Your organized NEXUS Ready packet works with any accredited representative — free VSO, fee-based service, or filing directly through the official VA system. NEXUS Ready does not file claims or provide legal or claims advice; we help you get organized and point you to real accredited help.
Find a VA-Recognized VSOYou don't have to already know what's in your file — that's part of what we help you organize. But if you want to gather things yourself first, here's where the key documents actually come from:
Request online through VA.gov — Get Your Military Service Records, or through the National Archives (NPRC) if your discharge was some years ago.
Often held by the National Archives once you've separated. Request through the same NPRC records request as your DD214.
Request your full claims file through VA.gov (sign in, then request your claim file) — this shows everything the VA has used to make past decisions on your case.
Available through My HealtheVet / VA Blue Button if you've received VA care.
A Veterans Service Officer (VSO) or Military Service Organization (MSO) rep can walk you through record requests step by step, for free — see the list below.
Recognized by the VA to provide free, accredited claims assistance.
Free claims help from accredited DAV National Service Officers nationwide.
Find help →Accredited VFW Service Officers assist with claims and appeals at no cost.
Find help →Nationwide accredited American Legion service officers for claims assistance.
Find help →Claims assistance and representation before VA from AMVETS National Service Officers.
Find help →Free, accredited service representatives for claims and appeals.
Find help →Free accredited representation, particularly for spinal cord injury/disease claims.
Find help →Services that charge a fee or work on contingency. Always confirm cost structure and accreditation before sharing records.
Veteran-focused VA claims consulting. "Making veterans' lives easier — one claim at a time."
Fee-based pre-filing consulting that helps veterans position for the disability rating they're eligible for.
Fee-based coaching founded by an Army veteran and former VA Rater, helping veterans navigate the VA disability claims process.
Firms such as Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick, Berry Law, and Hill & Ponton represent veterans in claims and appeals, typically on contingency for past-due benefits.
Organize your records here, then hand them to whoever you choose to work with.
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