Location: Remote (Florida candidates preferred for occasional in-person meetings and court appearances)
Join a mission-driven law firm helping clients nationwide secure Social Security Disability and VA benefits. We don’t just win cases—we restore hope, providing essential support to clients facing life-changing challenges.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Remote-first flexibility with structured hours (9 AM–5 PM ET)
- Generous PTO: 20 days, with potential for unlimited PTO if KPIs are met
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Competitive salary: Starting at $100,000, with opportunities for higher pay based on experience, plus performance-based bonuses
- Supportive team culture: collaborative, growth-focused, and fun
- Meaningful work: Make a real difference in the lives of clients with disabilities
Position Overview
As a disability attorney, you will represent clients at all stages of the disability claims process—from initial applications and reconsiderations to administrative hearings.
Responsibilities include:
- Building trust-based relationships with clients and understanding their needs.
- Developing persuasive legal arguments and advocating zealously on behalf of clients.
- Preparing for hearings, including pre-hearing interviews, cross-examination of medical and vocational experts, and drafting briefs or correspondence.
- Maintaining accurate case notes, deadlines, and communications in our case management system.
- Staying up-to-date with changes in statutes, regulations, and case law.
- Collaborating with support staff to ensure timely and effective client service.
- Participating in firm-wide training, case reviews, and professional development initiatives.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
- Active and good standing with at least one state bar; multi-state licensure is a plus
- Experience handling Social Security and/or VA disability cases
- Excellent oral and written advocacy skills
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a significant caseload with competing deadlines
- Empathy, patience, and genuine desire to serve individuals with disabilities
- Proficiency with legal research tools and case management software
- Willingness to travel for hearings as needed (cost covered)
- Bilingual abilities are a plus, but not required
Our Core Values
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Relentless Advocacy – fight passionately for clients.
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Competence – know the law and their files better than anyone.
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Compassion – genuinely care about clients and colleagues.
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Integrity – uphold the highest ethical standards.
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Efficiency – use time and resources wisely, including leveraging technology to its fullest.
To apply, please send your resume to kristel@hiringandempowering.com.
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