What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterans Disability Attorney position at Pen Pioneer LLC?
Job Overview
A Veterans Disability Attorney is a legal professional who specializes in representing veterans who have been denied benefits. Their job is help veterans navigate the complex appeals process and advocate on their benefit to obtain the benefits they are entitled to. Supervisory Responsibilities A Veterans Disability Attorney may supervise junior attorneys, manage their legal support staff, and oversee investigators or other members of the legal team.
Primary Responsibilities
- Consult with clients to discuss their disability claims and assess the strength of their claims.
- Gather evidence, including medical records, buddy statements, and other evidence to support the client’s claim for benefits.
- File appeals with the VA when a client’s claim for benefits has been denied or the amount awarded is inadequate.
- Represent clients at administrative hearings.
- Provide legal advice and guidance to clients throughout the legal process and answer any questions they may have.
- Ensure compliance with all legal and ethical standards related to veterans disability law. Required Skills/Abilities
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
- Strong understanding of administrative law and legal procedures.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of legal industry and market trends.
- Ability to handle confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
Experience and Professional Qualifications
- Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
- Licensed attorney.
- Relevant legal work experience.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Organizational Values Integrity, Commitment, Accountability, Warrior Ethos, Leads by Example Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: Remote
Salary : $80,000 - $125,000
