Title: SSDI Appeals Council — Already Represented by an Attorney Hello, I’m currently appealing an SSDI denial to the Appeals Council and I already have an attorney representing me. I joined this group because I’m looking for additional guidance and a better understanding of the Appeals Council process. I believe there are significant issues with how the ALJ evaluated some of my medical evidence, functional limitations, and vocational expert testimony. Does your team review Appeals Council cases when someone is already represented? If you identify issues or additional arguments, are you willing to work with or communicate with the claimant’s existing attorney? I’m not looking to replace my attorney. I’m looking for additional guidance that may help strengthen my appeal. Thank you.