Unlocking Social Security Disability Benefit Applications

Understanding your client’s medical conditions and daily impact is crucial to working correctly with the Social Security Administration. This program will assist by giving attorneys a practical guide and systematic approach on how to help clients with their Social Security disability applications, as well as common pitfalls and strategies to dealing with Social Security examiners and medical practitioners.

Attendees will also gain insight into helpful questions to ask clients when putting together their applications. They will also understand the importance of knowing the different types of chronic physical conditions and emotional impairments, their symptoms, and how they impact your client’s daily life.

This course is designed for all levels of attorneys who wish to know how to navigate the Social Security disability application process or would like a fresh approach. This course is also applicable if you have clients who have recently been denied benefits and would like insight on how to handle an appeal.

Learning Objectives:

• Evaluate the application process
• Manage your client’s apprehension, nerves, and fears
• Recognize the Social Security Administration and the types of questions they will ask about your client’s condition
• Emphasize the importance of understanding your client’s underlying physical and emotional needs

Production Date: 1/11/2024