Social Security Attorney

JOB SUMMARY

As a Social Security Attorney at Disability Law Group, you’ll manage a high-volume caseload and represent clients in disability claims and hearings. You’ll collaborate closely with a dedicated Case Manager, Records Managers, and our growing tech-supported infrastructure, including AI tools for brief generation and hearing prep.

This position is ideal for a motivated attorney seeking purpose-driven work in a fast-paced, client-centered environment.

Our core values – listen, invest, vigor, empathy, and solutions – drive us to be better and do better for our clients.

This position offers a great deal of independence, flexibility for personal styles, and responsibility over case files. You will be assigned a Case Manager to assist with a lot of the grunt work for your cases as well as a team to assist with intake, file ordering, etc. This is a full-time position offering competitive pay, BCBS benefits and PTO.

RESONSIBILITIES/JOB DUTIES

• Represent clients before the SSA at all levels: Initial Application, Reconsideration, ALJ Hearings, and Appeals Council.
• Draft legal briefs, memoranda, and Appeals Council letters.
• Collaborate with Case Managers to prepare ERE submissions and ensure timely record acquisition.
• Maintain consistent client communication with empathy and professionalism.
• Monitor filing deadlines, hearing schedules, and appeals using Prevail and ERE systems.
• Participate in weekly department meetings and attorney strategy sessions.
• Work closely with supervising attorney on complex matters and receive structured mentorship.
• Option to participate in Federal USDC work over time (not required initially).

KEY SKILLS

• JD from an accredited law school
• Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan
• Prior SSA representation experience preferred but not required
• Strong writing, communication, and time management skills
• Commitment to disability rights and client-centered advocacy
• Strong analytical, technical, written, communication, and interpersonal skills

Location: Remote. Potential occasional office visits if in the Troy area.

Compensation & Benefits:

💰Base Salary: $90,000-$125,000 + Performance-Based Bonuses

🏥Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

📈 401(k) with Employer Match

🌴 Generous PTO & Paid Holidays (Including your birthday off)

📚 CLE & Bar Dues Reimbursement

⚖️ Work-Life Balance

Note: A short assessment will be assigned to you in the interview process.