Fill a Financial Gap After Health Problems Forced You from Work
Scottsdale is full of people who worked hard so they could enjoy the life that this place offers: the beautiful natural landscape, the clean, safe city, the top schools, the atmosphere in Old Town, the great art, the great food, the great shopping, the great golf.
But if you get hit with serious health problems, it all comes to a halt.
It becomes hard to get out and enjoy Scottsdale. And when you can’t work and your income stops, it becomes hard to afford it.
Social Security Disability benefits can help you bridge the gap—letting you re-secure your life and take care of your health in Scottsdale.
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes for years.
It’s a form of insurance, not a government handout. It’s a key part of the strategy to support yourself when medical issues unexpectedly derail your livelihood.
But it’s a government program with thousands of rules, so it’s arduous to navigate.
Talk to the Slepian Ellexson disability lawyers in Scottsdale for support getting approved for Social Security Disability:
- Guiding Arizonans in disability benefits claims for 47+ years
- Helped thousands of people in Scottsdale and across the Phoenix area
- Disability attorney team with 50+ years of professional experience
- Founded by a former Social Security Disability judge
- Committed to providing personal assistance directly from your attorney
When you can’t work and everything is in doubt, let us help you protect the lifestyle in Scottsdale you worked hard to build.
Contact our Scottsdale disability lawyers.
Why Work with a Local, Scottsdale Social Security Attorney?
Social Security Disability is a national program, and you might see national firms or companies offering to help you process your claim, but there are good reasons to work with someone local instead.
- Local disability lawyers in Scottsdale who are your neighbors provide the personal attention you need to handle this highly personal matter.
- Local Social Security offices and disability judges all differ in the way they decide claims. You want an attorney who knows the landscape.
- Disability attorneys in Scottsdale understand the needs of Scottsdale people, who often worked years and paid into the system only to have their careers cut off short of retirement by health problems.
- Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits are calculated based in part on your earnings history, so people with higher incomes in Scottsdale often have more at stake in seeking benefits.
- The core of your disability claim is medical evidence that comes from your treatment. Getting this evidence takes coordination with local health care providers. Slepian Ellexson Scottsdale disability attorneys regularly work with providers like HonorHealth, Mayo Clinic-Arizona, Banner Health, Abrazo Health, St. Joseph’s hospital and more.
We’re with you for every step of the disability benefits process:
- Assessing if you qualify for benefits
- Filing your application for benefits
- Appealing a denial of benefits
The Social Security Disability process is set up so that most people are denied and must appeal. Social Security numbers in recent years showed two-thirds of applications getting denied in Arizona.
They do that because the system emphasizes preventing people from winning benefits when they aren’t in absolute need of help.
It means appealing a denial is a standard part of the process. And this is another area where you want a local, Scottsdale Social Security Disability lawyer.
Slepian Ellexson has extensive experience taking cases before the disability judges in Phoenix who hold hearings to decide disability appeals.
Recently it’s been taking on average nine to ten months to reach a hearing with a Phoenix disability judge, but in mid-2025, the Phoenix Social Security judges were approving benefits more than half the time—making your disability hearing the best opportunity to win benefits.
Get a lawyer to help. You pay no fee for a disability lawyer until you win benefits.
Start with a free case evaluation from skilled Scottsdale disability lawyers.
Does My Medical Condition Qualify for Disability Benefits in Scottsdale?
The first things most people ask when they’re thinking about Social Security Disability benefits are, “Does my condition qualify? Do I have a strong case for benefits?”
The fundamental qualifications are being unable to work because of serious health problems for at least a year.
You could have multiple different health problems, and if the symptoms are limiting enough, you could qualify for benefits no matter what the underlying diagnosis.
In the booming economy of Scottsdale, with many people working in health care, technology, financial services, logistics and corporate headquarters, these are some of the conditions that might prevent you from working:
- Arthritis
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Chronic fatigue
- Chronic pain
- Diabetes
- Epilepsy
- Fibromyalgia
- Heart conditions
- Kidney disease
- Mental health disorders
For every medical condition, you must provide Social Security the types of medical evidence—doctors’ reports, test results, medical imaging—that most apply to that impairment.
The kinds of impairments listed above that interfere with working in business and professional settings, like disorders involving pain, fatigue, mental health, concentration, decision-making and stamina, are particularly difficult to prove for a Social Security Disability case.
Those are impairments other people can’t see, understand or get concrete physical evidence to confirm.
It takes special care to communicate with your health care providers to get the information you need for your disability claim. And it takes special care to present your health struggles to claims examiners at Social Security.
For someone in a job that’s more physical, such as some jobs in health care, manufacturing, retail, hospitality, transportation and shipping, your disability claims can rely more on medical evidence confirming visible, physical damage to your body.
After years of experience working with local people, the Scottsdale Social Security Disability lawyers at Slepian Ellexson know how to approach disability claims for our kinds of workers and the common diseases, injuries and disorders we see in our city.
What Past Clients Say About Slepian Ellexson Scottsdale Social Security Disability Lawyers
When you need disability benefits and you’re looking for a lawyer to help, your future financial security is on the line. It’s a big decision.
You want confirmation that people have had great experiences with the lawyer you’re choosing.
Here are a few of the reviews from past clients of the Scottsdale Social Security Attorneys at Slepian Ellexson:
Getting a Guide Through the Social Security Disability Process
“Dealing with the SSA is a tedious process to do by yourself. After a denial, I needed someone with experience and expertise to handle my case. This law firm has the resources to handle a complex case like mine. Very professional in all aspects of handling the process. Everyone I spoke with at the firm was very pleasant and helpful along the way. Thank you for your help and seeing my case through to a victory. Five stars all the way.”
– Roger in Google Reviews
Why You Need a Disability Attorney
“It’s important to have a good attorney. This was my second time applying, and I was approved. It’s been a long road because I chose wrong the first time. Everyone at the firm is knowledgeable and very nice. Mr. Slepian represented me, and he is knowledgeable, professional and kind. He helped me get through what I expected to be a stressful hearing, but it went very well. I wish I had chosen this firm the first time!!! They will represent you well! I highly recommend!!!”
– Susan Benevento in Google Reviews
Value in Having an Attorney Who Focuses on Disability Law
“I was an attorney before I became disabled. I thought I could navigate the SSA disability process on my own. I was wrong.
From the first consult, I immediately felt at ease. As I was describing my disability, Eric seemed to ask all the right questions to best understand my condition and just how much I was suffering not only physically and mentally, but also emotionally and financially.
Thereafter, Brian, Jessica and the team walked me through each step in the process, always addressing my (seemingly constant) queries or concerns.
After three+ years of fighting, the ALJ (administrative law judge) issued his ruling finding me fully disabled. I was absolutely overwhelmed. This firm is well-known and highly respected here in AZ, and it certainly showed at the hearing.
I would very highly recommend Slepian Ellexson for anyone needing assistance with their federal disability claims.”
– Leigh Wink in Google Reviews
Help for Complicated Medical Situations
“I have a complex mess of health issues and am very thankful to (Slepian Ellexson) for their help in ensuring all of my vital documentation was collected, as well as answering my many questions. It’s a confusing process, and it’s so helpful to have a team on your side. I received a fully favorable decision this week and it’s a huge relief. Thank you to the team at Slepian Ellexson for getting me to the finish line!”
– Hillary Evans in Google Reviews
Having a Lawyer Who Knows How to Present to Local Disability Judges
“The judge said I got very lucky with my case and approval only because my lawyer specifically knew the correct and best way to present my case. They were excellent at handling me as well—I was hysterical and terrified a lot. A++. Highly recommend.”
– Jennifer Madison in Google Reviews
