals Council levels and effective communication with clients throughout the disability process.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients at Social Security disability hearings before ALJs
• Prepare legal documents and conduct legal writing for hearings and appeals
• Communicate with clients via telephone, mail, and email at all stages of the disability claims 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: California, Texas, Georgia, Florida, Nevada, Tennessee, District of Columbia, North Carolina, or South Carolina

Home Office Requirements (Remote Position)

• 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

Provided Equipment and Benefits

• Laptop computer, additional monitor, printer, and headphones
• Remote internet Wi-Fi access for business travel
• Monthly cell phone stipend

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 401(k) plan and profit sharing
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Comprehensive medical benefits package
• Employee wellness program

Location

This position is remote but requires residence in one of the specified states and travel to hearings in other cities and states as needed.