Social Security Attorney In Reno

People who qualify for Social Security, SSI, or similar programs probably don't need a lawyer when making their initial claim. Though a lawyer may be helpful in filling out the paperwork properly, and can provide tips on ways to process it more expediently, an applicant can do that himself in the initial stages. Things become more difficult when the Social Security Administration rejects a given claim. They have many reasons for doing so and will usually provide an explanation in a letter to the applicant. When that happens, it is advisable to contact an attorney knowledgeable in the appeals process. Strict laws govern the fees an attorney can claim for such services, allowing clients on a fixed or limited income to make use of their expertise.

Under the law, Social Security attorneys are allowed to:

• file claims at their client's behest.
• examine Social Security files for pertinent facts.
• access medical records, which are a key part of many claims.
• represent the client as an attorney at any hearings, filings or court appearances.

Social Security Attorneys in Reno, NV Can Pursue Claims Vigorously

When a claim has been denied, the prudent course of action is to have a lawyer file an appeal within 60 days. The appeals process can last for many months, and entail court hearings and multiple subsequent appeals as well. The same holds true for SSI claims and claims for other disability benefits. State statutes must also be taken into consideration, particularly those that cover marriage and familial relations to the claimant. Attorneys at David Allen & Associates Law can file claims and represent Social Security applicants in Reno, NV and elsewhere in Nevada and California.