Disability lawyers in Phoenix
Atticus has helped thousands of Americans get disability benefits with our national attorney network.
Disability lawyers or representatives near Phoenix
Here are just a few of our high-quality, professionally vetted lawyers and non-attorney representatives who serve your area. Take our quiz, and you’ll be connected to the perfect firm for your case.
Desert Disability
7272 East Indian School Rd., Scottsdale, Arizona 85251
The Desert Disability legal team has 40-years of experience in disability law. Our clients feel confident that their team works hard on their behalf. They explain the process clearly, keep you in the loop throughout your claim, and have a caring and personable intake team.
Hallinan & Killpack Law Firm
5240 E Pima St., Tucson, Arizona 85712
Hallinan & Killpack Law is a close-knit legal practice that provides compassionate service. Clients tell us they’re responsive to questions and put your mind at ease throughout your case. They’ve been practicing disability law since 2005.
Menard Disability Law
5151 E Broadway Blvd., Tuscon, Arizona 85711
U.S. army veteran Angela Menard founded Menard Disability Law on the principle that all people deserve dignity and respect as they navigate the benefits process. Clients tell us their team makes the SSDI process easy to navigate and much simpler to understand.
How Arizona stacks up
See how disability in Arizona compares to the rest of the country.
162,542
residents on disability
$180,000
average lifetime payout
18
mo. average time to hearing
This is about three months longer than the average hearing wait time. SSA waiting periods are long, but a lawyer can help you file paperwork prompty and accurately.
$1,414
average monthly benefit
This is slightly more than the national average. Your benefit amount will depend on the amount you've paid in taxes to the SSA.
$3,627
max monthly benefit
The maximum monthly SSDI benefit is the same for everyone, regardless of your location or condition. It's adjusted regularly for the cost of living.
64%
application denial rate
This is slightly lower than the national average. If you're denied, don't be discouraged! Most successful applicants win benefits during the appeal phase.
48%
case denial rate
This is slightly higher than the national average. A lawyer can help you prepare for a hearing, cross-examine witnesses from the state, and significantly improve your chances approval.
SSDI + SSI: Why work with a lawyer?
SSDI + SSI: Why work with a lawyer?
The disability application process can be stressful, and a lawyer can help at every stage of your claim—gathering your medical records, submitting your initial paperwork, appealing if you’re rejected, and representing you at a hearing. 83% of disability applicants have representation by the hearing stage. And you’re three times as likely to win benefits when you apply with an attorney. Best of all—you don’t pay lawyers until you’re approved, and their fees are capped by law.
Learn more about disability benefits
Arizona Disability Benefits: How to Qualify, Apply, and Get Approved
Do I Need a Lawyer to Apply for Disability?
What Do Social Security Disability Lawyers Do (That I Can’t)?
FAQs about disability
Do I need a disability lawyer in Arizona?
You're three times as likely to win benefits with a disability lawyer, and 83% of applicants have legal representation at the hearing stage. While there are some exceptions (e.g. individuals with terminal conditions), working with a disabiltiy lawyer is useful for almost everyone. They make it easier to apply, improve your odds of approval, and charge nothing until you win.
How much do disability lawyers charge in Arizona?
Disability lawyers cost nothing until you win. Once you're approved, they'll take 25% of your first check (capped at a maximum of $7,200). These limits are set by law, nationwide, so lawyers can never charge you more for working with Atticus.
How does Atticus find the right lawyer for me?
Our Harvard and Stanford-trained lawyers vet disabiltiy firms nationwide, and invite the top firms into our network. To get matched, you'll fill out our 2-minute disability quiz and talk briefly with one of our client advocates. They'll consider your case details and find the lawyer who's the best fit for you.