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NACBA

$75 - $94/hr

If you are an attorney who believes that the law should work for everyone - that a tribal elder navigating a housing dispute and a veteran on the edge of homelessness both deserve a zealous ...

NACBA

NY · On-site

$75 - $94/hr

If you are an attorney who believes that the law should work for everyone - that a tribal elder navigating a housing dispute and a veteran on the edge of homelessness both deserve a zealous ...

U.S. Bankruptcy Court - District of CT

NY · On-site

$75.24 - $93.91/hr

If you are an attorney who believes that the law should work for everyone - that a tribal elder navigating a housing dispute and a veteran on the edge of homelessness both deserve a zealous ...

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How much do veterans attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for veterans attorney in the United States is $98,330.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,500.00 and $120,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a veterans attorney?

A Veterans Attorney is a legal professional who specializes in representing veterans and their families in matters related to veterans’ benefits, such as disability compensation, pension claims, and appeals with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). They help veterans navigate the often complex VA system, file claims, gather medical evidence, and represent clients in hearings or appeals if benefits are denied. Veterans Attorneys can also assist with discharge upgrades and other legal issues related to military service. Their expertise ensures that veterans receive the benefits and support they are entitled to under the law.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a veterans attorney, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Veterans Attorney, you need a law degree, bar admission, and strong expertise in veterans law, disability claims, and administrative procedures. Familiarity with VA systems, appeals processes, and legal research tools such as Westlaw or LexisNexis is essential. Outstanding advocacy, empathy, and communication skills help in understanding client needs and effectively presenting cases. These skills ensure clients receive fair representation and navigate complex benefit systems successfully.

What are some common challenges veterans attorneys face when representing clients before the VA?

One of the main challenges Veterans Attorneys encounter is navigating complex and ever-changing VA regulations and procedures. They often deal with extensive documentation and must ensure every detail is accurately presented to avoid delays or denials. Additionally, helping clients gather necessary evidence—such as medical records or service documentation—can be time-consuming, especially when clients have difficulty accessing their own records. Attorneys must also stay current on legislative updates to effectively advocate for their clients, often working collaboratively with medical experts and case managers to build strong cases.

What is the difference between Veterans Attorney vs Military Lawyer?

AspectVeterans AttorneyMilitary Lawyer
CredentialsLaw degree, state bar admission, specialized knowledge of veterans lawLaw degree, military law training, often active or reserve military experience
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, veterans' service organizations, courtsMilitary courts, defense offices, military installations
Employer & IndustryPrivate firms, government agencies, nonprofitsMilitary branches, defense departments, military tribunals

Veterans Attorneys focus on helping veterans navigate benefits and legal issues related to civilian law, while Military Lawyers serve within the military system, handling courts-martial and military legal matters. Both roles require legal expertise but differ in work environment and specific legal focus.

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Infographic showing various Veterans Attorney job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, and 8% Temporary. Highlights an 84% In-person, 8% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,330 per year, or $47.3 per hour.

Assistant District Attorney, Special Victims Bureau

Queens District Attorney's Office

Kew Gardens, NY • On-site

$115K - $148K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

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Assistant District Attorney, Special Victims Bureau
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Title: Assistant District Attorney, Special Victims Bureau ID: 1264 Location: Kew Gardens, NY Department: Legal Job Type: Lateral
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Description:

The Special Victims Bureau Assistant District Attorney will investigate and prosecute felony matters involving sexual assaults against adults and children, child physical abuse, and violence against the elderly.

Job Description:

  • Work as a prosecutor within the Special Victims Bureau of the Major Crimes Division
  • Maintain a vertical caseload of felony matters involving adult and child sexual assaults, felony child physical abuse, and violence against the elderly, with an opportunity over time to develop sub-areas of expertise and focus within Special Victims
  • Collaborate with the NYPD, Queens Child Advocacy Center, and other agencies and organizations to enhance cases at the earliest stages of investigation and prosecution
  • Develop and enhance investigative and trial skills under the supervision of veteran prosecutors with expertise in Special Victims and advanced trial advocacy 
  • Participate in continuing skills development trainings related to, among other things, interviewing of child witnesses, abusive head trauma and other forms of serious child physical abuse, forensic sciences, working with traumatized witnesses, and interpreting and forensic use of medical records

Qualifications:

  • Attorney with at least 4 years of experience as a prosecutor in New York State
  • Experience handling felony cases with a preference given to applicants with felony trial experience
  • Strong desire to work with vulnerable populations often experiencing traumatic after-effects of victimization, and ability to effectively and professionally work with advocates and members of the public
  • Desire to develop and refine advanced investigative and trial skills related to major offenses, and to conduct trials of these cases
  • Prior training (or desire to be trained) in advanced prosecution skills including interviewing of children and people with special needs, trauma-informed victim-centered interviewing techniques, forensic DNA and toxicology, working with medical professionals, and forensic psychology/psychiatry
  • Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage a major offense caseload
  • Outstanding oral and written communication skills
  • Existing knowledge of a prosecutor's discovery obligations under CPL sec. 245

Salary Range: $115,000 to $148,000.

Applications should include a resume and cover letter addressed to Counsel to the Chief ADA Vincent Carroll. Please apply through the link below.

Pursuant to Public Officers Law Section 3(1), United States citizenship is required of all Assistant District Attorneys upon commencement of their employment, as is New York State residency.
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
As a current or prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. Please review the notice to see if you may be eligible for programs and how to apply at nyc.gov/studentloans.

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