The document provides a comprehensive overview of the retirement rules for social security applicable to residents in Hennepin, as part of the Elder and Retirement Law Handbook by U.S. Legal Forms, Inc. Key features include eligibility criteria for social security benefits, application processes, and post-application steps, including appeals. Specific benefits highlighted include retirement insurance, supplemental security income, survivor benefits, and auxiliary benefits for family members of insured workers. Filling instructions emphasize applying early for benefits and utilizing local resources for guidance. Targeted towards attorneys, partners, owners, associates, paralegals, and legal assistants, the form serves as a vital reference in navigating the complexities of social security retirement rules. Legal professionals can use this document as a foundation for advising clients, managing applications, and advocating for appeals or benefit adjustments. The information is presented clearly to assist both legal experts and individuals with limited legal experience in understanding their rights and available benefits.