Social Security Disability & SSI Benefits Attorney in Philadelphia

Disability Benefits Representation Across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware & Nationwide

Marc Snyder, who leads our disability law practice, spent more than a decade in actuarial management at a major life and health insurance company before earning his law degree in 1997. He understands how insurers and the Social Security Administration build denial arguments before a claim is ever filed, and he applies that knowledge in reverse when building your  case. Combine our admission to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit and more than 35 years of firm-wide disability representation, Rosen Moss Snyder LLP handles disability and Social Security cases that many firms refer out.

We represent clients throughout Philadelphia and across the country at every stage of a disability claim: initial applications, reconsideration, Administrative Law Judge hearings, Appeals Council review, and federal court litigation. Most disability cases are handled on a contingency fee basis, so there are no upfront costs and we share the risk with you.

To talk through your options with our disability team, call (215) 874-3346 or contact us for Social Security help and schedule a free consultation.

Do You Need a Disability Attorney for Your Claim?

Many people file their initial application without representation and then find themselves at a hearing they aren't prepared for. Social Security claims often overlap with other benefits, and if you're currently receiving or seeking short-term disability, how those benefits interact with a federal SSDI claim matters from day one.

Here are several signs that you need the support of our attorneys:

• You've received a denial letter: The vast majority of initial applications are denied. A "Notice of Disapproved Claim" isn't the end of the process, but the appeals timeline has strict deadlines.
• You have a complex medical history: When your disability involves multiple co-occurring conditions, we work with outside medical and vocational experts to align your records with the SSA's Blue Book listing definitions and Residual Functional Capacity standards.
• You're approaching a hearing date: ALJ hearings require focused preparation. We get you ready for questions about daily life and work history and cross-examine any vocational expert testimony that suggests a return to work is possible.
• You're transitioning from private insurance: If your private long-term disability carrier is requiring you to apply for SSDI, Marc Snyder's experience in both LTD and SSDI allows us to manage both claims strategically, helping to prevent one from undermining the other.

Dependable Advocacy for Social Security Disability (SSD) Claims

Social Security Disability Insurance is available to workers who have paid into the system through FICA taxes and whose medical condition prevents any substantial gainful activity for at least 12 months. The SSA evaluates claims against the Blue Book listing of impairments. Where no such listing is met, the SSA evaluates a claim through the Residual Functional Capacity framework that assesses what work, if any, a claimant can still perform. Getting that RFC right is often the difference between approval and denial.

Marc Snyder's decade-plus in actuarial management means he knows how disability evaluations are designed to minimize payouts. He applies that knowledge in reverse, identifying the arguments the SSA is most likely to use and building the evidentiary record to answer them before a hearing is scheduled. We work with outside medical and vocational experts to develop that record, and we represent clients throughout Philadelphia and across the country.

Navigating the Complexities of SSI Benefits

Supplemental Security Income is a needs-based federal program, and qualifying for it requires clearing two separate hurdles: a medical disability that meets the SSA's standard and a financial means test that examines bank accounts, assets, and in-kind support against strict resource limits. Guidance that focuses only on the medical side leaves claimants exposed to technical denials they didn't see coming.

Marc Snyder handles SSI claims alongside SSDI, including situations where clients may qualify for both programs simultaneously. Every case strategy is built around the client's financial and medical picture, so the disclosures presented to the SSA are accurate, complete, and positioned to satisfy both sides of the eligibility standard.

Philadelphia Social Security Disability FAQs

How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Social Security Disability Attorney?

At Rosen Moss Snyder LLP, we work on a contingency fee basis. There are no upfront costs; we only get paid if we win your case. Our fees are typically paid directly out of the past-due benefits, or back pay, that you receive, so the arrangement carries no financial risk to you at the outset.

How Long Does the Appeals Process Take?

According to the SSA, an initial SSDI decision generally takes 6 to 8 months. If an appeal or ALJ hearing is required, the process can take a year or more depending on the backlog at your local hearing office. Having our attorneys involved helps ensure that your file is complete and that no deadlines are missed while your case moves through the queue.

What Happens at a Disability Hearing?

A hearing is held before an Administrative Law Judge, who reviews your medical record and may question you about your daily activities, work history, and functional limitations. We prepare you for that testimony in advance and cross-examine any vocational expert who testifies that jobs exist in the national economy you could still perform. If the ALJ rules against you, we can pursue review at the Appeals Council and, if necessary, in U.S. District Court or before the Third Circuit.

Schedule a Disability Claim Consultation Today

Whether you're filing an initial application or facing a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge, the process demands preparation, medical evidence, and a clear understanding of how the SSA evaluates claims at each level. We handle every stage ourselves without sending you to another firm. That means we represent clients at every point in the claims process, from initial applications and reconsideration through to Administrative Law Judge hearings, Appeals Council review, and federal court litigation. Contact us for Social Security representation and let us build a strategy around your specific situation.

If you're facing a Social Security Disability or SSI issue, call (215) 874-3346 or reach out through our online form to schedule a free consultation with our Philadelphia Social Security Disability attorneys.