
Attorney - Social Security Disability / ERISA Long Term Disability
Tucker Disability Law, P.A. See More Job Openings by This Employer
You’ve Fought 100 SSDI Hearings. Now Come Win With Us.
If you’re a licensed attorney who has handled at least 100 Social Security Disability hearings, we want you on our team. You already know the challenges of the system — now bring that experience to a firm that values your skill, backs you with real support, and gives you room to grow.
Job Description
This attorney position will represent claimants in both Social Security Disability and ERISA Disability Insurance cases. You will play a critical role in representing claimants through all stages of both disability benefits processes. This position is ideal for an attorney with a passion for client advocacy, strong hearing and writing skills, and a commitment to serving individuals facing life-altering disabilities.
We are a team of highly trained and dedicated professionals working to get those with disabilities and their survivors the disability compensation to which they are entitled. This is a full-time position performed remotely.
If you share our passion for making a difference in the lives of people dealing with the impact of disability, we invite you to apply for this Attorney position.
Responsibilities:
- Personally represent and manage caseload of Social Security Insurance (SSDI) claims, including initial filings, appeals, and hearings
- Personally manage a caseload of ERISA Disability Insurance cases, including pre-suit claims, appeals, and federal court filings.
- Maintain excellent relationships with clients, including delivering empathetic legal services that are personalized to each client's situation
- Respond to written and telephone inquiries from clients
- Evaluate medical records, work history, and vocational evidence to understand necessary proof to be developed and present strong argument.
- Maintain effective communication and personal relationships with clients through mail, telephone, and email
- Supervise and train legal support team, as needed
- Maintain proficiency and currency in applicable law to ensure the highest quality representation
- Collaborate with medical professionals and expert witnesses to strengthen case arguments
Qualifications:
- Law Degree and Bar Admission in at least one State
- Sufficient experience in Social Security Disability practice to have handled at least 100 hearings
- Strong legal writing skills for drafting appeals, briefs, and other case-related documents.
- Empathy for those with disabilities and a commitment to fighting for their benefits
Please include the following when applying:
- Cover Letter addressed to John V. Tucker, 5235 16th Street North, St. Petersburg, FL 33703
- A one-page resume, indicating the state(s) in which the applicant is an active member of the bar
- A writing sample evidencing superior writing and reasoning skills.
Pay: $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 base per year + incentives
Benefits:
- 401(k) with an employer match
- Profit Sharing Plan
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: Remote (firm is based in Saint Petersburg, FL)
Remote Work Expectations: While this role offers the flexibility of working remotely, it is not a flexible schedule. Employees are expected to maintain the set working hours and dedicate their full attention to the role during this time. Remote work requires a professional, distraction-free environment to ensure productivity and accuracy. Employees must have reliable access to their own internet connection (30 Mbps upload speeds, minimum) and internet router to work remotely.
More About Us
We balance our professionalism with having a fun workplace. We believe in work/life balance and expect our staff to leave promptly at closing time, and we avoid working overtime. We also realize that “life happens” and there are times you may need to come in late or leave early. We encourage our team members to take their lunch hour break and come back feeling refreshed. We have a business casual office.
We value our staff and have regular team meetings with all staff where we talk about goals and achievements. We encourage our team to express concerns or opinions on our processes and procedures. We’re always open to ways to work better, faster, and more efficiently.
- $75,000 - $100,000