Advocacy for those who need a steady hand.

GGranite Disability Advocates was founded on a simple, human truth: the Social Security system is not designed to be navigated alone. For too long, applicants have been treated as case numbers in a vast, impersonal bureaucracy. We saw a system that felt like a maze, and we decided to build a bridge.
We started with a small team of advocates and legal professionals who shared one conviction — that those facing disability deserve representation that is as steady and reliable as the ground they stand on. We believe that your story matters, and it deserves to be heard with clarity, dignity, and professional rigor.
"Your story matters, and it deserves to be heard with dignity."
Our approach is built on precision and patience. We handle every detail of your claim, from initial filings to complex appeals, ensuring that no stone is left unturned. We do not just process paperwork; we build a comprehensive case that reflects the reality of your health and your life, ensuring the Social Security Administration sees the person behind the application.
Our focus is narrow by design. We work exclusively with individuals seeking Social Security Disability benefits. This is not a generalist law firm. It is a dedicated practice, built for those who need a steady hand and a clear voice in a process that often feels overwhelming and opaque.
"We are the steady hand in a process that feels overwhelming."
Every document we prepare, every hearing we attend, and every conversation we have is shaped by a single question — how can we best advocate for your future? That question is our north star. It dictates our methodology, our commitment to transparency, and our refusal to treat your claim as anything less than a vital life event.
Years later, Granite Disability Advocates serves a community of clients who need us most. We measure our success not in volume, but in the security we help our clients achieve — the benefits they receive, the stability they regain, and the peace of mind they find along the way. That is the work. That has always been the work.
A Mission of Compassion & Legal Clarity
Granite Disability Advocates provides a steady, human-centered approach to Social Security representation. We turn complex legal hurdles into a clear path forward.
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Sarah Jenkins
Former Social Security claims examiner. Joined Granite in 2018 to guide claimants through the complex federal hearing process.
JD '12 · SSA EXPERT · 12 YRS EXPERIENCE

David Thorne
Specializes in medical evidence gathering and vocational analysis. Designs the strategy for every complex disability claim.
MSW '08 · VOCATIONAL EXPERT · 15 YRS EXPERIENCE

Elena Rossi
Works directly with clients to prepare for ALJ hearings. Translates medical records into compelling legal arguments.
PARALEGAL '14 · HEARING ALUM · NOSSCR MEMBER

Marcus Reed
Architects the initial application and appeal infrastructure. Reduces processing delays by 40% through precise documentation.
MIT '15 · SYSTEMS ENG · DISABILITY ADVOCACY CERT
Four advocates. Decades of combined Social Security expertise.