Military/veterans lawyers are attorneys who specialize in representing clients in matters related to military and veterans law. Military law is the body of laws, regulations, and policies that govern the military and military personnel, while veterans law is the body of laws, regulations, and policies that govern the rights and benefits of veterans, including disability benefits and healthcare.
Military/veterans lawyers may be called upon to handle a wide range of legal issues related to military and veterans law, including:
Advising military personnel on their rights and options under military law
Drafting and reviewing legal documents, such as military contracts or separation agreements, in military law proceedings
Representing military personnel in negotiations with the military or other parties to resolve military law disputes
Resolving disputes between military personnel and the military or other parties over military law issues, such as promotions or disciplinary action
Advising veterans on their rights and options for seeking benefits and healthcare under veterans' law
Drafting and reviewing legal documents, such as disability claims or appeals, in veterans' law proceedings
Representing veterans in negotiations with the Department of Veterans Affairs or other parties to resolve veterans' law disputes
Resolving disputes between veterans and the Department of Veterans Affairs or other parties over veterans' law issues, such as eligibility or claim disputes
Military/veterans lawyers may handle cases involving all types of legal issues that involve military or veterans law, from military contracts and promotions to disability benefits and healthcare. They may represent military personnel, veterans, or other organizations in military and veterans law matters.