VA Benefits Explorer

VA-accredited attorneys and claims agents may represent veterans in claims and appeals, and may charge fees only for work done after VA sends notice of its initial decision on a claim, whether or not that decision was favorable. VA maintains a publicly searchable directory of all accredited representatives.

Guide: 2 things to gather, 4 steps

Veterans with less-than-honorable discharges may apply to their branch's Discharge Review Board or Board for Correction of Military Records, depending on the case, to upgrade their service characterization. An upgrade can open VA benefits, but a Discharge Review Board upgrade does not lift a bar to benefits set by law.

Guide: 4 things to gather, 6 steps

National nonprofit providing free legal representation at the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims and training attorneys to handle complex veterans law cases for veterans nationwide.