Administrative Hearings and Human Stories: Social Security Disability on the Frontlines

Through her social security disability practice, Asha Sharma represents clients who are often struggling with poverty, homelessness, and complex medical conditions. In this episode, she discusses the realities of building a practice around contingency fees from federal back pay, the challenge of working with vulnerable clients who lack proper medical documentation, and the extensive medical knowledge required to effectively advocate for people with conditions ranging from chronic pain to severe mental illness. Asha reflects on preparing for administrative hearings before federal judges, the impact of fraud cases that have tightened evidentiary standards, and why she finds meaning in work that helps society's most marginalized individuals navigate a complex federal system. Asha Sharma is a graduate of University of Minnesota Law School. This episode is hosted by Kyle McEntee. Mentioned in this episode: Learn more about Blueprint BU Law Learn more about Boston University School of Law Seattle Law Learn more about Seattle University School of Law Learn more about Seton Hall Learn more about Baylor Law Loyola Law School Learn more about Loyola Law School William & Mary Law Learn more about William & Mary Law School Access LawHub today!