VA-Accredited VSO Representatives in Lakewood, CO
If you're searching for a Veterans Service Officer (VSO) in Lakewood, Colorado, you've come to the right place. This directory helps veterans in Lakewood and nearby communities find accredited VSOs who provide free assistance with VA disability claims, appeals, pensions, survivor benefits, and other VA programs. Compare local representatives, review their organizations, and choose the office that best fits your needs.
25 VA-accredited representatives are recorded in Lakewood, Colorado, across 2 ZIP codes. Many are accredited with more than one organization, listed on each row. A VA-accredited representative can help a veteran prepare and file a VA claim at no cost.
Reviews of local VSO offices
This listing is the federal VA regional office (physically located in Lakewood) rather than a walk-in county VSO. Reviews describe long wait times, cancelled appointments with no notice, an eight-month wait on a CHAMPVA update, and an unanswered phone line. Several describe a preferred representative worth a long drive for reliable, thorough claim updates.
Summarized from public Google reviews (as of 2026-07). Ratings reflect Google reviewers, not RateMyVSO. Individual reviews and reviewer names are not shown.
ZIP 80225 (1)
| Representative | Organization | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Archer, Anthony J | The Retired Enlisted Association | No ratings yet |
ZIP 80228 (24)
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Frequently asked questions
Do I have to use a VSO to file a VA disability claim?
No. You may file your own claim directly with VA at no cost. VSO representation is optional but offers concrete advantages such as access to your electronic claim file (VBMS), procedural review windows, and continuity across future claims.
How much does a VSO cost?
Accredited VSO representatives are prohibited by federal regulation from charging any fee on a VA benefits claim (38 CFR § 14.629). If a person calling themselves a VSO requests payment, report them to VA's Office of General Counsel.
Can I have more than one representative at the same time?
Generally no. Under 38 CFR § 14.631(e), only one organization, representative, agent, or attorney is recognized at one time for a particular claim, with limited exceptions for specific claim issues delegated to a different individual.
Does my Power of Attorney expire?
For most claim-representation purposes, no. A POA remains in effect until you revoke it or appoint a new representative (38 CFR § 14.631). The only narrow exception is when income is being verified through an IRS data match, in which case the POA is valid for 5 years for that limited purpose.
What's the difference between a VSO and an accredited attorney?
A VSO is an accredited representative of a Veterans Service Organization, state DVA, or county veterans office, and may never charge a fee. An accredited attorney must be a member in good standing of a state bar and may charge a fee only after VA issues an initial decision (38 CFR § 14.629; 38 CFR § 14.636).
How do I know if someone is actually accredited?
Check the official VA Office of General Counsel accreditation database at va.gov/ogc/apps/accreditation, or use the free representative search, which draws from the same OGC data.
Can I switch VSOs in the middle of an active claim?
Yes. Filing a new VA Form 21-22 with a different representative automatically revokes the prior POA, and your active claim continues processing without interruption (38 CFR § 14.631).
What if my old POA is decades old and the rep is no longer reachable?
The POA legally remains in effect even if the specific rep is unreachable. The practical solution is to file a new VA Form 21-22 with a current accredited representative, which automatically supersedes the old one. You can verify who VA has on file through your VA.gov account or by calling 800-827-1000.
Can my VSO file a Higher-Level Review or Supplemental Claim for me?
Yes. Accredited VSO representatives may prepare and file Higher-Level Reviews, Supplemental Claims, and appeals to the Board of Veterans' Appeals, all at no cost.
Are VSO services confidential?
Accredited representatives are bound by VA's standards of conduct and the privacy protections in the Privacy Act and 38 U.S.C. § 5701. They cannot disclose your information outside the scope of representation without your consent.
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