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SSD Timeline

New York Social Security Attorneys

The timeline and process for securing Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits may feel overwhelming. You may have heard that the process can stretch out over years and that the level of detail that the Social Security Administration (SSA) requires is extremely difficult to satisfy.

At Olinsky Law Group, since 1986 our New York SSD attorneys have been offering skilled assistance to those attempting to secure SSD benefits. We have a keen understanding of what the SSA requires and when they require it. We will make an efficient case for your eligibility to receive SSD benefits that takes advantage of every opportunity within the SSD process. Let our firm's experienced representation help you secure the benefits that you deserve.

The SSD Timeline

  • Initial application — Can take up to six months. If your application is rejected, we will apply for reconsideration.
  • Reconsideration — Can take an additional 45 days to nine months. If your reconsideration is rejected, we will apply for a hearing.
  • Hearing — Possibly will take over 2 years before a hearing occurs
  • Hearing decision — Will take between two and nine months. If your hearing fails to secure benefits, we will file an appeal with the appeals council.
  • Appeals Council — This can take an additional six to nine months. Failure to secure benefits at this level calls for an appeal in federal court.
  • Federal District Courts — Will likely take between an additional six and 18 months to resolve from filing.
  • United States Court of Appeals — We can appeal your district court decision, if need be.

Our firm offers exceptional experience at every level of the SSD process. In 2010, we filed more SSD cases with the federal appeals court than any other firm in New York state.

Contact Us

For effective representation that can help you to secure the benefits you and your loved ones deserve, turn to Olinsky Law Group. Our skill and experience allow us to provide exceptional representation to all of our SSD clients. Call 1-888-WIN SSDI (1-888-946-7734) or simply contact us online for a free initial consultation with one of our experienced SSD lawyers in Syracuse or Rochester. We offer contingent fees to better meet the needs of our clients.

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Olinsky Law Group
One Park Place - 5th floor
300 South State St.
Syracuse, NY 13202

Toll Free: 888-946-7734
Fax: 315-701-5781
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Olinsky Law Group
16 Main St. West ., 7th floor
Rochester, NY 14614

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Fax: 315-701-5781
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