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You may be able to hire an attorney at no cost. EAJA
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broncovet
EAJA:
Chances are good you can hire an attorney at no cost to you. To do this, generally, you need a BVA denial (or lowball!). Partial denials are ok, such as if you are denied for PTSD, but awarded SC for hearing loss, and arthritis.
Caution: YOU DO NOT HAVE ONE year to appeal board decisions. You need to start appealing immediately, so that you can file your appeal to the CAVC within 120 days. (It takes time to hire an attorney, so dont wait 119 days. )
More details on EAJA here: https://cck-law.com/blog/what-is-eaja/
Virtually all law firms who represent Veterans will discuss your denial with you and help you decide whether or not to appeal, at no charge for an initial consultation. After discussing your case with your (potential attorney), you can decide if you want to be represented or not.
Source: I have done this personally.
https://cck-law.com/blog/what-is-eaja/
If you need a law firm, consider choosing one from this list:
https://www.vetadvocates.org/cpages/sustaining-members-directory
No, your attorney does not have to be in your state, it can be handled over the phone, email, mail, etc.
No, I dont get a kickback from attorneys for saying this.
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