Disability lawyers in South Carolina
Atticus has helped thousands of Americans get disability benefits with our national attorney network.
Disability lawyers or representatives near South Carolina
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.
Pilzer Klein, PC
509 W Butler Rd., Greenville, South Carolina 29607
Founded in 1982, Pilzer Klein is celebrated for both their disability law expertise and dedication to client service. The disability process is long, so they assign a single attorney and case manager to every client, and have procedures in place to ensure applicants are contacted regularly. Clients tell us the team is knowledgeable, and that their questions are answered thoroughly, compassionately, and within 24 hours.
McChesney and McChesney
930 South Pine St., Spartanburg, South Carolina 29302
McChesney and McChesney has helped people in South Carolina get disability benefits for the last 40 years. They handle every case as a team, ensuring each client benefits from the expertise of four talented lawyers. Clients tell us they go above and beyond, and are supportive and accessible throughout each stage of the disability process.
Lund Law Carolina
1100 S. Mint St., Charlotte, NC 28203 (Serves South Carolina)
Lund Law has been serving disability claimants exclusively since 2001. They dedicate themselves to streamlining the process and providing personalized attention to every client. Clients tell us the team at Lund is “impeccable”—and that they're courteous from beginning to end.
How South Carolina stacks up
See how disability in South Carolina compares to the rest of the country.
187,510
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.
$1,387
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.
57%
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.
40%
case denial rate
This is lower 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
South Carolina Disability Benefits: How to Qualify, Apply, and Get Approved
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 South Carolina?
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 South Carolina?
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.