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Board of Veterans' Appeals allowance rates — represented vs. on your own
Source: Board of Veterans' Appeals Chairman's Annual Report, FY 2020. Accredited Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs) help with initial claims at no cost; accredited attorneys handle appeals on contingency — fees are regulated by the VA. Individual case outcomes vary significantly based on evidence and the nature of the claim.
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Statistics come from the Department of Veterans Affairs Monday Morning Workload Reports and publicly available performance data. Accuracy reflects the quality review sampling rate. Processing times represent the average days claims have been pending. Data is based on 2026-03-14 reports and may not reflect current conditions. This page is for informational purposes only.
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