How would you like to get help?

There is more than one kind of help with a VA claim. Pick the path that fits where you are. All of it is free to explore here.

VSO Representative Free, VA-accredited reps at Veterans Service Organizations. Search by ZIP, state, or name and read veteran reviews. Accredited Claims Agent Independent, VA-accredited agents who handle claims and appeals. May charge a fee, usually only on appeals. Accredited Attorney VA-accredited lawyers for appeals and complex cases. May charge a fee, usually only on appeals. VSO Organization Browse Veterans Service Organizations by name and see the reps each one sponsors. Other Help and Information Online Trusted community forums, videos, and official VA pages for researching your claim.

VSO representatives are always free. Accredited claims agents and attorneys are allowed to charge a fee, but usually only for work on an appeal, never for filing an initial claim. Always confirm fees in writing before you sign anything.