Kalamazoo Social Security Disability Attorneys
Navigating life with a disability can be incredibly challenging, but with the support of Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, you can make things easier for yourself and your loved ones. Earning these benefits through an application or appeal can be challenging, but with the help of a skilled Michigan attorney, you can rest easy knowing you are doing everything possible to secure these benefits.
At Bahrie Law, PLLC, our Kalamazoo lawyers know the importance of having SSD benefits as someone living with a disability, and we want to be the ones who help you pursue those benefits. We have more than 45 years of experience representing clients throughout the Kalamazoo area from our Lansing office, and we are here for you.
Compassionate And Experienced Legal Assistance
At Bahrie Law, PLLC, we are proud to represent members of the Kalamazoo community. We have more than 45 years of experience helping clients through their SSD needs.
At our nearby law office in Lansing, we take the time to create custom-tailored plans for our clients based on their unique needs. We can lead you through the application process to help you avoid mistakes and meet deadlines, and we can help you build the strongest case you can for an appeal.
In the decades we have represented the people of Michigan, we have stood for them at local courts up to the U.S. Supreme Court. No matter how daunting your situation may seem, we will not back down from fighting for you through every step of your SSD application or appeal.
About Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo is a resilient community powered by healthcare, medical technology, manufacturing, and education, from the production floors at Stryker and Pfizer to dedicated staff across Bronson and Ascension Borgess health systems. However, years of demanding physical labor, standing for long shifts, repetitive motion, or a severe, progressive illness can make continuing to work impossible.
Although our main physical office is located in Lansing, Bahrie Law, PLLC provides seamless, full-service SSDI representation for clients throughout Kalamazoo and Southwest Michigan, eliminating the need for you to travel. We work directly with treating doctors across Bronson Methodist Hospital, Ascension Borgess, and local specialty clinics to collect the objective diagnostic records and Residual Functional Capacity (RFC) forms needed to establish your claim.
Whether filing your initial application through the Kalamazoo Social Security Field Office (317 S Drake Rd) or preparing for an appeal before an Administrative Law Judge at the Grand Rapids Hearing Office (1925 Breton Rd SE), our experienced disability team guides you through every step, offering flexible phone, video, and remote consultation options so you can focus entirely on your health.
💡 Are You a Kalamazoo-Area Worker Age 60 to 64 Considering Early Retirement?
If decades of manufacturing, healthcare, or physical trade work have worn down your body, taking early Social Security retirement at age 62 permanently reduces your monthly check by up to 30% for life. Applying for SSDI instead can secure 100% of your full unreduced retirement rate and unlock early Medicare coverage before age 65.
Our Team Is Waiting To Help You
If you are starting an application for SSD benefits or your application was denied, now is the best time to reach out to our team for the help you deserve. Call our office at 888-473-1289 or contact us online to schedule your initial consultation today.
Kalamazoo Social Security Office Information
Address:
317 South Drake Road
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Phone:
1-866-331-9088
TTY:
1-800-325-0778
Fax:
1-833-950-2128
Hours:
Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
To begin a Social Security Disability case, you must file an application at your local Social Security field office. You can file in person, online, or reach out to our office. We like to get involved early to help develop your case for the best chance of success. If your initial application is denied, you can file a request for reconsideration at the same field office. Hiring us from the beginning means we will assist you throughout the entire process.
If you receive a denial of your reconsideration request, the case is transferred to the hearing office for a hearing with an Administrative Law Judge. It is vital to have an attorney experienced in Social Security law represent you at your hearing. At Bahrie Law, PLLC, our Social Security Disability Attorneys have a proven track record of success, having represented thousands of claimants at disability hearings.
The hearing office for Kalamazoo is located in Grand Rapids:
SSA, OHO
Suite 200
1925 Breton Road, SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Mailing Address
PO Box 8932
London, KY 40742-9571
Telephone: (866) 613-2860
Fax: (833) 619-0613
eFile Fax: (877) 904-5481
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.