ALJ Hearing Preparation Checklist worksheet
Use this checklist to organize exhibits, testimony, work history, medication, witnesses, and logistics.
| Item | Your notes |
|---|---|
| Use This Checklist To Organize Exhibits | ____________________________ |
| Testimony | ____________________________ |
| Work History | ____________________________ |
| Medication | ____________________________ |
| Witnesses | ____________________________ |
| Logistics | ____________________________ |
| Hearing date and format | ____________________________ |
| Current appeal level | ____________________________ |
| Exhibit file status | ____________________________ |
| Recent treatment records | ____________________________ |
| Medication list | ____________________________ |
| Past work summary | ____________________________ |
Before you use this checklist
- Copy dates and instructions from the current SSA notice rather than memory.
- Keep originals and work from copies.
- Do not send Social Security numbers, bank information, or full medical files to an unverified recipient.
- Save filing confirmations and proof of any time-sensitive submission.