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Memphis · West Tennessee

Memphis disability lawyers who know your hearing office.

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

Memphis disability services: Social Security lawyer · disability benefits attorney · fees & costs
2002
Serving Tennessee claimants since
10+
West Tennessee counties served
1
Memphis SSA hearing office we know inside out
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Upfront fees · no fee unless we win
Why Memphis Matters

Local knowledge of the Memphis hearing office.

Shelby County and the surrounding West Tennessee area are served by the Memphis Office of Hearings Operations. Every SSDI case here, if it reaches the hearing stage, goes through that office. It also hears cases from West Memphis, Arkansas and Olive Branch, Mississippi.

We've represented disability claimants in this region for years. We understand how the Memphis 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 Memphis hearing with a real plan — not just a stack of paperwork.

Memphis Hearing Office

What we know about hearings in Memphis.

Wait times. Memphis hearing scheduling has averaged 10–14 months from the hearing request in recent years.
Format. Most Memphis hearings since 2020 are by phone or video. In-person is available on request.
Coverage. Serves 10+ West Tennessee counties — Shelby, Tipton, Fayette, Haywood, Lauderdale, Dyer, Crockett, Hardeman, and more.
Judges. We know the Memphis ALJs' preferences — and what each one needs to see in the record.
Areas We Serve

Shelby County and beyond.

We represent SSDI and SSI claimants throughout Memphis and the surrounding West Tennessee communities. If you live in Shelby County or a neighboring county, your case is local to us.

Downtown Memphis
Shelby County
Midtown
Shelby County
East Memphis
Shelby County
Cordova
Shelby County
Germantown
Shelby County
Collierville
Shelby County
Bartlett
Shelby County
Whitehaven
Shelby County
Frayser
Shelby County
Raleigh
Shelby County
Hickory Hill
Shelby County
Millington
Shelby County
Covington
Tipton County
Somerville
Fayette County
Brownsville
Haywood County
Ripley
Lauderdale County
Dyersburg
Dyer County
Jackson
Madison County
Bolivar
Hardeman County
Munford
Tipton County
Memphis OHO

The hearing office that decides your case.

Memphis Office of Hearings Operations

If your West Tennessee SSDI claim is denied and you request an ALJ hearing, your case will be heard by the Memphis OHO. It also hears cases from West Memphis, Arkansas and Olive Branch, Mississippi. We prepare every case with that specific office — and its judges — in mind.

Location
309 Monroe Avenue, Memphis, TN 38103
Hearing Format
Phone & video standard since 2020 · In-person available
Typical Wait Time
10–14 months from hearing request
Coverage Area
10+ West Tennessee counties
Memphis Client

A Memphis 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 Memphis office, they knew the judge, and they won.”

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

Questions specific to Memphis.

Where is the Memphis SSA hearing office?
The Memphis Office of Hearings Operations is located at 309 Monroe Avenue, Memphis, TN 38103. 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 Memphis?
In recent years, Memphis hearing scheduling has averaged 10–14 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 Memphis hearings are held by phone or video. SSDI cases are heavily document-driven, and we've made remote handling extremely efficient for West Tennessee clients.
Which counties does the Memphis hearing office cover?
The Memphis OHO serves 10+ West Tennessee counties, including Shelby, Tipton, Fayette, Haywood, Lauderdale, Dyer, Crockett, Hardeman, and more. It also hears cases from West Memphis, Arkansas and Olive Branch, Mississippi. If you live anywhere in the Memphis orbit, your hearing will be here.
What does it cost to hire a Memphis 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. If we don't win your case, you owe us no fee.
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 Tennessee 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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