Federal Social Security Disability Appeals
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FOR ATTORNEYS AND EDPNA REPRESENTATIVES

Federal court support without building a federal practice.

Are you an experienced Social Security disability attorney or EDPNA who focuses on administrative hearings but finds federal court appeals outside your comfort zone? District court appeals require specialized knowledge of federal civil procedure, complex briefing requirements, and nuanced legal arguments that differ significantly from ALJ practice. A referral partnership can benefit both you and your clients.

Appeal requirements
Nationwide Federal court availability

How our referral partnership works

When your client receives an unfavorable ALJ decision and the Appeals Council denies review or issues an unfavorable decision, don't let a potentially meritorious case end there.

I offer a streamlined referral process designed to extend your advocacy while leveraging my federal court expertise.

Case evaluation process

Merits review

Send me the complete exhibit file, Appeals Council decision, and ALJ decision. I conduct a thorough merits review to assess the viability of federal court appeal. You receive a prompt assessment of whether I can accept the referral.

Seamless client transition

Federal court handling

If accepted, I handle the entire federal court process from complaint through final decision, including complaint drafting, briefing, oral argument (if required), and case resolution. Your client receives specialized federal court representation without disrupting their relationship with you.

Return on remand

Administrative continuity

If we achieve a remand, the case returns to you to continue representing the claimant through the administrative process.

Fee structure that works for everyone

Our partnership operates on a fee structure that doesn't impact your administrative fee entitlement.

Equal Access to Justice Act (EAJA) fees

I am compensated through EAJA fees awarded by the federal court. These fees are completely separate from Section 406(a) administrative past-due benefits. No reduction in your potential administrative fee recovery.

Section 406(b) opportunities

When we achieve success in federal court followed by administrative success, Section 406(b) fees may apply. We can discuss appropriate fee-sharing arrangements for these enhanced recovery situations. Potential for increased overall attorney compensation on successful cases.

Nationwide federal court access

My extensive federal court admissions allow me to handle cases across multiple jurisdictions. For courts where I'm not currently admitted, I can often seek pro hac vice admission to represent your clients anywhere in the country. This means geographic location does not have to limit your ability to provide comprehensive representation.

Why partner with us

Federal court appeals don't have to mean the end of your involvement in a case or a missed opportunity for your client.

Our referral partnership allows you to expand your service offerings while maintaining focus on your administrative practice strengths.

For your practice

  • Maintain client relationships while providing specialized expertise.
  • No need to invest time learning federal court procedures.
  • Potential for enhanced fee recovery on successful cases.
  • Ability to offer complete disability advocacy services.

For your clients

  • Access to an attorney with over 15 years of exclusive Social Security disability experience, and access to paralegal support with over 16 years of exclusive Social Security disability experience.
  • Representation by counsel with federal court success in multiple jurisdictions.
  • Seamless transition between administrative and federal court proceedings.
  • Maximized chances of successful appeal outcome.

For case outcomes

  • Thorough merits evaluation ensures only viable cases proceed to federal court.
  • Experienced federal court advocacy increases likelihood of favorable remands.
  • Comprehensive understanding of both administrative and federal court processes.

Ready to explore partnership opportunities

Contact me today to discuss case evaluation procedures, referral logistics and timelines, fee arrangements and documentation, and specific cases you'd like me to review.

Let's work together to ensure your clients receive the comprehensive advocacy they deserve at every level of the Social Security disability process.

  • Case evaluation procedures.
  • Referral logistics and timelines.
  • Fee arrangements and documentation.
  • Specific cases you'd like me to review.