This brief outlines the medical evidence on file, background details, and arguments for why a claimant should be considered disabled.

The post-hearing brief is a brief or memo written after the hearing takes place that addresses a specific issue(s). It will address the Claimant’s testimony, the ALJ’s questions, and the testimony given by a Medical or Vocational Expert.

Denied at the Hearing level? Let us craft a persuasive argument to the Appeals Council to have the ALJ’s decision reviewed for remand. We are experts in spotting errors by the vocational expert, medical experts, or the ALJ.

The Medical Summary Report (MSR) is SOAR’s signature tool and key to a successful application. It provides a succinct, comprehensive summary of the applicant’s personal and treatment history and its impact on his or her life. It also clearly describes the factors affecting functioning and ability to work.