How do I draft a letter terminating representation for a SSI disability case that has not gone to court and is still being reviewed by SS department?

  Like any other matter, you have a right to terminate a lawyer's representation in a Social Security Disability or SSI claim.  This can be done by writing a letter to the lawyer and sending a copy to the Social Security Administration.  You should state unequivocally that his/her services are no longer needed.  Be sure to put your social security number prominently on the letter.   In many cases, the lawyer will simply withdraw and waive any fee.  However, the lawyer could reserve the right to petition the Agency for approval of a fee for services done up until the date he/she ceased representing you.  This would have to be done shortly after a favorable decision is issued by the Agency.  If the lawyer petitions for approval of a fee, the Agency would decide the amount allowed, based on the services provided and time spent. You may also be responsible for any out-of-pocket expenses incurred by the lawyer.   We always recommend you sit down with your lawyer and have a candid conversation about your concerns before terminating his/her services, particularly if the case has been going on for some time.  If the lawyer has provided substantial services, it may be more difficult to get a new lawyer to take over the case.   MORGAN & MORGAN ATTORNEYS AT LAW, P.C. IS LOCATED IN ATHENS, GEORGIA.  WE HAVE MORE THAN 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE HELPING PEOPLE WITH SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY, BANKRUPTCY AND DEBT RELIEF, WORK-RELATED INJURIES, AND OTHER LEGAL PROBLEMS.  VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.MORGANLAWYERS.COM OR CALL (706)548-7070.  

Like any other matter, you have a right to terminate a lawyer's representation in a Social Security Disability or SSI claim.  This can be done by writing a letter to the lawyer and sending a copy to the Social Security Administration.  You should state unequivocally that his/her services are no longer needed.  Be sure to put your social security number prominently on the letter. In many cases, the lawyer will simply withdraw and waive any fee.  However, the lawyer could reserve the right to petition the Agency for approval of a fee for services done up until the date he/she ceased representing you.  This would have to be done shortly after a favorable decision is issued by the Agency.  If the lawyer petitions for approval of a fee, the Agency would decide the amount allowed, based on the services provided and time spent. You may also be responsible for any out-of-pocket expenses incurred by the lawyer. We always recommend you sit down with your lawyer and have a candid conversation about your concerns before terminating his/her services, particularly if the case has been going on for some time.  If the lawyer has provided substantial services, it may be more difficult to get a new lawyer to take over the case. MORGAN & MORGAN ATTORNEYS AT LAW, P.C. IS LOCATED IN ATHENS, GEORGIA.  WE HAVE MORE THAN 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE HELPING PEOPLE WITH SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY, BANKRUPTCY AND DEBT RELIEF, WORK-RELATED INJURIES, AND OTHER LEGAL PROBLEMS.  VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.MORGANLAWYERS.COM OR CALL (706)548-7070.