Social Security Disability Associate Attorney

Social Security Disability Associate Attorney

At Nyman Turkish, we pride ourselves on being a nationally recognized “full-service” law firm specializing in Social Security Disability and California Workers’ Compensation. Led by civil rights experts and Partners Jason Turkish, Jessica Turkish, Melissa Nyman, and Spencer Nyman, we’ve helped thousands of clients recover tens of millions in benefits.

Nyman Turkish offers unmatched representation for individuals with workplace injuries and disabilities. Our structure and workflows allow us to provide clients with personalized and efficient “boutique” representation at every step of the process.

We are seeking a compassionate, driven, and skilled Social Security Disability Attorney to join our dynamic team.

This role offers
long-term career growth and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals navigating the complexities of disability law.

Our firm structure and systems are designed to provide our attorneys with opportunity to succeed from day one
. Our attorneys are supported by experienced legal teams and empowered by our proprietary case management system—built specifically for Social Security Disability—which leverages AI and modern technology to streamline workflows and eliminate inefficiencies.

If you’re passionate about advocacy and want to be part of a team that’s redefining excellence in disability law
, we invite you to join Nyman Turkish.

• Manage a Caseload: Oversee Social Security Disability cases set for hearing, with a focus on strategic case management and optimal outcomes. Review medical records and draft winning arguments on behalf of your clients.
• Client Advocacy: Represent clients at hearings before Administrative Law Judges, cross‑examine vocational and medical experts, and ensure thorough preparation and confident, skillful advocacy.
• Case Strategy: Assess, evaluate, and develop effective case strategies tailored to each client’s unique situation, leveraging legal expertise to achieve favorable results.
• Client Communication: Maintain consistent and transparent communication with clients, providing regular updates and empathetic support throughout the process.
• Legal Research & Development: Stay up to date with changes to Social Security Disability regulations, case law, and other relevant precedents to ensure informed representation.

• Admitted to any State Bar or pending Bar exam results.
• Review & Writing
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to review and synthesize medical records and the capacity to draft clear, compelling legal briefs.
• Oral Advocacy: Confident and persuasive oral communication skills, including experience cross‑examining witnesses and advocating before ALJs.
• Organizational Excellence: Ability to manage multiple priorities with efficiency and attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment.
• Client‑Centered Approach: A client‑first mindset, with deep empathy and a commitment to guiding clients through one of the most challenging experiences of their lives.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Thrive in a collaborative, supportive work environment where teamwork and knowledge‑sharing are central to success.

• Competitive Compensation: $120,000–$160,000 (base salary + performance‑based compensation).
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  • 100% of employee medical
    , dental
    , life
    , and disability insurance paid by the firm
  • 401K with a 6% employer match
  • Paid holidays
  • Unlimited paid time off and 40 hours of sick time annually
• Work‑Life Balance: We believe in your well‑being and provide an environment that supports a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

Nyman Turkish is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, including but not limited to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, and any other protected characteristic, to apply.