National Organization of Social Security Claimant Representatives

What National Organization of Social Security Claimant Representatives does

NOSSCR (National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives) is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit specialized bar association founded in 1979 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., serving attorneys and non-attorney advocates who represent Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income claimants. The organization operates across all 50 states and Puerto Rico with thousands of members and a lean staff of 1–10 employees, generating revenue through tiered annual membership dues ($275–$660), bi-annual national conferences (Spring in Baltimore, Fall in Salt Lake City), per-case referral fees on warm-transferred claimant matches, and affinity partnerships with vendors such as Clio and ClaimData.

The core platform spans an online member portal with single sign-on (memberclicks.net), a 2025-launched iOS mobile app, the Hub&Space desktop companion, an on-demand CLE catalog and Annual CLE Pass, the SSA-authorized Referral Service (powered by Chronicle's ERE monitoring platform with Wave billing, 8x8 telephony, and Communicare Call Solutions screening), moderated listservs (Martin Legal Exchange, Nonprofit, NextGen) with ChatGPT-4o summarization, and a ten-month mentorship program. Distribution combines self-service digital sign-up, in-person and virtual conferences, and an SSA-channel-driven referral pipeline that converts unrepresented claimants screened at a live contact center into paying casework for member representatives. Governance rests on a Board of Directors; affiliated entities include the NOSSCR Foundation (501(c)(3) for tax-deductible donations) and the NOSSCR PAC. Following David Camp's January 2024 appointment as permanent CEO and his January 2026 transition to Senior Policy Advisor & General Counsel, Jennifer Cronenberg serves as Interim CEO.

Name

National Organization of Social Security Claimant Representatives

Legal name

National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives

Website

https://nosscr.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1979

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

NOSSCR is a 501(c)(6) specialized bar association founded in 1979 that serves thousands of Social Security disability attorneys and advocates across the U.S. through membership, continuing legal education, an SSA-authorized referral service, and administrative and legislative advocacy.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Legal Professional Association Services

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Legal Services (5411)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Legal Services (8111)

akta.pro primary industry

Healthcare-Linked Social Benefits Administration (e.g., Medicaid/Means-Tested Health Coverage) (BPAIAKAH)

Keywords

• Legal continuing education
• Professional bar association
• Disability advocacy services
• Social security law
• Attorney referral services

Headquarters

HQ city

Washington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees provide the primary revenue stream. NOSSCR offers multiple membership tiers: Regular ($490/year), Sustaining ($660/year), Nonprofit ($275/year), Emeritus ($275/year), and Law Student (free). These fees fund advocacy efforts, continuing education, conferences, and member services.
2. Conference Registration: Revenue from in-person and virtual conference registrations, with tiered pricing for members vs. non-members and different member categories. The 2026 Fall National Conference ranges from $738 (nonprofit/emeritus) to $1,845 (nonmember).
3. Referral Service Fees: Warm transfer fees charged to participating members for referrals matched to their practice: $30 for SSDI/SSI cases (age 0-29), $50 for cases (age 30-44), $110 for cases (age 45+), and $20 for Appeals Council and Federal Court level referrals.
4. Affinity Programs and Sponsorships: Revenue from affinity programs including Clio discount partnerships, ClaimData partnerships, and conference/exhibitor sponsorships. Affiliate links for car rentals, plane tickets, and hotels also generate revenue.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

NOSSCR operates as a specialized bar association providing membership-based services to attorneys and advocates who represent Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claimants. Core offerings include membership subscriptions, continuing legal education programs (on-demand and conferences), an SSA-authorized referral service connecting unrepresented claimants with member representatives, advocacy before SSA leadership and Congress, and professional community resources such as listservs, mentorship, and research tools.

Product overview

NOSSCR operates as a specialized bar association offering a comprehensive suite of products and services for Social Security disability practitioners. The core offering consists of membership with access to the NOSSCR Referral Service (matching claimants with representatives), NOSSCR Continuing Legal Education programs (on-demand courses, annual in-person conferences, virtual CLE), and advocacy services. Additional offerings include the NOSSCR Mobile App (iOS) for real-time updates, event management, and content access; Hub&Space desktop platform; NOSSCR Mentorship Program; and NOSSCR Listservs for member communication with AI-powered summarization. The organization also maintains research tools, awards programs (Eileen P. Sweeney Distinguished Service Award, Nancy G. Shor Leadership Award), and the Rudolph Patterson Scholarship for members with financial need.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• NOSSCR Membership Specialized bar association membership for attorneys and advocates representing Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income claimants. Includes subscription to the monthly NOSSCR Forum newsletter, discounted conference registration, referral service access, legal education content, state medical records payment rates, real-time alerts, voting rights, and government affairs advocacy support.
• NOSSCR Referral Service SSA-authorized statutory referral service matching claimants seeking representation with NOSSCR member attorneys and advocates. Features live call screening, warm transfers to registered representatives, and billing through nonprofit Disability Equality.
• NOSSCR Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Year-round education programs including on-demand course catalog, annual in-person conferences (Spring and Fall National Conferences), virtual CLE sessions, and online resource center for practitioners.
• NOSSCR Mobile App iOS mobile application providing real-time SSA policy updates, profile management, event registration, exclusive member content access (The Forum, The Member Monthly), learning center for streaming CLEs and webinars, conference-specific features including schedules, speakers, session details, and NOSSCR merchandise store access.
• NOSSCR Mentorship Program Ten-month program (January through October) connecting experienced NOSSCR members with less experienced practitioners for monthly mentor/mentee video or teleconference sessions covering career guidance, subject matter support, and professional development.
• NOSSCR Listservs Email-based member communication platforms including Martin Legal Exchange, Nonprofit, and NextGen Listservs, hosted via Gaggle Mail with OpenAI ChatGPT-4o-powered message summarization features.
• NOSSCR National Conferences Bi-annual in-person conferences (Spring National Conference and Fall National Conference) offering CLE sessions, SSA leadership updates, networking opportunities, and exhibitor showcases for Social Security disability practitioners.
• NOSSCR Advocacy Services Administrative and legislative advocacy on behalf of members and disability claimants, including engagement with SSA leadership, Congressional testimony, and policy recommendations for improving Social Security disability programs.
• NOSSCR Search Tools Research and search tools for advocates including Social Security Act, Regulations, Rulings, Acquiescence Rulings, HALLEX, and POMS search functionality, along with Google Scholar integration.
• Hub&Space (Desktop) Web-based desktop companion to the NOSSCR mobile app, providing access to resource library, event management, and news content through Mosaic-apps.com platform.
• Annual CLE Pass Subscription providing unlimited access to year-round continuing legal education content for NOSSCR members.
• NOSSCR Merchandise Store Online merchandise store available through the NOSSCR app offering professional items including apparel, office essentials, bags, and drinkware.

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

AI capability2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Disability EqualitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2025A nonprofit organization that manages the quality of the referral service contact center while expanding ways to help callers beyond new disability claims—to include overpayments, work incentives such as Ticket to Work, or other appropriate legal matters. Partnership enables NOSSCR to provide more comprehensive assistance to claimants calling the referral service.
• Chronicle (ERE Monitoring Platform)coreTechnology or IntegrationNOSSCR's Referral Service is powered by Chronicle, the ERE monitoring platform built for Social Security disability practices. Chronicle's software supports case management from initial application through post-hearing, providing participating firms with earlier awareness of deadlines and clearer case status visibility.
• Wave (Invoicing Platform)supportingTechnology or IntegrationWave handles credit card processing and invoicing for the referral service, minimizing fees and maintaining financial data securely for participating members.
• 8x8 (Phone Systems)supportingTechnology or IntegrationIndustry-leading custom phone solutions with minimal downtime for the referral service contact center operations.
• Communicare Call SolutionssupportingTechnology or IntegrationContact center services provider for screening incoming referral service calls and connecting claimants with representatives.
• CliosupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerLegal practice management software partnership providing NOSSCR members with a 10% discount on Clio products.
• ClaimDatasupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner providing members with a discount on ClaimData's app for Social Security disability practice management.
• Legal Conversion CentersupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerMarketing partner providing services to NOSSCR members through affinity programs.
• Social Security AdministrationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSSA leadership engages regularly with NOSSCR at conferences and through administrative advocacy. Commissioner Bisignano delivered keynote at NOSSCR's 2026 Spring National Conference, discussing SSA modernization agenda and taking questions from disability bar leaders. NOSSCR serves as key stakeholder for every component of SSA.
• We Can't Wait CoalitioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNOSSCR has endorsed The We Can't Wait Act (S. 3924), bipartisan legislation introduced by Senators Susan Collins and Maggie Hassan that would allow Americans with disabilities to opt for immediate access to SSDI benefits upon approval, bypassing the mandatory five-month waiting period in exchange for a modest benefit reduction.
• U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Maggie HassancoreOthersBipartisan sponsors of The We Can't Wait Act (S. 3924), legislation endorsed by NOSSCR to allow immediate SSDI benefit access bypassing the five-month waiting period.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• American Bar Association: The ABA is the largest US legal membership organization, providing CLE, advocacy, and member services across all practice areas. It is comparable to NOSSCR as a membership-based bar association with similar revenue model (dues, conferences, publications) but operates at vastly broader scale and is not specialized in Social Security disability law.
• American Association for Justice: AAJ (formerly ATLA) is a national membership organization for plaintiff trial lawyers, providing CLE, conferences, advocacy, and member benefits. It is comparable to NOSSCR as a bar association serving attorneys in claimant-side practice areas with a similar revenue mix.

Direct peers

• American Immigration Lawyers Association: AILA is a specialized national bar association for immigration attorneys, offering membership tiers, CLE conferences, listservs, advocacy before federal agencies, and affinity programs. It closely mirrors NOSSCR's structure as a niche-practice bar association with agency-facing advocacy and recurring member dues.
• National Employment Lawyers Association: NELA is a membership bar association for plaintiff employment lawyers, providing CLE, conferences, listservs, and federal advocacy. Like NOSSCR, it serves attorneys in a defined statutory practice area with strong member community and recurring subscription revenue.
• National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys: NAELA is a specialized bar association for elder law attorneys, offering member tiers, CLE, conferences, advocacy, and referral resources. Its member base, practice focus on aging-related benefits, and operational model are structurally similar to NOSSCR's disability-law focus.
• National Association of Disability Representatives: NADR is a membership organization for non-attorney disability representatives practicing before SSA. It is the closest direct competitor to NOSSCR's non-attorney advocate segment, overlapping significantly in target members and services.

Others

• National Disability Rights Network: NDRN is the federally funded nonprofit membership network for Protection & Advocacy systems serving people with disabilities. While it is an advocacy/NGO rather than a bar association, NOSSCR partners with disability advocacy organizations like it on policy and claimant access issues.

Emerging players

• Federal Bar Association: The Federal Bar Association is a national bar association focused on federal practice, including Social Security disability practitioners who appear before federal courts. It is comparable as a federal-practice bar association with CLE, conferences, and chapter-based membership.
• National Legal Aid & Defender Association: NLADA is a membership and advocacy organization for civil legal aid and public defense programs, including legal services organizations serving Social Security claimants. It overlaps with NOSSCR's nonprofit/legal aid member segment and shares the nonprofit 501(c) structure.
• American Health Law Association: AHLA is a specialized bar association for health law attorneys, offering membership tiers, CLE, conferences, and advocacy. It is comparable to NOSSCR as a niche-practice bar association with similar member-service offerings and recurring dues revenue.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries2 records

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