Is there a way to check the Credentials of a Disability Lawyer?You can inquire as to whether or not a disability lawyer is board-certified; however, this is probably a great waste of time. Being board-certified does not mean that the lawyer has a high success rate in handling claims, or even that the lawyer is someone who won't decide to dump your case the day before the hearing (when they've finally gotten around to reviewing your file and medical evidence)---it goes without saying that this is a despicable practice, yet a fair number of disability lawyers do engage in this sort of unprofessional conduct. What does it take to be board certified as a Social Security Disability lawyer? The lawyer must be in good standing and have a certain minimum amount of practice experience in social security matters and also must be able to verify that they are acquiring continuing legal education (all lawyers must do this on an ongoing basis and CLE credits are hardly taxing). Rather than being concerned about the credentials of a disability lawyer, the best way to choose a disability lawyer is either to get a referral for one from a person who has actually used the lawyer in the past, or get in touch with the lawyer via some other trusted route. Getting a disability lawyer off of an ad on tv, however, is very much like taking the Forrest Gump approach: you never really know what you're going to get, and all you'l really know from the very start is that the lawyer could afford to pay for the ad. About the Author: Tim Moore is a former Social Security Disability Examiner in North Carolina, has been interviewed by the NY Times and the LA Times on the disability system, and is an Accredited Disability Representative (ADR) in North Carolina. For assistance on a disability application or Appeal in NC, click here. Most popular topics on SSDRC.com Social Security Disability in North Carolina Common Mistakes to avoid after being denied for Disability Tips to Prepare for Filing for Social Security Disability or SSI Advice to Win SSD and SSI Benefit Claims Social Security Disability SSI Questions What is the difference between Social Security Disability and SSI? How to get disability for depression Getting disability for fibromyalgia SSI disability for children with ADHD What is the Application Process for Social Security Disability and SSI? Social Security Disability SSI Exam tips More Social Security Disability SSI Questions What makes you eligible for Social Security Disability or SSI? Related pages: Will I Qualify For Disability Benefits in North Carolina? What does a Social Security Disability Attorney or Representative do for your claim? Getting a Social Security Disability Attorney or Representative for your case How will an attorney help me win disability benefits? Disability Lawyers, Medical Records, and Social Security Hearings What Expenses Will A Social Security Attorney Charge In Addition To The Fee? Can a disability attorney speed up my disability hearing case? Should you get a Disability Lawyer before you File for Disability, or get an answer on your claim? Using a lawyer for a Social Security Disability, SSDI, case Why is Charcot-marie-tooth not on the Social Security Disability list of impairments? Can a disability judge make a decision without a hearing? Will I qualify for Social Security Disability SSI in California Getting a Social Security Disability SSI Attorney in California How long do disability claims take in California and why |
