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Q: What do social security lawyers do to prepare to represent your disability claim?

A: The first thing most social security lawyers do to prepare to represent a disability claim is to review the file of the claimant. They want to know every detail of the case and determine what additional information or supporting evidence might be needed. The next step most social security lawyers will take is to obtain the additional supporting evidence. Often, this means getting current and complete medical records and supporting documentation from the treating physician. Because social security lawyers deal with disability cases regularly, they have an easier time obtaining records that a claimant may have been unable to obtain. The third thing social security lawyers will do is prepare their claimants for the disability review process. It takes some claims months and years before a decision is finally reached regarding benefits. Lawyers will explain the process and appropriate expectations for what lies ahead. Lawyers whose clients are facing a hearing soon, will help those claimants prepare for those proceedings. Social security lawyers have various approaches to how they deal with disability claims, but they will always familiarize themselves with the case, gather additional crucial supporting evidence and make sure claimants are prepared for what is ahead.

Q: How will your lawyer prepare you for a hearing?

A: Your lawyer will make sure you know how to dress and conduct yourself appropriately and honestly at your hearing. He or she will go over the details of your case, so you are not surprised by any evidence or questions. Lawyers will often go through some mock questions with you, so you know what to expect during the hearing. He or she will assure that you know the date, time and location of your hearing and that you have transportation to get there.