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The disability law firm with experience, compassion and dedication
If you’re unable to work or your disability claim has been denied, we know how to help. Robertson Wendt is one of only two board certified Social Security disability attorneys in South Carolina, and he’s been practicing disability law for nearly 30 years. Rob has extensive experience successfully handling Social Security disability appeals and long term disability claims. Meet Rob in a short video on this page.

How we can help you if you're unable to work or your disability claim has been denied
Many worthy disability claims are initially denied. Some claims are awarded in the beginning, while others must be appealed several times before they are eventually awarded. Our team, led by one of only two board certified Social Security disability lawyers in South Carolina, has a great deal of experience working with clients through the entire appeals process. Find out more here. 

How Social Security disability board certification can help you
Did you know a board certified disability specialist typically won’t cost any more than other less experienced attorneys? The Social Security Administration (SSA) has to approve all attorney fees, and in almost every case, attorneys seek payment through the fee agreement process. The standard fee agreement process requires the attorney (no matter how qualified or experienced) to charge the same fee. Find out more here. 

Why use our disability law firm
We encourage you to make sure that your attorney has experience in handling Social Security disability appeals and is able to handle your case through all levels of appeal. (Disability clients should be aware that if the out-of-state lawyers are not admitted to the federal court in South Carolina, they cannot handle your case in federal court except under very limited circumstances.) Find out more here. 

How to improve your chances of winning your Social Security claim
Tapping nearly 30 years of experience in Social Security disability law, in this free guide disability attorney Rob Wendt offers practical ways to improve your chances of submitting a successful disability claim. Order your free guide here.

Case study: Mary's disability claim was denied twice after open heart surgery
Mary lived in a small town in South Carolina and worked as billing clerk for a large company when she suffered a heart attack and underwent open heart coronary bypass surgery around age 50. Her Social Security disability claim was denied twice before we took over her case. Read her story here.

Case study: a happy ending for a stroke victim whose disability claim was denied
Joe was a South Carolina computer analyst who suffered a stroke causing severe weakness and lack of coordination on one side of his body. He thought he could return to work after undergoing physical rehabilitation, but he was eventually asked to stop work and to file for disability. We met Joe after his Social Security disability claim was denied. Read his story here.

 

What to expect while working with our disability attorneys
When you contact us, you can expect personal attention with genuine care and concern. It is our goal to make sure you receive the most professional legal services. We understand that your disability benefits claim is critical to your quality of life, and we want to help you receive all of the disability benefits for which you’re eligible. Find out more here.

What to expect during the Social Security disability process
If you are dealing with a disability, here are a few things to know about disability benefits and what you can expect during the process. For instance, if it appears that your disabling condition will last a year or more, or in the unfortunate circumstance that a condition is expected to result in death, you should apply for Social Security Disability (SSD) as soon as possible. Find out more here.

Frequently asked disability law questions
How does the Social Security Administration define the term “disability”? What are the different types of Social Security disability benefits available? Does a person’s income determine whether that person can apply for disability insurance benefits? Find out the answers to these questions and more here.

Disability benefits resources
Dealing with a disability can be frustrating and the process for disability benefits claims daunting, but there are many resources out there to help you. If you have questions regarding the Social Security disability benefits process or your eligibility for other disability benefits, use the helpful resources on this page.

About The Law Offices of Robertson Wendt: Disability Benefits
Having focused on disability benefits law for many years, and with professionals on staff who have worked on disability issues for the Social Security Administration (SSA), the team at The Law Offices of Robertson Wendt understands the intricacies of Social Security laws and the federal bureaucracy governing the Social Security disability process. Find out more here.

Meet our disability attorneys and staff
Did you know Rob Wendt is one of just 59 lawyers in the country certified by the National Board of Legal Specialty Certification (NBLSC)? Throughout his nearly 30 years of practicing law, he has successfully handled thousands of Social Security disability claims. Read the bios of our disability attorneys and staff here.

Our disability law services: what we do
At The Law Offices of Robertson Wendt, we’re equipped to help with all of your disability benefits claims: Social Security, long term disability, and more. We hope your claim will be approved on first application, but if not, you may need a disability benefits lawyer to handle your long term disability claim. We can help! Find out more here.

Contact our disability attorneys
We serve disability clients across the state, from Charleston, Myrtle Beach, Georgetown, Beaufort and Hilton Head in coastal South Carolina to Columbia, Lexington, and Rock Hill in the central part of the state, along with other South Carolina cities and towns. We're available by phone, email, this website... and even video conference! Find out how to contact us here.

Directions to our disability law offices
Our law firm is across the hall from the Charleston Social Security disability hearing office, which hears cases for individuals living in Beaufort County, Berkeley County, Charleston County, Colleton County, Dorchester County, Georgetown County, Horry County, Jasper County, and Williamsburg County in South Carolina. Find driving directions from Beaufort, Hilton Head, Myrtle Beach, Columbia, and Rock Hill here.

The Law Offices of Robertson Wendt: newsroom
We invite you to read about the latest happenings at The Law Offices of Robertson Wendt by perusing our press releases, news coverage, and authored articles sections. Find out more here.

The Law Offices of Robertson Wendt: media kit
We encourage members of the media to learn more about our disability benefits law practice and how we work to help disabled individuals in South Carolina. Find out more here.

The Law Offices of Robertson Wendt: recent news
Find articles authored by Rob Wendt, coverage of our law firm by the media, press releases, and our client newsletters here.