63/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 56 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Social security attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Social Security Disability Lawyers in Sanford, FL: 2026 rankings
54 social security disability lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Highest LFR Score in Sanford: Rue & Ziffra, LFR Score 63/100; 4.9★ from 56 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Open 24 hours (per Google): Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys: Accident & Injury Lawyers, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 54.
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Most-reviewed: Disability Resolution | SSI SSDI Disability Law Firm, 4,003 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 54 ranked; ranked #3.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
54 Sanford social security disability lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 14 are open 24/7, 16 open Saturdays and 16 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 54 rated law firms.
Top 10 social security disability lawyers in Sanford at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rue & Ziffra | 63 | 4.9★ (56) | Daytona Beach, 31 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Top score |
| 2 | Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys: Accident & Injury Lawyers | 61 | 4.0★ (12) | Orlando, 19 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours |
| 3 | Disability Resolution | SSI SSDI Disability Law Firm | 61 | 4.9★ (4,003) | Orlando, 16 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 4 | Tower Law Group | 59 | 5.0★ (154) | Daytona Beach, 32 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | Paul J Morgan & Associates PA | 59 | 4.6★ (49) | Maitland, 13 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Farah & Farah | 59 | 4.8★ (768) | Orlando, 18 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 7 | Atherley Law Firm | 59 | 4.6★ (7) | Orlando, 19 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | J. Michael Matthews, P.A. | 59 | 4.4★ (23) | Longwood, 10 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | The Lawrence Law Firm | 58 | 4.8★ (171) | Kissimmee, 36 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Van Dingenen Law 407-WORKERS | 58 | 4.7★ (503) | Winter Park, 16 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
All 54 social security disability lawyers in Sanford, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Based in Orlando, 19 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Social security attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Orlando, 16 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 4,003 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Daytona Beach, 32 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 154 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Social security attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Maitland, 13 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 49 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Social security attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Orlando, 18 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 768 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Orlando, 19 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Social security attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Longwood, 10 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Social security attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Kissimmee, 36 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 171 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Social security attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Winter Park, 16 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 503 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Orlando, 17 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 63 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Social security attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Orlando, 18 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Social security attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Orlando, 19 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 61 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Social security attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Orlando, 17 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Social security attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Kissimmee, 35 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 84 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Social security attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Daytona Beach, 29 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 45 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Social security attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#17 Rue & Ziffra
Based in Port Orange, 29 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 655 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Maitland, 13 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Social security attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Orlando, 19 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Social security attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Daytona Beach, 30 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 343 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#21 Milam Disability
Based in Orlando, 18 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.9★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Social security attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Orlando, 17 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Social security attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#23 Rue & Ziffra
Based in DeLand, 16 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 124 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Orlando, 18 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Social security attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Orlando, 14 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.5★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Social security attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Social security disability lawyers ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 54 ranked social security disability lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Sanford
17 more social security disability lawyers within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alliant Disability Inc. | 3.0★ (2) | 30 mi |
| American Bridge Advisors, Inc. | In Sanford | |
| Anderson and Associates PA | 4.7★ (147) | In Sanford |
| Community Legal Services - Sanford | 4.0★ (20) | In Sanford |
| Covar Law Group, P.A. | 4.5★ (26) | In Sanford |
| Diederich Law Firm, P.A. | 5.0★ (2) | 19 mi |
| Disability Resources | 19 mi | |
| Florida Trust and Probate | 4.6★ (40) | In Sanford |
| Herring and Herring Law Firm | 4.9★ (27) | In Sanford |
| Jim Dodson Law | 4.8★ (23) | In Sanford |
| Law Office of Daniel R. Lewis | 5.0★ (8) | In Sanford |
| Law Offices of Wilkerson and Rood | 5.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
| Lean Law, P.A. | 5.0★ (6) | In Sanford |
| Sultana Legacy Law & Title | 5.0★ (51) | In Sanford |
| The Adam Law Firm, P.A. | 5.0★ (51) | In Sanford |
| The Boutty Law Firm, P.A. | 4.7★ (36) | In Sanford |
| Zasada Law Firm | 33 mi |
How we ranked Sanford social security disability lawyers
We scored 54 Sanford social security disability lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Sanford data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a Social Security disability lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many disability benefits law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask whether the firm represents clients at the hearing itself or passes the hearing to another representative.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a Social Security disability lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- Who will represent me at the hearing?
- Which costs, if any, are charged on top of the approved fee?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Social Security disability lawyers in Sanford: frequently asked questions
Which Social Security disability lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Sanford?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked Social Security disability lawyer in Sanford, FL is Rue & Ziffra with an LFR Score of 63/100. It has 4.9★ from 56 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys: Accident & Injury Lawyers (#2) and Disability Resolution | SSI SSDI Disability Law Firm (#3) follow. We ranked 54 social security disability lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many social security disability lawyers are there in Sanford?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 54 social security disability lawyers serving Sanford, FL. Another 17 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which social security disability lawyers in Sanford are open 24/7?
14 ranked social security disability lawyers in Sanford post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Rue & Ziffra (#1), Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys: Accident & Injury Lawyers (#2) and Farah & Farah (#6). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which social security disability lawyers in Sanford work on weekends?
16 of 54 ranked social security disability lawyers post Saturday hours and 16 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Rue & Ziffra (#1), Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys: Accident & Injury Lawyers (#2) and Farah & Farah (#6). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Sanford social security disability lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 54 rated social security disability lawyers in Sanford is 4.7★, with a median of 24 reviews. Disability Resolution | SSI SSDI Disability Law Firm has the most, 4,003 reviews, and ranks #3. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank social security disability lawyers?
Each Social Security disability lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do social security disability lawyers outside Sanford count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Sanford city center, our service radius for social security disability lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can social security disability lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do social Security disability lawyers in Sanford, FL charge?
For Social Security disability claims, the Social Security Administration must approve the fee. Under a fee agreement it is capped at 25% of past-due benefits or $9,200, whichever is less (decisions on or after November 30, 2024). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
Can a lawyer help after my disability application is denied?
Yes. Most denied Social Security claims can be appealed: reconsideration, then a hearing before an administrative law judge. Appeal deadlines are short (generally 60 days from the notice), so act quickly. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of social Security disability lawyers in Sanford, FL ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in Sanford?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for Sanford
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 54 social security disability lawyers serving Sanford.
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