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Your Local Social Security Disability / SSI Law Firm

Representing Disabled Clients In Massachusetts and Rhode Island since 1996

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Have a Former SSA Staff Attorney on Your Side

We also handle permanent residency and naturalization (citizenship) applications

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As a former staff attorney with the Social Security Administration, Sara J. Frankel knows the law and how the system works from an inside perspective.

With more than 30 years of experience handling federal administrative law matters, Attorney Frankel can help you determine the next best steps to take in your individual case — whether you are seeking legal assistance with:

Social Security Disability Insurance benefits (SSDI)

Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

Naturalization (citizenship) applications

Permanent Residency

The knowledgeable and friendly attorneys and staff at the Law Offices of Sara J. Frankel & Associates will guide you step by step through the entire legal process of your disability or immigration case. We speak a wide variety of languages, including Spanish, Portuguese, and Cape Verdean Creole.

¡Hablamos Español!

Falamos Portugues!

Nu ta fala Creole!

Have a Former SSA Staff Attorney on Your Side

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Meet Sara

Attorney Sara J. Frankel is a former Social Security Administration staff attorney at the Office of Hearings and Appeals, and therefore knows how the process works from an inside perspective. For more than 30 years, she has been specializing in the practice of Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits (SSDI) and Supplementary Security Income Disability Benefits (SSID) law.

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What our Clients say

  • "I am incredibly grateful to attorney Sara Frankle and staff for helping me win my disability case. From the beginning they were professional, compassionate, and always kept me informed throughout the process. They truly fought for me and made a very stressful situation much easier to handle. I highly recommend them to anyone needing help with a disability case. Thank you for everything!"

    —Gloria D.

  • "I really loved attorney Frankels No-nonsense approach. Everything ran smoothly and was well calculated. She was able to get me approved on my first attempt for social security disability. Thank you so much."

    —William Q.

  • “Sarah Frankel helped get my disability case approved over 20 yrs ago! This long overdue review (I believe I was a client before everyone had computers)! I remember meeting with Sara, signing a few papers & Sara did the rest. I believe I received the "standard" denial on my 1st application (I was in my early 30s). Sara told me not to worry, she would take care of everything. A few signatures more & it was just a few months & my case was approved!


    Its been many years, but I still recommend Sara's office for disability help.”

    —Phyllis M.

  • “After 3.5 long years of fighting for my husband’s disability benefits and being denied twice, we are beyond grateful for Attorney Sara J. Frankel and her team at Frankel Law. Sara never gave up—she fought hard every step of the way and truly had our back.

    Her assistant Joyce was amazing too—both of them were always just a phone call or email away, answering every question with patience and care. They prepared us for what to expect, and treated us with compassion and respect during one of the hardest seasons of our lives.

    If you're looking for a disability attorney who will actually go the distance for you, we highly recommend Sara J. Frankel. She’s the real deal. 🙌💯”

    —Diana D.

  • “I am incredibly grateful to Sarah J. Frankel and her law firm for their exceptional work on my disability case. Despite facing multiple denials, my claim was finally approved, and it has had a profound positive impact on my life. Sarah J. Frankel demonstrated professionalism, empathy, and unwavering support throughout the entire process. She provided clear explanations and was always readily available to answer any questions.. I highly recommend Sarah J. Frankel and her associates to anyone seeking assistance with a disability claim.”

    —Lee M.

  • "I am so grateful to Sara J. Frankel and her law firm for their exceptional work on my disability case. Everyone was so incredibly helpful and had great communication throughout. I highly recommend The Law Offices Of Sara J. Frankel & Associates for anyone in need of representation."

    —Tyler C.

  • “I can’t say thank you enough to Attorney Frankel & her team!! She went above and beyond and took the time to speak with me. Not only about the case that she was working on, but she made sure that I was doing ok. I appreciate Joyce for keeping me updated as well!! Thank you Joyce for your hard work as well!! I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND Attorney Sara Frankel & Associates to anyone!!! Thank you again for everything you have done and continue to do!!!!!”

    —Casey S.

Contact Us

  • Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and/or Supplemental Security Income Disability (SSI or SSID) benefits?

  • Need help appealing any disability benefit denials?

  • Need representation at disability hearings?

  • Ready to obtain the benefits you deserve?

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