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November 2023 by EVENTography OC
I was originally awards a VA disability rating in 2010. But as I get on and my conditions worsened, I've struggled to get assistance getting a re-evaluation on my disability.One day, while at the VA in Long Beach, I saw a sign for VA disability claims assistance workshop offered by the Veterans Legal Institute. I attended their workshop in Jan 2023. Within a month, I had an appointment with a VA representative who submitted my claim on the spot. 6 weeks after that, I had my VA disability examination. By August of 2023, I had a new rating awarded by the VA. That's 7 months from first contact with VLI. That is simply amazing!!Anyone who has ever tried to submit a VA disability claim knows how confusing and convoluted the process can be. Not only did VLI streamline the entire process. They were also so nice and helpful. They explained the process in detail and answered all of my questions.I am so impressed with VLI and the service they give to veterans in need. I've been recommending them to all of my fellow veterans to use for their claims.
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November 2023 by Timothy Mitchell
They gave me great advice regarding my bankruptcy case. They were able to find me a lawyer who took the case pro bono. Pleasantly surprised a company like this exists.Thank you VLI
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November 2023 by Jeffrey Hakim
This is an incredible organization with many resources to support our veterans. I am always impressed with their involvement and contributions to the community.
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September 2023 by Patrick Scott-Geyer
My landlord raised my rent by over 45% and I went to Veterans Legal Institute for help. They state on their web page that they help veterans with landlord tenant issues. I’m a Vietnam vet with 70% disability rating. All they did was say they didn’t have the expertise to handle my case and gave me some lame referrals. If you’re a lawyer serving veterans and you’re not familiar with an area, then you go to the law library and do some research. They should take the word “Veterans” out of their name. They provide disservice not service to veterans. Patrick Geyer, San Clemente, California
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August 2023 by Chris Markey
Veterans Legal Institute is an amazing organization and I cannot thank them enough for their hard work, efforts, and support of my VA claim. Ms. Sarah Gross is an outstanding, knowledgeable, and passionate legal representative who has done in the span of a few months what no other firm has been able to do for me in several years. With the help of Veterans Legal Institute and Ms. Gross I was able to move from 10% service connection to 70% (and they remain fighting for me currently!). I am so very fortunate to have them in my corner representing me.
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August 2023 by Mish R
Horrible the attorney lied to my face and closed my case with me having 0% custody. Did not even try. There were multiple restraining orders in the past for the opposing party also has a violent background he was charged with 7 felonies. They don’t help with family matters at all but they can accept all this money from donors acting like they do. Horrible horrible horrible
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May 2023 by Stupefying YourMind
I literally can’t say enough good things about VLI, they helped me out from beginning to end and made sure I was comfortable with everything before they made any moves on my behalf. Because of Veterans Legal Institute, I was about to get my status changed for the better. I’d most definitely recommend VLI to any veteran that needs help filing for their appeals or anything else they may need. Salute to everyone at Veterans Legal Institute, thank you for all your hard work.
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May 2023 by Denise Nelson
The people here are awesome! Where others said they would take my case and see it through over the years these fine group of people actually did! They were victorious at winning my case with the military. Finally after 30 years of trying. They took my case over and it was over in only a couple of years which is amazing considering how back logged and resistant they were. If you are a veteran who needs legal services I suggest trying here first.
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April 2023 by Carmen Chun
I would love to thank all of you at Veterans Legal without y’all’s help I wouldn’t been able to finally close a horrible chapter in my lifeI really do appreciate all the help and I am greatly appreciated for this helpAny veteran out there that need legal help or advise for sure reach out to them
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December 2022 by DO JO
I give Caitlin Emmons and the staff at Veterans Legal Institute 5 stars. They helped me get my discharge upgraded. They were so knowledgeable and thorough with every step they took with me. Thank you Veterans Legal Institute for all your help!
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November 2022 by Nelson H
Had differences of opinions with top management, politically motivated.Took care of a friend and his issues were taken care of but as the saying goes, "Look into the Abyss and the Abyss look back at you."As last resort its a pass.
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October 2022 by Scott Anthony
The entire staff at veterans legal institute is well educated and driven . I believe they are not only diligent but passionate about helping . I’ve never felt judged or dismissed . I know they are helping more people than me but nonetheless I have felt prioritized . Thank major sterling and Katie Binkley !!!!!! Katie has been by my families side and encouraging as well as informative . Gosh bless the VLI team . Semper fidelis
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September 2022 by donna kirkwood
As a veteran we need legal assistance that will ease the burden with benefit claims, and other legal services. The qualified experience of attorneys that knows the Veterans rights.
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September 2022 by Bre S
I utilized services at Veterans Legal for assistance with my child support & child custody case. Katie Binkley assisted me throughout the entire process from the beginning to end. Ms. Binkley is pleasant to work with. She obtains professional knowledge in law, patient, great attitude, follows up, strong leadership traits, active listener towards concerns & more! I cannot say enough about how great my experience was. Thank you Ms. Binkley!
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July 2022 by Jack Tucker
Amazing organization that helps veterans with their legal needs. Devoted team and a regularly shifting troupe of volunteers and interns.
