
Affordable, Fun, and Focused: NextGen Is Calling Your Name!
September 25, 2025
Ready to level up your Social Security disability practice? Don’t miss the NOSSCR NextGen Retreat in Charlotte, North Carolina, from October 16-18!
The NextGen Retreat is specifically designed for practitioners who are new to the field or under the age of 40. It’s a fantastic opportunity to build a strong foundation for your career while connecting with a community of your peers.
Why should you register?
- Affordable & Accessible: At just $75 for NOSSCR members, this conference offers incredible value. And just 7 miles away from the Charlotte airport makes travel a breeze!
- Targeted Learning: The retreat features half-day CLE sessions with an agenda tailored to new practitioners. You’ll gain practical, actionable knowledge that you can apply to your cases right away.
- Invaluable Networking: This is more than just a conference—it’s a chance to connect and build relationships. The smaller group size is perfect for getting to know colleagues on a deeper level. The agenda is packed with opportunities for networking, including a casual dinner, a happy hour, and fun group events like a tour and an escape-room style game. You’ll leave with new friends and a strong support network.
- It’s FUN! In addition to the great learning and networking, the retreat is designed to be a fun, engaging experience.
Tentative Agenda:
- Day 1: Thursday, October 16
- 5:30 pm – Dinner at Bella Ciao, Sponsored by: Trajector
- Day 2: Friday, October 17
- 7:00 am – Breakfast at Residence Inn
- 8:00 am – Session 1 – Age 18 Re-Determinations by Kara Neaton of LANC
- 9:00 am – Session 2 – Common Additional Medical Docs To Request by Ashley Sappenfield of Lanier Law Group
- 10:00 am – Session 3 – Breaking into Federal Court from Admin Court by Joanna Symkowski of Green And Greenberg Law
- 11:00 am – Session 4 – Judges
- 12:00pm – Lunch – Sponsored by: Legal Conversion Center
- 4:00pm – Networking Group Event: Beat the Bomb Charlotte
- 5:00pm – Happy Hour – Sponsored by: Legal Conversion Center
- 6:30pm – Dinner at Phat Burrito
- Day 3: Saturday, October 18
- 7:00 am – Breakfast at Residence Inn
- 8:00 am – Session 1 – VE Testimony by VE Katherine Jett
- 9:00 am – Session 2 – Medical Records Demystified by Dr. John Schwabe
- 10:00 am – Session 3 – Step 5 Strategies from Meghan Gallo of GCC Law Firm
- 11:00 am – Session 4 – Ask Us Anything! Panel by Christine Burnside of Deuterman Law Group and Stephen Sloan of Osterhout Berger Daley
- 2:00 pm – Networking and Site Seeing Group Event: Fender Bender Charlotte Tour Bus
If you’re under 40 or have been practicing in this field fewer than 10 years, the NextGen Retreat is the place to be. We can’t wait to see you in Charlotte!
Register now to secure your spot!





