Fortunately, most disability attorneys are only paid if the disability case is won. Simply put, if you do not prevail in your disability claim, you do not pay your attorney one cent. This type of fee arrangement is called a contingency fee plan and is fairly standard in Social Security cases.
If a SSDI case is won, the fee is 25% of the claimant’s back pay or past due benefits. FYI: This fee is CAPPED at $5,300, with no additional payments to the attorney once the maximum is paid out. The Social Security Administration inspects and approves the fee agreements, ensuring that a solid contract is entered into by both parties. Additionally, the Administration pays the attorney directly, therefore, you will not need to be concerned about ensuring that payment is made. Although this is the standard practice, make sure to ask a potential attorney about the fee agreement and whether there is a sample you may look at for further understanding.