Our VA Claim Fees
The VA's guidelines for attorney fees in disability claims establish a tiered system to ensure fairness and affordability. Fees up to 20% of past-due benefits are generally deemed reasonable, facilitating a direct payment process from the VA to the attorney. For fees between 20% and 33%, the VA evaluates factors such as case complexity and the attorney's effort, requiring veterans to pay these fees directly. Fees above 33.3% are considered unreasonable, reflecting the VA's commitment to protecting veterans from excessive legal costs and ensuring access to affordable legal representation
At Falcon Forward Law Group, we are committed to transparency and fairness, particularly regarding our fee structure for legal services. In the realm of VA disability claims, it's common for law firms to disclose their fees only after a potential client expends considerable time and resources discussing their claim. However, this vital information is frequently not made readily accessible or clear in their initial public communications or on their websites.
We emphasize that our current fee structure is based on a deep understanding of the financial challenges many veterans face. By choosing Falcon Forward Law Group, you're not just getting a legal advocate; you're partnering with a firm that values honesty, transparency, and the principle of fair pricing. Our goal is to make the process of obtaining your rightfully earned benefits as clear and stress-free as possible.
In response to this industry norm, we have adopted a clear and upfront approach to our fee structure. Currently, our contingency fees do not exceed 20% of the past-due benefits for our clients. This approach is possible because we maintain exceptionally low overhead and pass those savings on to our clients. This fee structure is reflective of our ongoing commitment to provide quality legal services at costs that are fair for the veterans we serve.
Understanding Additional Case-Related Expenses
While our contingency fee covers the legal work for your VA disability claims appeals, there are other potential expenses that are not included in this fee. These expenses are necessary for the comprehensive handling of your case and include:
Expert Consultations: In some instances, we may need to engage vocational or medical experts to provide detailed insights and strengthen your claim. The costs associated with these expert consultations are separate from our contingency fee.
Postage and Travel Expenses: Costs for mailing and correspondence related to your case, as well as any travel expenses for in-person representation, are additional. If a telehearing is not viable and in-person attendance is necessary, we will discuss and agree upon reasonable travel expenses beforehand.
Client Responsibility and Flexible Approach
It's important to note that clients are responsible for these additional expenses. However, recognizing the unique financial circumstances of each client, we handle the determination of when and how these costs are covered on a case-by-case basis. Our goal is to ensure that you are fully aware of all potential costs involved in your case and to work with you to manage these expenses in a way that aligns with your financial situation.