SSI Denial Attorney in San Antonio

Nearly 50 Years Representing Texas Clients Through SSI Denials & Appeals

A denial letter from the Social Security Administration isn’t the end of the road. Most SSI claims are denied on the first application, and the appeals process exists specifically to give claimants another look. The Packard Law Firm has represented Texas clients in Social Security Disability matters for nearly 50 years, a legacy started by founder Bernie Packard and continued today under Dan Packard, a board-certified personal injury trial lawyer. We handle denials and appeals, working directly with the SSA on your behalf from the day you call us.

Why Choose The Packard Law Firm After an SSI Denial

Appealing a denial isn’t just about resubmitting paperwork. It requires a clear strategy built around the specific reason your claim was rejected. We examine the denial letter, review the record, and identify the strongest arguments available for your situation.

Clients have direct access to their attorneys throughout the process, including personal cell phone numbers for updates when they matter most. We limit the number of cases we take on so each client receives genuine, dedicated attention rather than being handed off to a paralegal. Government agency processes can feel opaque and discouraging. Our job is to cut through that and advocate clearly on your behalf.

Why SSI Claims Get Denied

SSA denials fall into two broad categories, and which one applies to your case shapes everything an appeal needs to address.

Medical Denials

The SSA determined that your medical evidence doesn’t establish a qualifying disability. This typically happens when the record contains gaps in treatment history, lacks sufficient objective documentation, or the SSA concludes you can still perform some type of work.

Technical (Non-Medical) Denials

Because SSI is a needs-based program, a denial can also result from a basic eligibility rule regardless of your medical condition. Countable income or resources exceeding program limits are common triggers. The SSA sets those limits at $2,000 for individuals and $3,000 for couples. Incomplete forms or failing to respond to an SSA request for additional information can produce this type of denial as well.

Knowing which category applies tells us what evidence to gather and which arguments to build before the next appeal deadline.

Start Your SSI Appeal with a Free Consultation

We offer free initial consultations by phone or virtually, so getting answers doesn’t require a trip across San Antonio. Because we work on a contingency-fee basis, you pay nothing unless we recover benefits for you.