State Pension Claims
Complete support for new state pension applications, including navigation of transitional protection arrangements between old and new pension schemes. We assist with National Insurance contribution verification, contracted-out pension adjustments, and deferral calculations.
What's Included
- National Insurance record review
- Entitlement calculation across pension reforms
- Application form completion and submission
- Liaison with DWP Pension Service
- Resolution of contribution gaps or disputes
Disability Benefit Applications
Expert guidance through Personal Independence Payment, Disability Living Allowance, and Employment and Support Allowance applications. We understand assessment descriptors and help present your circumstances in ways that accurately reflect functional limitations.
What's Included
- Initial eligibility assessment
- Detailed application form assistance
- Medical evidence coordination
- Preparation for face-to-face or telephone assessments
- Post-decision review and reconsideration support
Universal Credit Guidance
Support through Universal Credit applications and transitions from legacy benefits. We help maximise entitlement across all elements including housing, childcare, and limited capability additions.
What's Included
- Transitional protection assessment
- Application account setup and verification
- Element eligibility review
- Work capability assessment preparation
- Advances and hardship payment guidance
Pension Credit Assessments
Comprehensive entitlement review for both Guarantee Credit and Savings Credit components. Many pensioners miss out on substantial weekly payments simply because they don't realise eligibility extends beyond state pension alone.
What's Included
- Income and capital assessment
- Severe disability premium evaluation
- Housing and council tax reduction coordination
- Application completion and submission
- Backdating claim where applicable
Attendance Allowance Claims
Specialised support for individuals over state pension age who need help with personal care due to illness or disability. Attendance Allowance is non-means-tested and doesn't require someone to actually be providing care.
What's Included
- Care needs assessment and documentation
- Day and night care requirement evaluation
- Application form narrative development
- Supporting evidence gathering
- Decision review and reconsideration if needed
Appeals and Reviews
Full representation through mandatory reconsideration and tribunal appeal processes. Success rates increase dramatically with proper legal representation. We handle all stages from challenging initial decisions through to First-tier Tribunal hearings.
What's Included
- Decision analysis and grounds identification
- Mandatory reconsideration request drafting
- Appeal submission to tribunal
- Additional evidence gathering and medical reports
- Full tribunal representation and advocacy
- Post-hearing implementation support