Disability lawyers in Massachusetts
Atticus has helped thousands of Americans get disability benefits with our national attorney network.
Disability lawyers or representatives near Massachusetts
Here are just a few of our high-quality, professionally vetted lawyers and non-attorney representatives who serve your area. Take our quiz, and you’ll be connected to the perfect firm for your case.
Landman, Akashian & Macklow LLP
255 Park Ave., #1102, Worcester, Massachusetts 01609
Landman, Akashian & Macklow is a tight knit team of accomplished attorneys with over 90 years of shared experience. They've been ranked a "Super Lawyer" in Boston Magazine every year since 2011. Our clients say their entire team is quick, professional, friendly, and helpful. They genuinely care to make a difference in the lives of each and every person they represent.
Bruce Lipsey of Lipsey and Clifford
1165 Washington St., Hanover, Massachusetts 02339
Bruce Lipsey has been helping people with Social Security cases since 1995. He is dedicated to his clients and is there for each one individually from the start of their case through the finish line. Former clients tell us the team at Lipsey and Clifford makes the process quick and easy, prepares you for what to expect, and are always available for questions.
Wyskiel, Boc, Tillinghast & Bolduc, PA
561 Central Ave., Dover, NH 03820 (Serves Massachusetts)
Wyskiel, Boc, Tillinghast & Bolduc has been helping clients with SSDI/SSI since 1991. Their attorneys are some of the most experienced in the space. They offer the resources of a bigger firm, but work hard to ensure personal, attentive client relationships. Our clients say they’re quick to respond and answer questions thoroughly and patiently.
How Massachusetts stacks up
See how disability in Massachusetts compares to the rest of the country.
205,198
residents on disability
$180,000
average lifetime payout
17
mo. average time to hearing
This is about two months longer than the average hearing wait time. SSA waiting periods are long, but a lawyer can help you file paperwork prompty and accurately.
$1,367
average monthly benefit
This is slightly more than the national average. Your benefit amount will depend on your work history.
$3,627
max monthly benefit
The maximum monthly SSDI benefit is the same for everyone, regardless of your location or condition. It's adjusted regularly for the cost of living.
55%
application denial rate
This is lower than the national average. If you're denied, don't be discouraged! Most successful applicants win benefits during the appeal phase.
50%
case denial rate
This is higher than the national average. A lawyer can help you prepare for a hearing, cross-examine witnesses from the state, and significantly improve your chances approval.
SSDI + SSI: Why work with a lawyer?
SSDI + SSI: Why work with a lawyer?
The disability application process can be stressful, and a lawyer can help at every stage of your claim — gathering your medical records, submitting your initial paperwork, appealing if you’re rejected, and representing you at a hearing. 83% of disability applicants have representation by the hearing stage. And you’re three times as likely to win benefits when you apply with an attorney. Best of all — you don’t pay lawyers until you’re approved, and their fees are capped by law.
Learn more about disability benefits
Massachusetts Disability Benefits: How to Qualify, Apply, and Get Approved
Do I Need a Lawyer to Apply for Disability?
What Do Social Security Disability Lawyers Do (That I Can’t)?
FAQs about disability
Do I need a disability lawyer in Massachusetts?
You're three times as likely to win benefits with a disability lawyer, and 83% of applicants have legal representation at the hearing stage. While there are some exceptions (e.g. individuals with terminal conditions), working with a disabiltiy lawyer is useful for almost everyone. They make it easier to apply, improve your odds of approval, and charge nothing until you win.
How much do disability lawyers charge in Massachusetts?
Disability lawyers cost nothing until you win. Once you're approved, they'll take 25% of your first check (capped at a maximum of $7,200). These limits are set by law, nationwide, so lawyers can never charge you more for working with Atticus.
How does Atticus find the right lawyer for me?
Our Harvard and Stanford-trained lawyers vet disabiltiy firms nationwide, and invite the top firms into our network. To get matched, you'll fill out our 2-minute disability quiz and talk briefly with one of our client advocates. They'll consider your case details and find the lawyer who's the best fit for you.