Are you looking for someone to represent you on a disability appeal?

Community Advocates provides representation to individuals who have received a denial letter from Social Security after filing a disability application. Because our resources are limited, we are unable to provide representation in all cases. If you are an adult who has received a denial from Social Security and you wish to appeal, please print out and complete this form and return to Community Advocates as soon as possible. You will be contacted within three business days.

If you are a parent or guardian wishing to file an appeal on behalf of a minor child, please print out and complete this form and return to Community Advocates.

If, after reviewing your application, we determine that we are able to represent you, we will set up a time for you to come in for an intake appointment. We regret that we are unable to see Social Security Disability clients without appointments. When you come in, you will need to bring the following documentation and/or information with you:

  • Copies of any correspondence you have received from Social Security, including any denial letters

  • Any medical records, treatment notes, test results, prescriptions, or other documentation of your condition

  • A list of all the doctors, therapists, specialists and other health care providers you have seen related to the condition(s) which prevent you from working

  • A list of all the medications, prescription and over-the-counter, you currently take

  • A list of all of your employers for the past 15 years

  • Any other information you feel will assist us in evaluating your claim

Community Advocates charges the statutory fee for representation in disability claims as outlined in our fee agreement. Please note that Social Security attorney and non-attorney representatives may charge a fee for representation not to exceed 25% of any retroactive benefit payment a claimant receives, but such fee may not exceed $5,300. No fee may be collected if the claim is ultimately denied.

More information on fees and your right to representation is available at the Social Security website.