National Disability Alliance works on a contingency fee basis, which means no upfront fees, no retainers, and no hourly bills. You never pay out of pocket to get started. If your claim is approved, our fee is regulated by the federal government and paid by Social Security from your past-due benefits, not your future monthly checks.
You may have heard many myths about Social Security disability benefits, especially regarding the cost and eligibility. Our dedicated team includes former Social Security Administration professionals who work to make the process faster and easier. We will guide you through the process, explaining every step in clear, plain language. Working with us is risk-free because you pay nothing unless we win your case.
What Percentage Do Disability Lawyers Take and What Is the SSA Cap?
National Disability Alliance’s fee is 25% of your past-due benefits, capped at $7,200 for decisions issued before November 30, 2024, and $9,200 for decisions on or after November 30, 2024. The SSA sets the federal cap on fees. If you win, SSA pays the approved fee directly from your back pay, and your future monthly checks are not affected.
Do Disability Lawyer Fees Increase?
Under the SSA’s updated rules, the attorney fee cap is now adjusted annually to account for Social Security’s cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA. When SSA announces the yearly COLA for benefits, the dollar cap on fees increases by the same percentage. The 25% of back pay rule does not change, and the cap is set and published by the SSA.
How Much Will I Actually Pay in Disability Lawyer Fees?
Under the SSA’s rules, the cost of a disability lawyer is 25% of your past-due benefits, up to the current cap. Here are a couple of examples of how the federal fee rules apply:
- If your back pay is $20,000, your disability lawyer’s fee would be 25%, or $5,000.
- If your back pay is $40,000, 25% is $10,000, but the fee is capped at $9,200.
The fees are only deducted from your back-due benefits; your future monthly checks are not affected. With National Disability Alliance, there are no upfront fees, and you can rest assured knowing the disability lawyer cost is federally regulated.
Are There Any Other Disability Lawyer Costs Besides the Contingency Fee?
Some firms may add case expenses, like charging for copies of medical records or mailing/postage, on top of the attorney’s fee. These are not attorney fees, but they can appear on a client bill at some offices and may vary by case and location.
At National Disability Alliance, you pay nothing upfront, and we only collect the contingency fee if you win. There are no retainers, no hourly bills, and no add-on charges for routine tasks. Whether you are seeking SSDI or SSI benefits, and regardless of the type of disability, our goal is to keep costs simple and predictable so you can focus on your health.
If you’re preparing to apply for social security benefits, start with a free case review with National Disability Alliance.
Is Hiring a Disability Lawyer From National Disability Alliance Worth It?
Partnering with National Disability Alliance can significantly increase your chances of approval for disability benefits, even with SSA-capped fees. With SSA experience on your side, we handle the heavy lifting so you can focus on your health and future.
National Disability Association lawyers complete and check your SSA paperwork, manage deadlines, handle communications with the SSA, gather medical documentation and other evidence to build a strong claim, prepare you to testify, represent and advocate for you at a hearing, present your case to an administrative law judge, cross-examine experts, and handle reconsiderations and appeals from start to finish.
Contact us online or call 833-693-4722 for a free consultation.
