Disability & Social Security Associate Attorney

Slepian Ellexson, PLLC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Job summary

Slepian Ellexson, PLLC in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Junior Associate for a boutique disability law practice focused on Social Security disability representation. The role includes meeting clients, analyzing cases for strengths and weaknesses, and drafting briefs for the Social Security Administration, with hearings expected monthly.

Bar admission in any state is required. Social Security experience is preferred but we will consider enthusiastic candidates who demonstrate strong writing, analysis,

Qualifications

• Bar admission in any state is required.
• Social Security experience preferred, but will consider inexperienced candidates who show strong writing, analysis and communication skills.
• Demonstrated interest in helping others and ability to learn quickly.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Meet with new clients and assess their cases.
• Analyze cases for strengths and weaknesses.
• Draft briefs for the Social Security Administration.
• Represent clients in hearings (10–20 per month).
• Draft Appeals Council briefs and collaborate with staff.
• Participate in discussions and training to prepare for hearings.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Legal writing

Legal analysis

Oral advocacy

Organization

Time management

Willingness to learn

Job description

Slepian Ellexson, PLLC in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Junior Associate for a boutique disability law practice focused on Social Security disability representation. The role includes meeting clients, analyzing cases for strengths and weaknesses, and drafting briefs for the Social Security Administration, with hearings expected monthly.

Bar admission in any state is required. Social Security experience is preferred but we will consider enthusiastic candidates who demonstrate strong writing, analysis,