Social Security Disability Advocacy
Prepared for the hearing. Focused on the details.
Advocates of Hope provides contracted hearing representation to disability firms and direct ALJ hearing representation to individual claimants — with 25+ years of hearing-level experience.
How can we help you?
Choose the path that fits your situation.
For Disability Firms↗Contracted hearing coverage, case prep, and post-hearing reporting.For Individual Claimants↗ALJ hearing representation at a lower fee.Not Sure Where to Start?↗Contact us and we'll help you find the right path.Contracted Hearing Representation
Advocates of Hope provides professional contracted hearing representation to disability advocacy organizations and law firms nationwide. Our team handles comprehensive case preparation, claimant conferences, hearing appearances, and post-hearing reporting — so your clients are ready when it matters most.
Flat-Fee Services for Firms
Transparent pricing. No surprises.
Medical Evidence Summary
$75
Comprehensive medical evidence summaries prepared in your choice of format — Chronological or Impairment-Based — to support efficient hearing preparation.
Comprehensive File Review
$100
Full review of the claimant's file including medical evidence and case history.
Review + Medical Summary Bundle
$150
Combined file review and medical evidence summary at a bundled rate.
Pre-Hearing Brief
$100
Professionally drafted pre-hearing brief for submission to the ALJ.
For Individual Claimants
ALJ Hearing Representation at a Lower Fee
If you are an individual claimant facing an ALJ hearing, Advocates of Hope can represent you directly — bringing the same preparation and advocacy we provide to disability firms.
We focus exclusively on the hearing level, which means our team is deeply experienced in ALJ proceedings, medical evidence review, and persuasive hearing advocacy.
Experienced Hearing Representation at a Lower Fee
Because we focus exclusively on ALJ hearings, we are able to offer representation at a lower contingency fee than many traditional disability firms.
Our fee is subject to SSA approval and the statutory cap. Contact us to learn more about your specific situation.
Proposed Contingency Fee
20%
Subject to SSA approval and statutory capFee is only collected if you win your caseAdvocates of Hope is not a law firm. Hope Carter is an EDPNA authorized to represent claimants before the Social Security Administration at the hearing level. This is not legal advice.
Years of hearing-level experience
About Advocates of Hope
25+ years of hearing-level experience
Hope Carter founded Advocates of Hope after more than two decades working in Social Security disability advocacy. As an EDPNA, she is authorized to represent claimants before the SSA at the hearing level.
Our practice is focused exclusively on ALJ hearings — giving our clients the benefit of deep, specialized expertise at the most critical stage of the disability process.
Advocates of Hope is not a law firm. Hope Carter is an Enrolled Agent / EDPNA authorized to represent claimants before the Social Security Administration.
How It Works
Simple, transparent process
Submit Your Inquiry
Use the form below or contact us directly. Our team will review your request and respond promptly.
We Review & Confirm
Our team reviews the case details, confirms availability, and outlines the scope of services.
We Prepare & Represent
We handle comprehensive case preparation, claimant conferences, and hearing representation — keeping you informed throughout.
Get in Touch
Tell us what you need
Whether you're a disability firm looking for contracted hearing coverage or an individual claimant preparing for an ALJ hearing, we're here to help.