New Orleans Social Security Disability: Advocacy for the Crescent City
If you live in New Orleans, from the Upper 9th Ward to the Garden District, you know that this city runs on a unique rhythm of hard work and deep tradition. But when a chronic illness or a life-changing injury stops you from working, the process of securing Social Security Disability benefits can feel as complicated as the streets of the French Quarter. At Magnolia Disability, we provide the personalized, high-stakes advocacy that New Orleanians deserve, standing up against national “disability mills” with local expertise.
Our Connection to the New Orleans Community
New Orleans has a workforce unlike any other city in the world. We have deep experience navigating the medical landscape of Orleans Parish and coordinate closely with the healthcare networks our neighbors trust, including University Medical Center (UMC), Touro, and the LCMC Health and Ochsner systems. We know how to gather the specific medical evidence needed to satisfy the SSA’s strict requirements.
We also understand the unique vocational demands of the New Orleans economy. Whether you’ve spent your career in the hospitality and tourism industry, worked the docks at the Port of New Orleans, or served in the maritime and transportation sectors, we know how to prove that your disability prevents you from returning to your trade.
Local Landmarks & Life in the Big Easy
We are proud to serve the people who call the 504 home—from the historic porches of Mid-City to the vibrant communities in Algiers and New Orleans East. Whether you enjoy a Sunday at City Park, the brass bands at Frenchmen Street, or a festival at Woldenberg Park, we know that being unable to participate in our local culture is a heavy burden. We fight to get you the benefits you’ve earned so you can focus on your health and your family in the city you love.
Lance’s Local Recommendation
“New Orleans is a food mecca, but if you want a true local staple that never misses, you have to go to Parkway Bakery & Tavern on Hagan Avenue. Their roast beef po-boy with gravy is the gold standard. It’s the perfect spot to sit by the bayou and enjoy what makes this city great.” — Lance White
Local Resources for Your
Disability Claim
Navigating the federal system in the city is easier when you have the right local information.
New Orleans Social Security Field Office
Why Choose Magnolia Disability
We aren’t a voice on a speakerphone in another state; we are your neighbors. From the St. Louis Cathedral to the Superdome, we are committed to serving the people of New Orleans with the “Magnolia touch”—professional, persistent, and local.
No Fees Unless We Win Your Case
We believe that high-quality representation should be accessible to everyone in New Orleans, regardless of their current financial situation. We work on a contingency basis, meaning there are no upfront costs or hidden fees. We only get paid when we successfully win your benefits and secure your backpay.
Contact Us Today for a Consultation
(225) 955-2973 Serving New Orleans,
the Southshore, and All of Louisiana
The Team Behind Our Success
Magnolia Disability was founded by attorney Lance White to assist people with disabilities (who are no longer able to work) obtain their Social Security benefits. Throughout his career, he has helped hundreds of clients obtain disability benefits they need to live without fear of how they will afford their food, their home, and their lifestyle.
Lance is joined in his practice by Paula White, who is a current EDPNA through the Social Security Administration and an Accredited Disability Representative through the National Association of Disability Representatives (NADR). Together they strive to create an environment in which their clients feel heard, appreciated, and fairly represented.
Lance White
Paula White
Guidance You Can Count On
We Put Clients First
We Build Strong Cases
We Stay Persistent
Are You Ready to Win Your Case?
