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Social Security Disability Advocates FAQ
What’s the difference between a disability advocate, a disability representative, and a disability lawyer? What these terms mean depends on who you talk to.
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Social Security Disability Attorney & Lawyer Information
Social Security Disability Attorney, Non-Attorney Disability Advocate & SSI Lawyer Representation by state.
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Should I Hire a Disability Lawyer or a Non-Attorney Advocate?
If you decide to hire someone to represent you at your Social Security disability hearing, you can choose either a disability attorney or a nonattorney representative. Generally, in both cases, the person you hire will not be paid unless you win your disability claim; likewise, both are paid directly by the Social Security Administration (SSA) out of your back payment benefits.
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How Much Will a Social Security Disability Lawyer or Advocate Charge in Attorney Fees?
Unlike many attorneys, disability lawyers do not charge up front fees or require a retainer to work on a Social Security disability case. Most disability attorneys will be paid a fee only if they win the case (this is called a contingency fee.) Here's how it works.
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Can a Social Security Disability Attorney Speed Up a Case?
There are many advantages to having an attorney represent you during the Social Security Disability application and appeals process. There are several ways that having a disability attorney represent you might speed up the process.
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Nolo's Guide to Social Security Disability
Written by a former SSA medical consultant, Nolo's Guide to Social Security Disability is the essential book for learning about the disability process, and can be helpful whether you hire a disability advocate or not.
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