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Allan Ben (Retired) has practiced law in Michigan for over 40 years. Allan W. Ben is a graduate of the University of Michigan and the University of Michigan Law School. He also attended the University of Michigan School of Business Administration. He became licensed to practice law in the State of Michigan in May 1967. In addition to being admitted to practice in the courts in the State of Michigan, he is admitted to practice in the Eastern District and the Western District of the United States District Court and the Sixth Circuit of the United States Court of Appeals. He has been AV rated attorney by Martindale-Hubbell for many years. He served on the Executive Board of the Michigan Association for Justice, formerly known as the Michigan Trial Lawyers Association, for many years and was President of the Oakland County Trial Lawyers Association. He is a member of the Oakland County Bar Association, the Michigan Association for Justice and the National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives.

Joshua L. Ben is a Michigan-licensed Social Security disability attorney with over 25 years of experience helping disabled individuals and their families obtain the SSDI and SSI benefits they deserve. A dedicated advocate for Social Security claimants, Attorney Ben brings deep knowledge of federal disability law, SSA regulations, and the appeals process to every case he handles.

Education & Background

Attorney Joshua Ben earned his undergraduate degree from The Ohio State University, where he was a member of Sigma Alpha Mu, and his Juris Doctor from Chicago-Kent College of Law. He was admitted to practice law in the State of Michigan in 1999.

Court Admissions

Attorney Ben is admitted to practice in:

  • State of Michigan
  • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
  • U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan

This federal court admission allows him to pursue federal appeals of denied Social Security disability claims on behalf of clients when administrative remedies have been exhausted.

Professional Memberships & Affiliations

Attorney Ben is an active member of the legal and disability advocacy communities, holding memberships in:

  • State Bar of Michigan — Social Security Section
  • National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives (NOSSCR) — a leading national association for disability attorneys, with ongoing seminar participation to stay current on SSDI and SSI law
  • Advocates, Counselors & Representatives for the Disabled (ACRD)

Attorney Ben has maintained a clean disciplinary record with the State Bar of Michigan throughout his career.

Focused Practice: Social Security Disability Law

Attorney Ben's practice is exclusively focused on Social Security disability law, including:

  • Initial SSDI and SSI applications
  • Denied disability claim appeals
  • Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) hearings
  • Appeals Council reviews
  • Federal district court disability appeals

His singular focus means every client benefits from an attorney who knows the Social Security disability system inside and out — from SSA Blue Book listings and Residual Functional Capacity (RFC) assessments to vocational expert cross-examination at ALJ hearings.

A Personal Commitment to Every Client

Attorney Joshua Ben talks personally with each client and fully dedicates himself to achieving the best possible outcome. He understands that applying for disability benefits is often one of the most stressful experiences a person can face, and he is committed to providing clear, honest guidance at every step.

Free Consultation — No Fee Unless You Win

If you or a loved one has been denied Social Security disability benefits, contact Attorney Joshua Ben today for a free, confidential consultation. There is no fee unless we win your case.

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Joshua L. Ben represents Social Security disability claimants in Michigan and nationwide, including SSDI appeals, SSI claims, ALJ hearings, and federal court cases.