At the office of Hickman Menashe, P.S., we have more than 45 years of combined legal experience. We are a small firm, dedicated to providing a high level of personalized service and individual attention. We will take the time to listen carefully to the details of your case, so that we can understand all sides of the issue and help you take the most effective steps to protect your rights. We understand the importance of timely communication, and strive to return all calls and e-mails within 24 hours.
As a testament to the qualify of services we provide, we are AV rated by our colleagues in the legal profession under Martindale-Hubbell's Peer Review Rating System*.
Expediting Your Case
It is an unfortunate reality that nearly two-thirds of all initial Social Security disability applications are denied, and that more than four out of every five claims are also denied at the reconsideration stage. It is very important that denials be appealed timely. Also, it is very important not to lose hope during what can be a long process. From the initial application to a hearing before an administrative law judge can often take 18 months.
At our office, we know from experience that there are seldom ways to make government agencies and employees process your claim any faster. We do know, however, that you can cut down on the time it will take to get benefits by submitting complete information and responding to requests in a timely fashion. Sometimes having an attorney help, even at the earlier stages, can facilitate the expedited handling of your case.
In cases where the evidence of disability is so strong that it appears that an Administrative Law Judge could make a fully favorable decision without any testimony or other additional evidence, we may ask the ALJ to make a favorable "On the Record" (OTR) decision before a hearing is scheduled. We will carefully review your case to determine whether yours is a good case for an OTR request. If our request is granted, you will receive a decision much more quickly and avoid the stress and hassle of attending an administrative hearing.
There are also certain hardship conditions, including current or pending homelessness, which can support a request that a hearing be expedited. Our attorneys will be sure to explore any options that might result in an earlier resolution of your case.
Contact Us
For a confidential meeting with a Lynnwood area Social Security hearing attorney, contact our office online or call us at 425-744-5658. For client convenience we have a second office in Bellevue. We will always do our best to accommodate your busy schedule, offering flexible meeting times. Home and hospital visits are available. We are handicapped accessible.
We generally take all SSDI and SSI claims on a contingency fee basis. You will only be charged legal fees if we recover compensation for you.
*AV Preeminent and BV Distinguished are registered certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell is the facilitator of a peer review rating process. Ratings reflect the confidential opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell ratings fall into two categories: legal ability and general ethical standards.
