Social Security Advocates America
The Social Security Advocates America representative team

Our Story

With more than five decades of combined experience inside the Social Security Administration, we understand exactly how complex and overwhelming the claims process can be. Social Security Advocates Atlanta was founded because we witnessed cases delayed or denied due to technicalities, missing documentation, or strict procedural requirements. We've seen these challenges firsthand, and we've built our organization to eliminate them by creating a streamlined process that supports our client's experience.

Expertise You Can Trust

Social Security Advocates America brings together former SSA insiders nationwide, former disability raters from the Department of Veterans Affairs, and professionals experienced in the FERS disability process. This unique blend of expertise gives our clients an advantage that most never have access to guidance from professionals who know the system from the inside. We apply our knowledge to strengthen your claim, anticipate obstacles, and ensure every requirement is met with precision.

Nationwide Support

Social Security Advocates Atlanta, our flagship office, proudly assist clients across the country. No matter where you live, you can access the same high-level expertise, personalized support, and proven process. Our Social Security Advocates America team also serves America's North and Southeast Regions, the Midwest Region, and the Western Region.

Your Case Deserves Experienced Advocacy

You shouldn't have to navigate an overwhelming federal disability system alone. You deserve a team with our unmatched experience, that understands the program, respects your time, and fights for the benefits you're entitled to.

"Knowledge is power. Let our experience work for you."

Meet Our Representatives

Bradford

Social Security and Federal Benefits Representative & Former SSA Analyst Expert

With more than 20 years of federal government experience, Bradford has dedicated her career to helping individuals and families understand and maximize their government benefits. Throughout her distinguished career with the Social Security Administration (SSA), she served in multiple leadership and technical roles, including Claims Specialist, Operations Supervisor, Assistant District Manager, Area Director Supervisor, and Area Operations Analyst.

Bradford has extensive expertise in Social Security Retirement, Disability, Survivors, Medicare, and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). She has guided thousands of individuals through complex benefit decisions while mentoring employees, developing policy expertise, and leading high-performing teams.

Known for her integrity, professionalism, and commitment to public service, Bradford believes that knowledge is power and that everyone deserves access to accurate information before making life-changing benefit decisions.

Costephens

Social Security Representative & Former SSA Claims Specialist

Costephens is a trusted government benefits specialist with a distinguished 15-year track record of helping individuals successfully navigate retirement, disability, survivors, and Medicare programs. Known for her meticulous attention to detail, deep industry expertise, and genuine empathy, Costephens simplifies complex procedures and provides clear, compassionate guidance to ensure her clients confidently secure and maximize the benefits they have earned. Her mission is to make overwhelming government processes straightforward, accessible, and stress-free for clients of all backgrounds, ensuring a seamless and worry-free experience from start to finish.

Farmer

Veteran Benefit Representative & Former SSA Service Representative

With over a decade of SSA and Veterans benefit experience, Farmer is a dedicated and results-driven Social Security Representative and Disability Representative with a passion for helping individuals and families navigate the complex Social Security and Disability Benefits process. With a strong commitment to advocacy and client service, she works tirelessly to ensure her clients receive the benefits and support they deserve. Farmer prides herself on professionalism, integrity, and compassion. Her goal is to make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible while securing the best possible outcome for every client.

Stevenson

Social Security Disability Representative & Former SSA Policy Expert

With nearly two decades of experience working for the Social Security Administration (SSA), Stevenson has served in nearly every stage of the disability determination process. Her career includes making initial and reconsideration disability decisions as a Disability Examiner, serving as an Administrative Hearings Officer, conducting federal quality reviews to ensure decisions complied with SSA policy, and ultimately writing national disability policy at Social Security Headquarters. Stevenson's unique, end-to-end experience provides an in-depth understanding of how disability claims are evaluated, reviewed, and decided at every level.

"After witnessing firsthand how overwhelming the disability process can be for individuals already facing significant medical, financial, and emotional challenges, I felt compelled to put the knowledge I've gained to work for the American people."— Stevenson

What We Stand For

Integrity

Honest Assessments — Even When It Means Telling You Not To File.

Empathy

You Are Never Just A Case Number Here.

Excellence

Insider-Level Precision On Every Application.

Access

Modern Tools That Keep You Informed 24/7.

Ready To Talk To Someone Who Knows The System?

Free, no-pressure consultation. We'll tell you honestly where you stand.