No Upfront Costs

Disability lawyers do not charge any money upfront. They understand that clients are often struggling financially and unable to work due to their condition. That’s why:

• You only pay if you win.
• If your claim is denied, you owe your lawyer nothing.

Standard Fee Set by Federal Law

The Social Security Administration (SSA) sets a cap on how much lawyers can charge. As of now:

• The maximum fee is 25% of your past-due benefits, up to $7,200.
• This fee is only taken from the back pay you’re awarded (benefits owed to you from the time you became disabled to the time your claim is approved).
• You do not owe a percentage of your ongoing monthly benefits.

Example:

• If your back pay is $10,000, your lawyer could receive $2,500.
• If your back pay is $40,000, your lawyer will receive the capped amount of $7,200.

Other Possible Costs

While attorney fees are capped, there may be small out-of-pocket costs for things like:

• Requesting medical records
• Mailing documents
• Copying fees

These are usually minimal and can be discussed with your lawyer ahead of time.

Why Hiring a Disability Lawyer Is Worth It

Even though you’re paying a fee, working with a disability lawyer can significantly increase your chances of approval, especially if:

• You’ve been denied and need to appeal
• You’re attending a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge
• Your case is complex or involves rare medical conditions