Guides
- What to bring to a first meeting with a representative
Documents VA says support a disability claim, and what to discuss before you hire anyone. - How to appoint a representative
VA Form 21-22 for a VSO; VA Form 21-22a for an attorney or claims agent. - How to change or revoke a representative
You can discharge a representative at any time, for any reason. - VSO vs. claims agent vs. attorney: who can charge, and when
VA accredits three types of representatives. Only attorneys and claims agents may charge, and only after VA's initial decision. - Questions to ask before you sign a fee agreement
What VA requires in a fee agreement, and what to ask. - How to report someone charging illegally or acting improperly
VA's Office of General Counsel complaint process, the FTC, your state attorney general, and the state bar.
Before you choose anyone: Veterans Service Organization (VSO) representatives and government veterans service offices help for free. Accredited attorneys and claims agents generally may not charge for help with an initial claim, and may charge only after VA's initial decision on the claim, under 38 CFR 14.636.
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