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We help veterans access VA benefits and healthcare. Our attorneys only assist with VA benefits issues and military discharge upgrades.

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VA benefits assistance: San Francisco residents are eligible for a free one-time consultation with an attorney.
Discharge upgrade assistance: San Francisco, Marin, Alameda, Contra Costa, Santa Clara and San Mateo residents are eligible for a free one-time consultation with an attorney.
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Full attorney representation is offered on a case-by-case basis and is prioritized for homeless veterans who live in San Francisco.

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Helpful resources

Self Help Guides

If you are a veteran seeking VA benefits, a discharge upgrade, or just getting copies of your military records, our comprehensive self-help materials may have the information you need.

Requesting Copies of Military Records

You can order your records online or by mail. Here’s how.

VA Character of Service Determinations: An Alternative to Discharge Review

You left the military with a discharge that was less than fully Honorable. The discharge hasn’t been upgraded. You may still be able to get VA benefits — if the VA makes a favorable Character of Discharge Determination.

Upgrading Your Discharge and Changing the Reason for Your Discharge

We offer a how-to guide that explains the process of applying for a military discharge upgrade or a change in the reason for your military discharge.

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