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Katy Whalen posted an eventJoin us for our next Webinar on November 3! see more
An Introduction to Veterans Law:
What You Need to Know to Become AccreditedKent Eiler, Esq. Art Gage Law
Amy Odom, Esq., Chisholm Chishom and Kilpatrick
John V. Tucker, Esq., Tucker Law GroupNovember 3, 2021
1:00 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. ET*
Join three expert practitioners on a journey through the basic tenets of veterans law. Each presenter will spend 1.25 hours covering important concepts required for VA accreditation. These topics include representation before VA, claims procedures, basic eligibility for VA benefits, the right to appeal, disability compensation, dependency and indemnity compensation, and pension. While geared towards those seeking VA accreditation, it is also an excellent refresher for novice practitioners!*********
John V. Tucker (hour one) is the Principal of Tucker Law Group, P.A., a law firm with a national VA Service-Connected Compensation and ERISA Disability Insurance law practice headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida. John is AV-Rated by Martindale Hubbell, has received a 10/10-Superb designation by Avvo.com, and has been named to the Florida Super Lawyer and Florida Legal Elite lists for several years. He is the current chair of NOVA’s Webinar Planning Committee and was recently elected to serve on the NOVA Board for a three-year term starting January 2022.
Amy Odom (hour two) joined Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick in September 2018 as an appellate attorney, and currently serves as the firm’s Appellate Strategy Coordinator. Prior to joining CCK, Amy served as a staff attorney and then as the Director of Litigation at the National Veterans Legal Services Program. She is a past President of the CAVC Bar Association, as well as a credited author of the Veterans Benefits Manual 2009-2013 editions, and a credited editor of the 2014-2018/2019 editions.
Kent Eiler (hour 3) is an attorney at Art Gage Law, a veteran, and continues to serve in the United States Air Force Reserve as a judge advocate (JAG). Prior to joining Art Gage Law earlier this year, Kent was the Project Director of the New York City Bar Justice Center’s Veterans Assistance Project which, during Kent’s tenure, obtained millions of dollars in ongoing and retroactive benefits for low-income veterans throughout New York City.
*Each segment of instruction will include 15 minutes for questions and there will be a 15-minute break between segments.
Register today by selecting your tickets below - then click purchase!
Member Registration Fee: $149.00
Non-Member Registration Fee: $199.00
PLEASE NOTE: NOVA conducts its webinars using Bizzabo. Upon completion of registration, you'll get an email from Bizzabo containing instructions regarding how to join the webinar at the scheduled date and time. Any questions or concerns - please feel free to contact NOVA Staff.
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Stacie Lemick posted an articleNOVA Presents Joseph R. Moore with the Kenneth M. Carpenter Achievement Award for Excellence see more
Congratulations to Joseph R. Moore who received the Kenneth M. Carpenter Achievement Award for Excellence at NOVA’s Fall 2021 Conference! Named after one of NOVA’s founding members, this award is presented to an outstanding NOVA member who has made a significant contribution to NOVA or to the practice of veterans’ law.
Mr. Moore started his career in veterans’ law in 1996 as an attorney for the Board of Veterans’ Appeals. In 1999, he started his own law practice dedicated to representing veterans. He founded Bergmann & Moore, LLC, with Glenn Bergmann in 2004, and heads Bergmann & Moore’s agency practice. Mr. Moore served on NOVA’s Board of Directors from 2007-2020 and as Vice-President from 2016-2020. In that role, he frequently presented at NOVA conferences and worked with his fellow NOVA Board members to advocate on behalf of NOVA before VA and Congress.
Mr. Moore graduated from Saint John’s University (Collegeville, MN) in 1992 with a double major in English and Theology, and from the University of Minnesota Law School in 1995.
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Jake Lee joined National Organization of Veterans' Advocates, Inc. .
Attorney Jake Lee is a dedicated trial attorney primarily focusing on criminal defense, military law, and veteran’s law. Jake is passionate about trial practice and takes every opportunity...
see moreAttorney Jake Lee is a dedicated trial attorney primarily focusing on criminal defense, military law, and veteran’s law. Jake is passionate about trial practice and takes every opportunity to challenge the state in the courtroom.
Jake graduated Cum Laude from Sacramento State with a bachelor’s degree in Public Relations. He spent the next few years working with the Government in Washington DC investigating white collar crimes with local and federal law enforcement agencies. Working with white collar criminal cases inspired him to attend Law School. Jake attended the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctor in less than two and a half years. He graduated with a distinction for both academic achievement and service to his community.
Jake has a wealth of criminal justice experience from his time building cases as an investigator at the local and federal law enforcement levels, as well as trying cases as a prosecutor for the third largest prosecutorial agency in the country. During his time as a prosecutor, he worked on a variety of cases ranging from misdemeanor speeding and DUIs up to class two felonies. Having handled thousands of cases across many different courts, Jake understands what it takes to present your case in a courtroom successfully.
When Jake isn’t working he enjoys spending time with his family and three dogs. Jake likes to go on adventures around the world and has successfully filled up three passports with his travels! Jake also has a history of giving back to the community and volunteers his time working with local non-profits.
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Don Harper joined National Organization of Veterans' Advocates, Inc. .
Recently retired Federal Administrative Law Judge
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