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Social Security Disability Lawyers in Berkeley, CA
Looking for a social security disability lawyer in Berkeley? Review the directory below to compare your options.
6 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Berkeley, CA
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Showing 6 social security disability lawyers in Berkeley, CA
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East Bay Community Law Center
2921 Adeline St, Berkeley, CA 94703
(510) 548-4040 ebclc.org
Social Justice Collaborative
1832 Second St, Berkeley, CA 94710
(510) 992-3964 socialjusticecollaborative.org
Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund
3075 Adeline St #210, Berkeley, CA 94703
(510) 644-2555 dredf.org
Disability Rights Advocates
2001 Center St #4, Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 665-8644 dralegal.org
Bolt Keenley Kim LLP
2855 Telegraph Ave #517, Berkeley, CA 94705
(510) 225-0696 bkkllp.com
Law Offices of Elizabeth F. McDonald
2140 Shattuck Ave. #807, Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 529-4688 applicant-advocate.com
Social Security Disability lawyers in Berkeley California assist residents with SSDI and SSI claims through the Social Security Administration. These attorneys understand California state disability programs and the local hearing offices in the Bay Area. They help clients gather medical evidence and navigate the application process from initial filing through appeals.
What Does a Social Security Disability Lawyer in Berkeley Cost?
Social Security disability lawyers in California typically work on a contingency fee basis. The SSA caps fees at 25 percent of past due benefits up to a maximum of 7200 dollars as of 2024. Some lawyers may charge a small fee for case costs like medical records. Costs vary by case complexity and attorney policies. This is general information not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a social security disability lawyer in Berkeley do?
A social security disability lawyer helps you prepare and file your SSDI or SSI application. They also represent you at hearings before an Administrative Law Judge in Oakland or San Francisco. Their goal is to ensure your medical records meet SSA requirements for disability benefits.
How long do I have to appeal a denial in California?
You have 60 days from the date of the denial notice to file a Request for Reconsideration with the SSA. If that is denied you have another 60 days to request a hearing. Missing these deadlines can require starting over so act quickly.
Can I get disability benefits for a mental health condition in Berkeley?
Yes the SSA considers mental health conditions like depression anxiety and bipolar disorder under Listing 12.00. A Berkeley lawyer can help you document your condition with treatment records from local providers. California courts have recognized that mental impairments can be disabling under SSA rules.
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