Many elder law attorneys represent clients who may be eligible for valuable veterans benefits but are unfamiliar with the VA claims process. This program provides a practical introduction to veterans benefits, service-connected disability claims, and the steps required to obtain VA accreditation, enabling attorneys to effectively assist veterans and their families or expand their practice into veterans advocacy.
Credits: 1 General, 0 Diversity/Inclusion PR, 0 MH/SA PR, 0 Other PR
Veterans benefits can play a critical role in the financial well-being of older adults and their families, making a working knowledge of the VA system increasingly important for elder law attorneys. Join Maryam Abidi, Staff Attorney with the Veterans Legal Clinic at the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, for an introduction to veterans benefits law and VA accreditation. The program will cover eligibility for benefits, service connection claims, disability compensation, evidentiary requirements, and the VA appeals process. Participants will also learn the steps required to become VA accredited and the opportunities accreditation creates for representing veterans before the Department of Veterans Affairs. Whether you counsel aging veterans, assist families with long-term care planning, or are interested in expanding your practice, this session will provide practical guidance for serving this unique client population.
Maryam Abidi, Staff Attorney & Adjunct Professor, Veterans Legal Clinic, University of Illinois Chicago School of Law
Expires: 9/1/2028
