Advocate Resources
These resources are intended for advocates, lawyers and non-lawyers. They are designed to help you in your work with veterans and service members. They are not intended for the lay person and should not be considered client education material.
Student Loans to Servicemembers: Report on Servicing Abuses
The CFPB continues to find widespread problems with student loan servicing, including loans of servicemembers.
2015 Law Review Article on Providing Quality Service to Post-9/11 Veterans
How to help returning veterans use their GI Bill benefits to train and reintegrate.
SCRA and "End of Service" Orders
As noted in an article entitled"Terminating rental leases at the expiration of a term of service under the SCRA" in the general resource section, JAG officers do advise clients that the SCRA applies to the "end of service" order as well as orders changing duty stations.
SCRA and Protecting Victims of Domestic Violence
This law review article explores the intersection of the SCRA and state laws intended to protect victims of domestic violence.
When Does SCRA Apply? Reservists, Delayed Enlistment Program, and Post-Service
SCRA coverage for servicemembers outside of the typical active duty classification.
VA Pension (Non-Service-Related): Screening Tool
Advocate tool for interviewing veteran who may qualify for VA Pension
Promoting Legal Services within VA Facilities
Find a program near you. Volunteer or use these programs as models to start your own VA-facility-based legal clinic.
VA Disability Compensation: Screening Tool
Use this standardized interview to help you determine whether a veteran my qualify for VA Disability Comp.
Connecticut Veterans Legal Center - Medical-Legal Collaboration
Learn how this successful, vigorous collaboration began with a $20,000 seed grant.
Law-Related Blogs on Veteran and/or Military Issues
Attorneys and other advocates interested in servicemember and veteran-related legal topics may also be interested in the following blogs or specialized resources. Let us know via the feedback form if you have a favorite that isn't listed: