Social Security Law Attorney in Minneapolis, MN

In-House

Minneapolis, MN

Social Security Law Attorney in Minneapolis, MN

Attorney

No

Job Title: Associate Attorney

Job Responsibilities:
- Provide representation for clients scheduled to appear before an Administrative Law Judge.
- Assist in the development and implementation of scalable policies and procedures, administration, tracking, and templates.
- Appropriately escalate legal and business matters.
- Review client cases to identify candidates for On the Record (OTR) and Premier Hearing appropriateness.
- Review Administrative Law Judge and Appeals Council decisions to determine the viability of an appeal to the Appeals Council or Federal District Court.
- Respond to questions, requests for information, and comments regarding the law and other office work products from in-house staff.
- Conduct legal research requested by management and respond to technical and legal questions.
- Respond to all issues involving a Better Business Bureau or Bar complaint, and work with in-house staff and clients if necessary to avoid such complaints.
- Identify SSA, DDS, & ODAR services that may be used by the company to increase efficiency and service clients better.
- Draft pre-hearing, post-hearing, and/or appellate briefs on behalf of clients.
- Assist with other department functions as directed by the supervisor.

Education and Experience Information:
- Must be a graduate of an accredited law school and a member in good standing of at least one state bar.
- Experience in Social Security Administration is desirable.
- Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, business judgment, and project management skills.
- Superior analytic and writing skills are required.
- Highly motivated, self-starter with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to work efficiently and proactively on multiple projects under tight deadlines while maintaining a commitment to quality.

Salary Information:
- Compensation for this role is expected to start at $60,000 plus variable commission and will depend on skills, qualifications, and experience.
- The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance options, flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability insurance, life and AD&D insurance, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match, paid time off, paid holidays, commuter benefits, access to an Employee Assistance Program, well-being coaching services, and voluntary benefits such as home, auto, and pet insurance, and discounted legal and financial services.

About the Company:
- The company is a full-service disability advocacy firm that assists individuals in obtaining Social Security Disability benefits.
- The company values and mentors each member of its team, seeking talented, goal-oriented professionals who thrive in a flexible but challenging work environment.
- The company promotes an entrepreneurial, friendly culture that applauds innovation and results while embracing change and independence.
- The company is an equal opportunity employer.