Disability Appeals Attorney Houston – SSDI & SSI Appeals

Don't Give Up

The Four Levels of Social Security Disability Appeals

Most initial disability claims are denied. But many of those denials are successfully overturned on appeal — especially with experienced legal representation.

Reconsideration

A different SSA examiner reviews your case. You have 60 days from your denial to file. We help you submit additional evidence.

ALJ Hearing

A hearing before an Administrative Law Judge. This is where most cases are won. Our attorneys prepare you thoroughly.

Appeals Council

If the ALJ denies your claim, we can request review by the SSA's Appeals Council, which may reverse or remand the decision.

Federal Court

As a last resort, we can file suit in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas in Houston.

ALJ Hearings

The ALJ Hearing: Your Best Chance to Win

The Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) hearing is the most important stage in the Social Security appeals process. Unlike the initial review stages, an ALJ hearing gives you the opportunity to appear in person, present testimony, and have your attorney argue your case directly before a judge.

Statistics consistently show that claimants represented by attorneys at ALJ hearings are approved at significantly higher rates than those who represent themselves. Our attorneys have appeared before Houston-area ALJs hundreds of times and know how to present your case effectively.

Thorough pre-hearing case preparation
Submission of all relevant medical evidence
Preparation of your hearing testimony
Cross-examination of vocational and medical experts
Post-hearing briefs when needed

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Disability Appeals