What's the difference between a VA-accredited claims agent and a VA-accredited attorney?
Last verified July 1, 2026 · Reviewed by Esteban Magallon, VA-Accredited Claims Agent
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- Neither role provides legal advice outside VA practice.
- Claims agents must pass a written OGC exam and complete continuing education.
- If your case is appealed to the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims (CAVC), an accredited agent will refer you to a CAVC-admitted attorney.
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This is general educational information about VA claims — not legal or medical advice. Individual outcomes depend on the record. Oakridge Claims is a private VA-Accredited Claims Agent practice and is not affiliated with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.