Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Social Security Disability Advocates in Charlotte
Disability Attorney Services has been dedicated to helping clients secure Social Security Disability benefits since 2012. Our firm focuses exclusively on SSDI and SSI claims, leveraging decades of combined experience and board-certified expertise through NOSSCR. We prioritize personalized care, maintaining direct communication between clients and attorneys throughout every stage of the claims process. Our success stems from strategic legal approaches, deep understanding of Social Security Administration protocols, and strong relationships with judges across multiple states.We operate on a contingency fee basis, ensuring no upfront costs for clients until benefits are recovered. Recognized as a National Top 100 firm by ACRD in 2024, we serve clients nationwide with offices in Charlotte and Asheville, North Carolina. Our team's extensive trial experience and commitment to client advocacy make us uniquely qualified to handle complex disability cases from initial applications through federal court appeals.
Services
SSDI Claims
SSI Applications
Disability Appeals
Veterans Disability
Disability Hearings
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- Board-certified Social Security disability attorneys with NOSSCR certification
- Established relationships with Social Security judges across multiple states
- Personalized one-on-one client care throughout the entire claims process
- Contingency fee structure - no payment unless benefits are recovered
- Recognized as National Top 100 firm by ACRD in 2024
Associations and certifications
- National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives (NOSSCR)
What people say
Staff is excellent
Personal attention
Successful appeals
Professional relationships
Top firm
Services
SSDI Claims
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claims require demonstrating work history and medical limitations. Our attorneys help clients document their employment history and medical conditions to establish eligibility. We prepare comprehensive applications that meet SSA requirements while advocating for timely approvals.
SSI Applications
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) applications focus on financial need rather than work history. We assist clients in documenting income limitations and medical conditions that prevent employment. Our team ensures compliance with asset restrictions while building strong cases for approval.
Disability Appeals
Denied disability claims require strategic appeals that address specific weaknesses in initial decisions. Our attorneys analyze denial reasons, gather additional medical evidence, and craft legal arguments for reconsideration. We represent clients through all appeal stages including federal court if necessary.
Veterans Disability
Veterans can qualify for both VA benefits and Social Security disability. We help service members document service-connected disabilities while navigating the unique requirements of VA claims. Our team coordinates with military medical records to establish eligibility for combined benefits.
Disability Hearings
Administrative law judge hearings require experienced legal representation. Our attorneys prepare clients for testimony, present medical evidence effectively, and challenge adverse decisions. We leverage relationships with judges while employing proven strategies to maximize approval chances during hearings.
People
Gary Brown
Attorney
Gary Brown founded Disability Attorney Services in 2012 after practicing law in New Orleans and working in family business. He focuses exclusively on Social Security disability claims, personally handling client communications and leveraging relationships with judges to maximize case success.
Brett Fulton
Attorney
Brett Fulton joined the firm after practicing criminal law in Arizona and North Carolina. Licensed since 2001, he specializes in SSDI, SSI, and VA disability claims. His trial experience helps identify winning legal arguments while managing the firm's operational systems and case management processes.
Questions
What types of disability claims do you handle?
We specialize in Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claims. We also assist veterans with disability claims and handle appeals for denied cases.
How much does it cost to hire your firm?
We work on a contingency fee basis - you pay nothing unless we recover benefits. Our fee is 25% of back benefits up to $9,200, with no upfront costs.
What happens if my claim gets denied?
We handle all appeal stages including reconsideration, administrative law judge hearings, and federal court appeals. We identify errors in denial decisions and build stronger cases for approval.
How long does the disability process take?
Initial applications typically take 6-9 months. Reconsideration appeals take 4-6 months, while administrative law judge hearings generally require 4-6 months from request to decision.
Can I apply for disability if I'm working?
Work activity is measured by earnings rather than hours. If you earn less than $1,380 monthly due to medical limitations, you may still qualify for disability benefits.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free case evaluations with no obligation. Our intake specialists will assess your situation and determine if we can help you secure disability benefits.
