Slepian Ellexson

Slepian Ellexson: Social Security disability lawyers in Phoenix, Arizona

Slepian Ellexson is a law firm based in Phoenix, Arizona, dedicated to handling Social Security disability claims. Founded by former Social Security judge Steven Slepian, the firm states it has helped thousands of Arizona residents obtain disability benefits. The firm has been operating since 1978 and its current attorneys have more than 50 years of combined experience. It presents itself as a local firm, as opposed to national firms, and maintains that clients receive direct attention from a specialized attorney, not just support staff.

Practice areas: SSDI and SSI

The firm focuses its practice on the two disability benefit programs administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA):

• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI): aimed at people with a recent work history and Social Security contributions. The amount of monthly payments varies based on prior earnings and provides access to Medicare health coverage after a waiting period.
• Supplemental Security Income (SSI): for those who have not accumulated enough credits in the system. Unlike SSDI, it requires having limited financial resources and provides access to Medicaid.

Both programs require demonstrating the inability to work for health reasons over a prolonged period.

Support at every stage of the process

The firm intervenes at the different stages of a disability claim, from the initial assessment to the appeal:

• Free initial consultation to assess whether the applicant's medical condition and work situation fit the eligibility criteria.
• Preparation and filing of the application, including completing forms and gathering medical records and supporting documentation.
• Representation after a denial, with legal arguments and additional evidence, including appearing before a disability judge.

The firm notes that most applicants receive an initial denial and must appeal to obtain benefits. The firm does not charge fees until the client wins the case.

Team profile and geographic coverage

Slepian Ellexson's disability attorney team is led by Eric Slepian and Brian Ellexson, and includes founder Steven Slepian. The firm serves clients in Arizona and its website details service areas covering Phoenix, Tucson, Chandler, Mesa, and Scottsdale, with specific pages for applying, qualifying, or appealing a denial in each of these locations. The firm offers services in English and Spanish.

Informational resources for applicants

The firm's website gathers guides and answers about the disability process: how and when to apply, estimated timelines, covered medical conditions, applications for those over 50, hearing preparation, appeals to federal courts, differences between SSDI and SSI, compatibility with working in Arizona, and continuing disability reviews. It also includes a blog and a news section.