About Us
HOW AVA STARTED
As the founder of American Veteran Advocates, I enlisted in the Army at 17, proudly serving as a Combat Engineer and Paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne Division. After my service, I continued down a path of discipline and purpose by becoming a law enforcement officer, where I’ve worked in multiple specialized roles including property crimes, sex crimes, homicide, and human trafficking investigations before becoming a supervisor and have earned a Master’s degree in Forensic Psychology, which helps me understand how the VA system thinks — and how to navigate it.
Like many veterans, it took me years to even approach the VA. I didn’t know where to begin, and when I finally did, my claims were mostly denied. The frustration pushed me to learn the process myself. I started studying, networking with other vets, and helping fellow service members with their claims. Before long, I was guiding others and getting results that even VA attorneys couldn’t deliver — all without charging a dime.
But I also learned the hard way that not everyone keeps their word. I was doing all the work, giving up family time, and watching other VA Advocates make thousands off veterans with no guarantee of success and only limited attempts. That’s when I decided to turn this into something real: a business rooted in honesty, affordability, and service — American Veteran Advocates (AVA).
🎯 Our Mission
Our mission is simple:
To make the VA process less frustrating, more transparent, and truly accessible to every veteran — no matter their financial situation. We’re here to guide, advocate, and stand with you until you receive every benefit you’ve earned.
💼 Why AVA Is Different
I started AVA because I saw firsthand how broken the system can be — not just the VA itself, but the way veterans are treated by the companies that claim to help them. I watched so-called “consultants” charge outrageous fees, make empty promises, and then disappear when the claims got denied. I’ve lived through the frustration, and I knew there had to be a better way.
AVA was built on trust, fairness, and transparency.
We don’t believe in price gouging. We don’t believe in pressure tactics. And we definitely don’t believe in pretending this process is something only “experts” can do.
- We charge less than half of what most companies charge.
- We stay with you — for as long as it takes — until you get what you’ve earned.
- We offer flexible payment plans, first responder discounts, referral bonuses, and money-back guarantees on denied claims.
- Most importantly — we’ll tell you the truth: you can absolutely do this on your own. Anyone telling you otherwise is either misinformed or trying to take advantage of you. But if you want support and guidance, we’re here.
🤝 Built on Service, Not Sales
AVA isn’t just a business — it’s a family of veterans helping other veterans.
Whether you’re just starting your claim or trying to get from 90% to 100%, we’ve got your back every step of the way. From lay statements and buddy letters to appeals and medical guidance — we’ll help you get there.
You served your country. Now let us serve you — the right way.