Our Social Security Services

We’re proud to offer the Mandeville, LA, community access to reliable, experienced legal representation while in the pursuit of both SSDI and SSI. We offer guidance throughout both of these often confusing, complex application processes to ensure our clients have all of the required information at every step along the way.

SSDI is awarded to those with disabilities that prevent them from providing for themselves by working. Both physical and mental disabilities can qualify an individual for SSDI, but establishing a diagnosis and getting the paperwork done correctly can often be tricky. In order to qualify, a doctor or other professional must verify that your disability makes it impossible for you to provide for yourself. Furthermore, a single mishandled line on a form from your doctor or a single missing page in your file could disqualify you from receiving the awarded benefits you need in order to support yourself. Our social security disability lawyers near Mandeville are here to help you through the process not only with experience and professionalism but also with the compassion and understanding that you deserve.

SSI is funded by the Social Security trust fund and is meant to support those in financial need and meet the often strenuous eligibility requirements. Unfortunately, denials on SSI applications have been increasing each and every year, making it more difficult than ever to obtain an award from this system. In fact, it’s estimated that between 40 and 70 percent of hearings for SSI results in denial, a figure that doesn’t appear to be decreasing anytime soon. Our licensed lawyers are here to ensure you’re getting your best chance at acceptance by not only walking through the paperwork and eligibility requirements with you but also standing beside you as your representation at each court hearing you attend throughout the process. We’ll assist with collecting information, organizing that information, and then relating it to the court in a way that supports your cause.

One major difference that sets us apart from other SSI and SSDI support in the Mandeville area is that we are licensed attorneys, not advocates. While we don’t cost any more than an advocate, our attorneys are licensed and experienced in handling SSI and SSDI cases in Louisiana and have been to law school in order to learn how to represent you correctly. Furthermore, our SSI lawyers near Mandeville will stand beside you in court. The same can not be said about many advocates. We’re licensed, we’re local, and we’re here to ensure you have all the guidance you need while in pursuit of your benefits.

Get the Representation You Deserve

When you choose to work with us as your legal representation while you pursue SSI or SSDI benefits, you can rest assured you’re getting the best, most hands-on representation that Mandeville, LA, has to offer. For thorough work and a team of experienced attorneys who have years of experience with the application processes you’re preparing to handle, contact us at the Law Offices of Melanie Leavitt.

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