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Lexington · Central & Eastern Kentucky

Lexington disability lawyers who know your hearing office.

Downard & Associates represents Social Security disability claimants across Fayette County and the greater Central & Eastern Kentucky area. We know the Lexington hearing office, its judges, and what it takes to win there — and we work on a no-fee-unless-we-win basis.

2002
Serving Kentucky claimants since
30+
Central & Eastern Kentucky counties served
1
Lexington SSA hearing office we know inside out
$0
Upfront fees · no fee unless we win
Why Lexington Matters

Local knowledge of the Lexington hearing office.

Fayette County and the surrounding Central & Eastern Kentucky area are served by the Lexington Office of Hearings Operations. Every SSDI case here, if it reaches the hearing stage, goes through that office. The Lexington OHO serves field offices in Campbellsville, Danville, Frankfort, Hazard, Jackson, Maysville, and Richmond.

We've represented disability claimants in this region for years. We understand how the Lexington office schedules, how its judges weigh medical evidence, and what a winning file looks like before it ever reaches a hearing room.

That local familiarity isn't theoretical. It's what lets us walk into a Lexington hearing with a real plan — not just a stack of paperwork.

Lexington Hearing Office

What we know about hearings in Lexington.

Wait times. Lexington hearing scheduling has averaged 10–12 months from the hearing request in recent years.
Format. Most Lexington hearings since 2020 are by phone or video. In-person is available on request.
Coverage. Serves 30+ Central & Eastern Kentucky counties — Fayette, Jessamine, Scott, Bourbon, Clark, Madison, Boyle, Franklin, and more.
Judges. We know the Lexington ALJs' preferences — and what each one needs to see in the record.
Areas We Serve

Fayette County and beyond.

We represent SSDI and SSI claimants throughout Lexington and the surrounding Central & Eastern Kentucky communities. If you live in Fayette County or a neighboring county, your case is local to us.

Downtown Lexington
Fayette County
Chevy Chase
Fayette County
Beaumont
Fayette County
Hamburg
Fayette County
Gardenside
Fayette County
Masterson Station
Fayette County
Nicholasville
Jessamine County
Georgetown
Scott County
Paris
Bourbon County
Winchester
Clark County
Richmond
Madison County
Berea
Madison County
Danville
Boyle County
Frankfort
Franklin County
Versailles
Woodford County
Mount Sterling
Montgomery County
Lawrenceburg
Anderson County
Wilmore
Jessamine County
Cynthiana
Harrison County
Stanford
Lincoln County
Lexington OHO

The hearing office that decides your case.

Lexington Office of Hearings Operations

If your Central & Eastern Kentucky SSDI claim is denied and you request an ALJ hearing, your case will be heard by the Lexington OHO. The Lexington OHO serves field offices in Campbellsville, Danville, Frankfort, Hazard, Jackson, Maysville, and Richmond. We prepare every case with that specific office — and its judges — in mind.

Location
2241 Buena Vista Road, Suite 210, Lexington, KY 40505
Hearing Format
Phone & video standard since 2020 · In-person available
Typical Wait Time
10–12 months from hearing request
Coverage Area
30+ Central & Eastern Kentucky counties
Lexington Client

A Lexington disability lawyer clients recommend.

“I was already denied twice when I called them. Within a few weeks they had a clear plan and a real answer for every question I'd been losing sleep over. They knew the Lexington office, they knew the judge, and they won.”

JR
James R.
Lexington SSDI client · Verified Google review
Lexington SSDI FAQs

Questions specific to Lexington.

Where is the Lexington SSA hearing office?
The Lexington Office of Hearings Operations is located at 2241 Buena Vista Road, Suite 210, Lexington, KY 40505. Since 2020, most hearings have been conducted by phone or video, so the physical location matters less than it used to. In-person hearings remain available on request.
How long does an SSDI hearing take in Lexington?
In recent years, Lexington hearing scheduling has averaged 10–12 months from the date you request the hearing. The hearing itself usually lasts 30–60 minutes. We use the waiting time productively — gathering medical evidence, preparing testimony, and building the legal argument.
Do I have to come to your office in person?
Almost never. Most of our work happens by phone and email, and most Lexington hearings are held by phone or video. SSDI cases are heavily document-driven, and we've made remote handling extremely efficient for Central & Eastern Kentucky clients.
Which counties does the Lexington hearing office cover?
The Lexington OHO serves 30+ Central & Eastern Kentucky counties. If you live anywhere in the Lexington orbit, your hearing will be here.
What does it cost to hire a Lexington disability lawyer?
Nothing upfront. Social Security disability attorney fees are set by federal law and paid only if you win — capped at 25% of your back pay, with a statutory maximum.
Can you help if my application is still at the initial stage?
Absolutely — and it's often smartest to bring us in early. Most initial SSDI applications in Kentucky are denied. Having representation from the start improves your chances by ensuring the application is complete, accurate, and supported by the right medical documentation from day one.

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