If you live in Monroe, West Monroe, Bastrop, or anywhere in the Twin Cities area and are no longer able to work due to a physical or mental impairment, you need a local advocate who understands the NELA landscape. At Magnolia Disability, we provide the personalized, high-stakes advocacy that national firms can’t match, ensuring your case is handled with the “Magnolia touch.”
Our Connection to the Monroe Community
Northeast Louisiana is a vital center for healthcare and commerce. We have deep experience navigating the medical landscape of Ouachita Parish and coordinate closely with the healthcare networks our neighbors trust most, including St. Francis Medical Center, Glenwood Regional Medical Center, and Ochsner LSU Health Monroe. We know how to gather the specific medical evidence needed to prove your claim to the SSA.
We also understand the unique vocational background of the Monroe workforce. From the professionals at the University of Louisiana at Monroe (ULM) and the telecommunications industry to the hardworking staff in our local manufacturing and paper mills, we know what it takes to prove that your disability prevents you from maintaining gainful employment.
Local Landmarks & Life in the Twin Cities
We are proud to serve the people who call the 318 home—from the historic streets of the Garden District to the bustling shops of Antique Alley in West Monroe. Whether you enjoy a weekend at Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge, a visit to the Biedenharn Museum & Gardens, or a night cheering on the ULM Warhawks, we know that being unable to participate in your community is one of the hardest parts of being disabled. We fight for the benefits you’ve earned so you can focus on your life here in Northeast Louisiana.
Lance’s Local Recommendation
“If you’re in Monroe for a meeting or a doctor’s visit, you have to stop by Warehouse No. 1 Restaurant on South Riverfront Street. Their view of the Ouachita River is incredible, and the ‘Ouachita River Special’ or the peppery catfish are some of the best flavors in the state. It’s a true Monroe landmark.” — Lance White
Local Resources for Your
Disability Claim
Navigating the federal system is easier when you have the right local contact information.
Monroe 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 Ouachita River to the Chennault Aviation & Military Museum, we are committed to serving the people of Northeast Louisiana with professional, persistent, and local advocacy.
No Fees Unless We Win Your Case
We believe that high-quality representation should be accessible to everyone in Monroe, 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 Monroe,
West Monroe, 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.
Guidance You Can Count On
We Put Clients First
We Build Strong Cases
We Stay Persistent








