Social Security Disability Hearing Attorney – Hybrid NYC

Mindset Care Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Career growth

Job summary

Mindset Care, Inc. in New York City seeks an experienced Disability Hearing Attorney to advocate for SSDI/SSI claimants through hearings and appeals in a hybrid NYC setting.

You will lead case strategy, review medical records, mentor junior attorneys, and collaborate with case managers and staff while embracing technology-enabled workflows.

Qualifications

• Admitted to the bar in at least one U.S. state.
• 4+ years of relevant legal experience preferred, with disability hearings/appeals.
• Strong knowledge of Social Security Disability law and SSA procedures.
• Excellent hearing, research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to interpret medical terminology and translate evidence into a case.
• Empathy, judgment, ethics, attention to detail, and client advocacy.
• Comfort with technology-enabled workflows and hybrid office work in NYC.

Responsibilities

• Counsel clients on SSI/SSDI eligibility and hearing strategy.
• Represent clients at disability hearings before administrative law judges.
• Review medical records and other evidence to build strong cases.
• Conduct legal research and draft briefs, motions, and submissions.
• Communicate clearly with clients, SSA, and internal partners.
• Manage an active caseload, meet deadlines, and document work.
• Stay current on SSA regulations, policies, and case law.
• Coach or mentor junior attorneys and staff.
• Collaborate with case managers and legal support staff using digital tools.

Skills

Oral advocacy

Legal research

Writing

Communication

Empathy

Attention to detail

Time management

Team collaboration

Tools

Google Workspace

Slack

Video conferencing

AI-assisted legal tech

Job description

Social Security Disability Hearing Attorney – Hybrid NYC

About Mindset Care, Inc.

Mindset was founded to create a better experience for those with a mental illness and their caregivers in applying for Social Security Disability benefits.Our team of Social Security Disability lawyers and representatives has helped thousands of individuals through the arduous process of obtaining Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and/or Supplemental Security income (SSI) through the Social Security Administration.

The Role

Mindset is seeking an experienced, client-centered Disability Hearing Attorney to represent claimants through disability hearings and appeals. This role combines strong legal advocacy, sound judgment, empathy, and disciplined case management to help clients navigate a complex and consequential process.

Work Location

This is a hybrid role based in Mindset’s office in New York City’s Financial District. The attorney will work regularly from the office to collaborate with colleagues and may work remotely as appropriate. The specific in-office schedule will be discussed during the interview process.

Job Responsibilities:

• Counsel clients on SSI and SSDI eligibility, case strategy, application requirements, and the hearing and appeals process.
• Prepare for and represent clients at disability hearings before administrative law judges, including developing persuasive arguments, examining witnesses, and presenting evidence.
• Review and synthesize medical records, employment history, and other evidence to build clear, well-supported cases.
• Conduct legal research and draft briefs, motions, and other submissions required for disability claims and appeals.
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients, government agencies, administrative law judges, and internal partners.
• Manage an active caseload, meet deadlines, maintain accurate documentation, and keep clients informed.
• Stay current on Social Security Administration regulations, policies, procedures, and relevant case law.
• Own the accuracy and completeness of applications, appeals, and supporting documentation, applying senior judgment to position cases for success.
• Serve as the primary legal point of contact for clients and coordinate with the Social Security Administration and other agencies throughout each matter.
• Partner closely with case managers, legal support staff, and fellow attorneys; provide coaching and mentorship to developing attorneys and team members.
• Use and help improve digital case management systems, cloud-based collaboration tools, and AI-assisted legal workflows to manage caseloads efficiently and strengthen legal operations.

Job Qualifications:

• Admission to the bar in at least one U.S. state and authorization to represent claimants before the Social Security Administration.
• Four or more years of relevant legal experience is preferred, with a track record of representing clients in disability hearings and appeals. Attorneys with less experience—or professionals with directly relevant experience before licensure—will also be considered.
• Strong knowledge of Social Security Disability law, SSA regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Excellent hearing, legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to interpret medical terminology, records, and diagnostic information and translate that evidence into a compelling case.
• Empathy, sound judgment, ethical conduct, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to client advocacy.
• Clear written and verbal communication, strong organization and time management, and comfort working in a technology-enabled environment.
• Ability to work on a hybrid basis from Mindset’s Financial District office in New York City.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across legal and operations teams and to coach or mentor less-experienced attorneys and staff.
• Advanced proficiency with digital case management systems and cloud-based tools such as Google Workspace, Slack, video conferencing, and AI-assisted legal technology; able to evaluate and improve technology-enabled workflows.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with federal-level disability claims.
• Experience working in a remote or technology-first environment.
• Meaningful responsibility and ownership from the start.
• Opportunities to grow and advance with the company.
• A creative, transparent, mission-driven team focused on improving the disability benefits experience.
• A collaborative hybrid environment based in Mindset’s Financial District office.