Social Security Disability Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a dedicated Social Security Disability Attorney to join their team in North Carolina. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the community while working in a supportive and collaborative environment. The position is open to various office locations, including Durham, Greensboro, Wilmington, and Winston-Salem, NC.

Duties

• Handle a caseload of Social Security disability cases from initial stages through hearings.
• Guide and assist paralegals with their Social Security disability caseloads.
• Engage in extensive client interaction, including intake review and ongoing communications.
• Read and summarize medical records for case preparation.
• Prepare briefs and requests for on-the-record decisions.
• Prepare clients for hearings and represent them before Administrative Law Judges.
• Conduct opening and closing statements and cross-examine vocational witnesses.

Requirements

• Licensed in any state and in good standing with the State Bar.
• Two or more years of experience in Social Security Disability Law.
• Advanced analytical and strong writing skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and assume significant responsibility.
• Understanding of Social Security regulations, POMS, HALLEX, and related matters.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Bar Membership required.

Skills

• Strong time management and deadline-oriented.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment.
• Empathy towards clients dealing with difficult circumstances.

Benefits

• 401k plan with company matching contribution.
• Three medical insurance plan options.
• Medical and dependent care Flexible Spending Plan.
• Health Savings Account with company matching contribution.
• Vision and dental insurance.
• Life insurance coverage with additional purchase options.
• Short- and long-term disability plans.
• Four weeks paid time off and twelve paid holidays.
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage.
• Annual CLE requirements paid by the company.
• Professional organization memberships paid by the company.
• Monetary service milestones.
• Training and educational opportunities.
• Advancement opportunities.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
400 Perimeter Center Ter NE Ste 900
Atlanta
Georgia
United States 30346
Phone : 770-450-2000
Fax : (213) 895-7306