Disability lawyers in Virginia
Atticus has helped thousands of Americans get disability benefits with our national attorney network.
Disability lawyers or representatives near Virginia
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.
Joyce and Bary Law, PLC
6149 Airport Rd., Roanoke, Virginia 24019
The team at Joyce and Bary law have successfully represented disability applicants for over 40 years. They're known to take cases from the very start, and for remaining diligent throughout the process—swiftly relaying new evidence and medical info to the SSA. Clients say their office is "always on top of it,” and is patient and compassionate when answering questions about the process.
Derek Cervoni of Cervoni Disability Law
200 Little Falls St., Suite 507, Falls Church, Virginia 22046
Derek Cervioni has practiced SSD exclusively for over 25 years and has represented clients at thousands of hearings. His team jumps through hoops some lawyers won't—requesting medical records on a client's behalf, updating case files, and handling cases from day one. Clients appreciate that Derek takes on cases that are challenging to win—successfully representing clients with complex medical histories and rare conditions.
Robert W. Gillikin
160 W Brambleton Ave., Norfolk, Virginia 23510
Since 2003, Attorney Robert Gillikin has handled over 7,000 disability claims, successfully representing clients before the Social Security Administration. Regardless of his caseload, Rob meets with each client individually and remains an accessible and caring steward throughout the claims process. Clients describe Robert's team as very detailed and "extremely informed.”
How Virginia stacks up
See how disability in Virginia compares to the rest of the country.
224,970
residents on disability
$180,000
average lifetime payout
15
mo. average time to hearing
This hearing wait time is about average. SSA waiting periods are long, but a lawyer can help you file paperwork prompty and accurately.
$1,371
average monthly benefit
This is slightly more than the national average. Your benefit amount will depend on your work and tax history.
$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.
58%
application denial rate
This is lower than the national average. If you're denied, don't be discouraged! Most successful applicants win benefits during the appeal phase.
52%
case denial rate
This is 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
Virginia Disability Benefits: How To Qualify and How Much You’ll Earn
How to Find the Best Disability Lawyer (4 Questions You Should Ask Them)
Do I Need a Lawyer to Apply for Disability Benefits?
FAQs about disability
Do I need a disability lawyer in Virginia?
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 Virginia?
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.