SSA Office of Hearings Operations – Chicago, IL

SSA Office of Hearings Operations (OHO)

Federal Disability Adjudication

The Social Security Administration’s Office of Hearings Operations (OHO) in Chicago is located within the Citadel Center. This federal office is responsible for holding hearings and issuing decisions on appeals for Social Security disability benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claims. Administrative Law Judges (ALJs) conduct impartial de novo hearings for claimants who have contested previous determinations made by the agency. ⚖️

Hearing Services

• Processing of Request for Hearing on disability claims
• Video and in-person hearings with Administrative Law Judges
• Review of medical evidence and vocational expert testimony
• Case file management and decision writing

Security and Access

This office operates under strict federal security protocols. All visitors, including claimants, representatives, and witnesses, must undergo screening upon entry. Electronics such as cameras and recording devices are generally prohibited within the hearing rooms. It is crucial to arrive early for your scheduled hearing to allow time for security processing. This location is specifically for hearings and appeals, not for general Social Security card applications.