Hear from NOSSCR’s Board President, Paul Burkhalter, as he details NOSSCR’s latest road trip to Social Security headquarters and provides a road map for NOSSCR’s future.

NOSSCR’s 2025 Fall Conference promises to enrich your practice, refresh your perspective, and recharge your professional spirit. Register now—your future self will thank you.

The Commissioner of Social Security Frank Bisignano will deliver the keynote address during NOSSCR’s Conference on Tuesday morning, September 9. Submit your questions for the Commissioner now!

Past NOSSCR President and current 11th Circuit Board Representative George Piemonte offers practical advice for responsible and effective hearing preparation. This month: winning disability claims without the Grid Rules.

When it comes to post-hearing evidence on job numbers, methodology matters far more than the numbers themselves—at least according to a recent 9th Circuit case—take a look with Sustaining Member Adriana de la Torre.

Send your young colleagues to NOSSCR’s 2025 NextGen Retreat in Charlotte, October 16-18! They’ll earn CLE, build connections, and have fun while growing as the next generation of Social Security advocates.

NOSSCR’s Government Relations Director, Betsy Rosecan, updates you on the latest legislation impacting Social Security. This month: the Protecting and Preserving Social Security Act.

NOSSCR’s Senior Counsel tackles commonly asked questions and provides best practice reminders. This month: where things stand on SSA’s Security Authentication PIN policy.

Get the full NOSSCR experience—right in your pocket! Access everything you need for the conference, plus stay connected year-round with the latest news, events, and member resources.

An invitation to our PAC contributors to join us at a special “thank you” reception during our Fall Conference.

NOSSCR is thankful for the ongoing generous support of our PAC contributors!

A new Chief Judge Bulletin has been released allowing increased opportunities for a HOCALJ to sign a fully favorable decision or order of dismissal if the hearing ALJ is unavailable.

Show your NOSSCR pride–shop official merch before the conference! Skip the lines and arrive in style with exclusive gear, available now while supplies last.

Cool air. Warm drinks. Hot topics. Get ready for NOSSCR’s Eighth Circuit Conference in Minneapolis, November 6-7.

Explore this recent paper examining the experiences of former SSDI beneficiaries in the years following termination of benefits due to medical improvement or work.

Join us for our Annual Member Meeting to hear directly from Board President Paul Burkhalter as he announces our recent Circuit Representative election results.

Explore NOSSCR’s new partnership with myLawCLE and learn how this platform will better serve you, our members.

Fort Myers, FL OHO is in the process of relocating. The move is scheduled to be complete by November 2025. Be sure to check updated NOHs for any in-person Hearings, and double check with the Ft. Myers OHO before mailing any documents.

Dive into the latest data from SSA including monthly statistical snapshots, the 2025 SSI Annual Report, and estimates of the financial effects of proposed legislation impacting Social Security.

We’re always accepting submissions for the NOSSCR Forum, Member Monthly, and Blog, and we’d love to feature your voice. Proposals are accepted on a rolling basis, so reach out anytime!

Share your stories with NOSSCR so that we can celebrate the lives, accomplishments, and announcements of our members!

Find links for the SCO to the DOT, Grid Rules, Listings, contact information for the Field Offices and Regional Communications Directors, DDS site codes, POMS recent changes, Emergency Messages, and much more!