Vanessa Beam, ACP, is a Social Security Claimant's Representative. She has earned ACP® designations in Civil Litigation and Social Security Disability. As chairperson of Legal Aid of West Virginia's Social Security Taskforce, she is responsible for mentoring, educating, and training members. Before entering the Social Security arena, Ms. Beam practiced civil litigation for over 20 years. Beyond work, she is an avid "doll hospitalist" who refurbishes American Girl dolls for donation to various charities' Christmas giveaway programs.