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Thousands of Veterans trust Berry Law to help them secure the benefits they’ve earned. These are their stories.
“She literally changed our lives—I mean, she got me 100% rating, and that just created a whole new world for us.”
Carlton P.
Navy
Ohio
“Getting somebody like Berry Law to help you out is probably one of the best decisions I ever made.”
Charles C.
Marine
Arizona
“Once I got involved with Berry Law Firm, they got me from 70 to 100%.”
Justin N.
Air Force
Texas
“It has been such a relief to hand things over to somebody who knows what they’re doing.”
Kyle M.
Army National Guard
Iowa
“A Veteran had recommended Berry Law Firm, and the rest is history.”
Shane B.
Navy
Missouri
“Your guys’ service is invaluable and totally worth it.”
Marielena O.
Army
Florida
Past case results and testimonials do not guarantee or predict similar outcomes in future cases.
Veterans Serving Veterans
We’ve been where you are. Now we fight for you.
We’ve been where you are.
Our Story
An infantryman turned JAG officer, John Stevens Berry began his legal career fighting for clients in Vietnam combat zones, including successfully defending Green Berets accused of murdering a double agent. After his military service, he founded Berry Law in 1965 with a commitment to helping his fellow Veterans and protecting the constitutional rights of all Americans.
Our Mission
That mission continues under his son John S. Berry, attorney, CEO and also a Veteran who served more than 20 years in the Army including command in Iraq. Today, Berry Law is the American Veteran’s Law Firm, having been honored with the HIRE Vets Platinum Medallion and the ESGR Pro Patria Award multiple times.
Why We’re Different
Other firms represent Veterans. We are Veterans. We speak the same language, share the same ethos, and fight with the same warrior spirit. That’s why Veterans trust us first, and why thousands nationwide call Berry Law.
John S. Berry – CEO
Berry Law
Meet the Veterans on Our Team
We’ve been where you are — here’s who’s fighting for you now.
Corrina Bartels – U.S. Air Force
CASE MANAGER
I served in the U.S. Air Force for 20 years as both an Operations Intelligence Analyst and an Intelligence Officer. I deployed to Iraq, Qatar, Guam, and Curacao, working in fast-paced environments where small details had big consequences. I learned how to think critically, read between the lines, and act under pressure—and I bring all of that into what I do now.
After I retired, I saw just how many Veterans were struggling to get the benefits they earned. The Department of Veterans Affairs—known as the VA—can make the claims process complicated. It’s slow. And too often, it leaves Veterans feeling invisible.
That’s where I come in.
David Hoeser – U.S. Army
VETERANS DISABILITY ATTORNEY
I’ve seen what happens when the system doesn’t get it right—and I’ve made it my job to challenge that.
Before I became an attorney, I served in the U.S. Army for seven years. I was a carpentry and masonry specialist, deployed to Afghanistan, and promoted to Sergeant. I learned how to lead, how to work under pressure, and how to keep going when things got hard. That mindset still drives me today.
Jason Thomas – U.S. Army
VETERANS DISABILITY ATTORNEY
I didn’t plan to become a lawyer, but every step in my journey led me here.
From 2003 to 2007, I served in the U.S. Army as a Cavalry Scout. I deployed to Diyala Province and Ramadi, Iraq, and made the rank of Sergeant. My role was to train and lead soldiers—an experience that taught me the Army values of loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity, and personal courage. Those same values guide me now in every case I take on.
After leaving the Army, I struggled to adjust to civilian life. I tried different jobs, but none of them gave me the sense of purpose I had in uniform. But advocating for Veterans changed that. All of our clients are flesh and blood people suffering from real problems.
Jacob Fry – U.S. Marine corps
CASE MANAGER
I served as a rifleman in the Marine Corps from 2008 to 2012 and deployed to Sangin, Afghanistan—twice. That experience shaped everything about who I am, but it also came with scars. Some you could see. Most you couldn’t.
When I got out of the Marines, I didn’t file for much. Like a lot of Veterans, I figured I didn’t need it. That someone else had it worse. That filing would make me look weak or like I was trying to get something I didn’t deserve.
Truth is, I didn’t even challenge my low rating for years. It took a blunt conversation with one of my best friends, who lost a leg in combat, to snap me out of that mindset. He told me straight: “You earned this. Stop acting like you didn’t.”
That hit me hard. And he was right.
David OSSIAN– U.S. MARINE CORPS
VA ACCREDITED REPRESENTATIVE
I served six years in the Marine Corps and deployed to Desert Storm. When I got out, I filed for disability compensation through the Department of Veterans Affairs—the federal agency that handles benefits for Veterans with service-connected injuries.
I thought it would be simple. It wasn’t.
The paperwork made no sense. The updates were vague. And when the decision finally came, it didn’t match what I was living with. I didn’t know what to do next. I just knew I couldn’t get through it alone.
That experience is what led me here.
Justin Bignell – U.S. Army
VETERANS DISABILITY ATTORNEY
I served in the Army for five years, from 2005 to 2010, and deployed to both Iraq and the Horn of Africa. I worked in rocket systems—fast-paced, high-pressure missions where every second counted. When I got out, I took that focus into law school, and then into the courtroom as a prosecutor. But something about it wasn’t enough.
I wanted to keep serving—but in a way that really meant something to me. That’s when I transitioned into Veterans disability law.
ERIC SMITH. – U.S. Army Reserves
VETERANS DISABILITY ATTORNEY
I still wear the uniform—and I still serve, just in a different way now.
For years, I worked as an attorney for the Department of Veterans Affairs, defending their decisions when Veterans appealed. I saw how complicated the system could be. I saw Veterans get denied for reasons they never even understood. And I saw how often people were left behind.
That’s why I joined Berry Law.
Andy Blevins – U.S. Navy
VETERANS DISABILITY ATTORNEY
When I left the Navy, I figured the tough part was behind me. I had served as a Cryptologic Technician, working under pressure every day. But nothing prepared me for the frustration of navigating the VA disability benefits system through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
The process was slow. The language was confusing. And the denial letter I received made it feel like my service didn’t matter That experience stuck with me—and it’s one reason I joined Berry Law.
Taylor Wikum – Army National Guard
VETERANS DISABILITY ATTORNEY
When I joined the Army National Guard, I did it to serve—but I never expected the biggest fight would come after. Leaving the military, I thought I was stepping into a new chapter. Instead, I found myself up against a system that makes you prove everything all over again.
I served six years in the Colorado Army National Guard—first as a Forward Observer, then as a Military Police Officer. The job taught me how to stay calm under pressure, protect the people around me, and follow through even when things got tough. What I didn’t expect was how hard it would be for Veterans to get the benefits they earned.
Sean Shepherd – U.S. Marine Corps
VA ACCREDITTED REPRESENTATIVE
The Marine Corps taught me that leadership isn’t about stripes on your collar—it’s about who you show up for. That lesson stuck with me through every rank and every duty station, from Afghanistan to Morocco to Norway to bases across the U.S.
I spent 20 years in the Corps serving as a Generator Mechanic, Ops Chief, Utilities Chief, and Recruiter. I worked with Marines from all backgrounds, and no matter the role, the mission was the same: take care of your people and follow through.
That mission didn’t stop when I retired.
Andrew Pereira – U.S. Army
DATA COLLECTIONS SPECIALIST
When I left the Army, I thought filing for disability benefits would be simple. I had no idea how wrong I was.
I filed my first claim in 2017 through a Veterans Service Organization. They typed what I said, submitted the forms, and sent me on my way. When the Department of Veterans Affairs denied my claim, no one called. No one explained. No one offered help. I had to chase them down just to schedule a follow-up—and even then, I was expected to guide the process myself. It felt like I needed a law degree just to be heard.
That experience stuck with me. It’s why I joined Berry Law.
Deb Hansel – Army National Guard
VETERAN SUPPORT CORPS
With over 15 years of military service, including deployments to Djibouti and Poland, I understand how much Veterans carry—even after the uniform comes off. The injuries. The stress. The isolation. And then there’s the VA system: slow, confusing, and often discouraging.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is supposed to help Veterans get the compensation and care they’ve earned. But too often, it just leaves them waiting. I’ve been there myself. I know what it’s like to submit a claim and feel like no one’s really listening.
That’s why I do what I do now.
John Nale – U.S. Marine Corps
CLIENT SERVICES SPECIALIST
I didn’t join the Marines to become a lawyer or work in client services. I joined to serve. As a Field Artillery Cannoneer and IED Detection Dog Handler, I spent six years in the Corps, including a deployment to Afghanistan’s Helmand Province. I also served as an instructor at the Marine Corps Cannon Crewman Course at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, before being medically separated as a Sergeant.
When I left the service, I faced the same challenge many veterans do—navigating the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) disability claims process. But what sounds straightforward on paper can feel like an uphill battle in reality.
Devin Lovgren – U.S. Army
CASE MANAGER
When I left full-time service, I had to navigate the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to file for disability compensation. I assumed my experience in uniform—my understanding of systems, structure, and policy—would give me an edge. It didn’t. The process was slow, confusing, and full of vague denials. I kept getting letters that didn’t reflect reality and updates that offered no answers.
That experience is what brought me to Berry Law.
Now, I help Veterans across the country who are stuck in the same system that frustrated me. I guide them through the claims process, translate the legal language into something they can actually understand, and help them feel supported through every step.
Orron Hill – U.S. Army
VA PRACTICE ADMINISTRATOR
After I left military service, I saw how many Veterans were still fighting—this time with the VA. The Department of Veterans Affairs is the government agency that provides benefits for injuries, conditions, and disabilities tied to service. But getting those benefits is often overwhelming. The claims process is slow, complicated, and easy to get lost in.
That’s what brought me to Berry Law.
I help Veterans across the country move their claims forward and fight back when the VA gets it wrong. Whether it’s an initial filing or a long-overdue appeal, I bring both legal insight and lived experience to every case I touch.
Jason Gibson – U.S. Marine Corps
CASE MANAGER
I spent 20 years in the U.S. Marine Corps, serving from 2002 to 2022. My career began as a CH-53E flightline mechanic, and I also served as a door gunner and tail gunner during combat operations. Later, I transitioned into recruiting and became a career recruiter, guiding the next generation of Marines. I retired at the rank of Master Sergeant after four deployments and assignments across North Carolina, Nebraska, Iowa, California, and Texas.
After hanging up the uniform, I wanted my next chapter to still be about service. I had heard of Berry Law’s reputation for fighting for Veterans and first learned more about the firm through fellow Marine Veteran Dave Ossian. Later, my brother Sean Shepherd joined the team and spoke highly of John Berry’s leadership. Hearing their experiences convinced me that this was where I was supposed to be.
Eddie Miranda – U.S. Marine Corps
VETERANS DISABILITY ATTORNEY
I spent eight years in the Marine Corps as a Ground Communications Technician. I was stationed in Okinawa, Camp Pendleton, and deployed to Afghanistan. Whether it was maintaining comms in the field or troubleshooting equipment under pressure, the job taught me how to stay focused, adapt quickly, and never quit on the people counting on me.
After separating from service, I assumed the next chapter would be smoother. But trying to work through the Department of Veterans Affairs—the VA—for disability compensation showed me otherwise. I filed my own claim and got vague responses, delays, and requests for more evidence that felt like a never-ending loop. I know what it’s like to wonder if anyone’s actually listening.
That experience didn’t just frustrate me—it gave me purpose.
Heather Smith – U.S. Army
VETERAN SUPPORT CORPS
I joined the Army in 2005 and served as an Aircraft Electrician, maintaining UH-60, AH-64, and CH-47 helicopters. During my two-year deployment to Afghanistan, I made sure every helicopter was ready to fly when it was needed—because lives depended on it. I learned to troubleshoot under pressure, stay focused, and protect the people counting on me.
That same mindset drives my work today.
Samuel Martinez Jr. – U.S. Marine Corps
INTAKE SPECIALIST
After separating from the military, I struggled with where to go next—and like many Veterans, I avoided the VA. I’d heard too many stories about the hassle, the rejections, and the sense that nobody really listens. But eventually I reached out, and Berry Law helped me get the benefits I deserved. That win? It changed my mindset—and it made me want to pay it forward.
Now I walk Veterans through the first steps of the VA disability process. The VA is the government agency in charge of providing compensation for service-connected conditions, but the system isn’t always easy to navigate—especially if you’re carrying invisible injuries or trauma.
Logan Harty – U.S. Marine Corps
VETERAN SUPPORT CORPS
I didn’t come to Berry Law to sell anything—I came here because I saw a chance to serve again. This time, with a mission that changes lives in a different way. As part of Berry Law’s Veteran Support Corps, I’m usually one of the first voices a Veteran hears when they reach out. Some have been denied before. Others aren’t sure where to start. My job is to make sure they know they’re not alone—and that we have a team who gets it because we’ve been there too.
Too many Veterans think they need to “tough it out” or that someone else had it worse. But this isn’t a contest. If you served, you deserve support. Period. That’s what I remind people of every single day.
Joe Loukota – U.S. Navy
CHIEF TRAINING OFFICER
After leaving the service in 2012, I found myself helping fellow Veterans navigate their education benefits during college. I quickly realized something troubling: the systems designed to support Veterans were often the same ones standing in their way. Forms were confusing. Rules seemed to change. And too many Veterans simply gave up when told “no.”
That experience lit a fire in me. I went to law school to learn how to change that—to be someone who could help bridge the gap between bureaucracy and the people it was supposed to serve. That path eventually led me to Berry Law.
Sarah Hardy – U.S. Marine Corps
VA ACCREDITED REPRESENTATIVE
Joining the military was one of the proudest moments of my life. I raised my right hand with the intention of serving my country fully as a Diesel Mechanic in the Marine Corps. Unfortunately, due to medical reasons, my time in the service was cut short. Ever since my early discharge as an E3, I’ve carried a deep sense of guilt—a feeling that I should have done more, stayed longer, and shared more of the burden with those who continued on.
That guilt has never fully gone away, but working at Berry Law has given me a way to honor my commitment in a different form. This work gives my service a second chapter, one where I can continue to support my fellow Veterans, even if I’m no longer in uniform.
Mason Hymer – U.S. Army
MISSION CORPS AGENT
I served in the U.S. Army for over a decade as an Infantryman, including a deployment to Iraq and assignments at Schofield Barracks and Fort Hood. During that time, I learned what it meant to show up—no matter how hard things got.
Now, I carry that same mindset into my work helping other Veterans through the Department of Veterans Affairs. The VA is supposed to provide compensation and care for injuries and conditions connected to military service. But the process is often slow, frustrating, and full of red tape.
That’s where I come in.
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Our process is simple and effective.
Tell Us Your Story
Every Veteran’s case is unique. We start by listening to your story and evaluating where the system has let you down.
We craft your legal strategy
Our VA-accredited attorneys build a plan around your specific disabilities. We handle all the deadlines, paperwork, and red tape so you don’t have to.
We fight for the benefits you deserve
You’ve already sacrificed enough. Now it’s our turn to carry the weight. We put you and your family in the best position possible.
FAQs
Answers you can trust
No. Your benefits are yours alone. The VA doesn’t have a set “pot” of benefits. Getting the rating you deserve has no impact on another Veteran’s benefits.
Berry Law was founded by a Vietnam Veteran and built by Veterans who know the VA system inside and out. Our VA accredited attorneys combine their firsthand military experience with legal skill to fight for what you’ve earned, with integrity, strategy, and relentless advocacy.
Once we take your case, you focus on your life while we handle everything from deadlines and filings to evidence and appeals. You’ll get regular updates from our team, and you pay nothing unless we win.
It may be. If your current rating doesn’t reflect the true impact of your condition, you could be missing compensation you’ve earned. Many veterans are underrated, sometimes for years. Every case is unique, so the best step is to consult with an experienced VA disability attorney to evaluate whether an appeal makes sense for your situation.
No, you pay nothing upfront. If you win, we receive a portion of your back pay award. You keep 100% of your future monthly benefits.
A VA claim is your first step toward getting a condition recognized as service connected, which qualifies you for benefits. If the VA denies or underrates that connection, you can appeal. Berry Law focuses building the medical and legal evidence to prove your condition is service connected and secure the rating you deserve.
Yes, we help Veterans file new claims as well as appeals. If you’re filing for the first time, we offer a free process to help you get started. While it doesn’t include the same one-on-one representation as our appeals service, it’s designed to help you file quickly and effectively, at no cost.
Not yet. Reaching out is the first step to see how we can help, but it doesn’t create an attorney-client relationship. Once we review your case and both agree to move forward, you’ll officially become a Berry Law client, and we’ll start fighting for your benefits.
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