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Gregory M. Rada

Gregory M. Rada

I served in the Air Force for six years. Putting Veterans’ Rights First!
  • Military Law
  • Colorado
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Biography

I Handle Each Case Personally from Beginning to End

I am a veteran and have been representing my fellow veterans and their family members before the Veterans Administration since 2012. I started After Service LLC so veterans would have access to representation by a fellow veteran.

I exclusively handle VA disability compensation, pension, and survivor benefit appeals at all levels of the VA including at Regional Offices nationwide, the Board of Veterans’ Appeals (BVA), and the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims (CAVC).

In 2002, I enlisted in the United States Air Force. I served as an instructor loadmaster on the C-17 cargo aircraft, attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant before being honorably discharged in 2008. I served in Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom, accumulating over 2200 flying hours, including 828 combat flying hours.

I completed my bachelors degree at the University of Phoenix while I was serving in the Air Force. After my Air Force enlistment ended, I went to the University of Connecticut School of Law and obtained my J.D. where I graduated in the top quarter of my class. Although I'm originally from Connecticut, I now live in Colorado with my wife, daughter, and son.

Education
University of Connecticut School of Law
J.D. (2011) | Law
Honors: Top 25% of Class
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University of Phoenix
B.S. (2007) | Information Technology
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Community College of the Air Force
A.A.S. (2006) | Aviation Operations
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Professional Experience
President
V2Cyber LLC
- Current
Owner/Attorney
After Service LLC
- Current
Healthcare Attorney
Reid and Riege, P.C.
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Summer Associate 2010
Legal Intern
United States Attorney's OfficeUnited
Judicial Intern
United States District Court
C-17A Loadmaster
United States Air ForceUnited
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Speaking Engagements
Case Management Systems, 5 Cases or 500: Why You Need a Case Management System
Navigating the VA Claims & Appeals Process, Veterans Resource Center
Current VA Compensation Issues Affecting Vietnam Veterans, CBA Military & Veterans' Affairs Memorial Day CLE/Reception
Legal Assistance for Colorado Veterans, Boulder Vet Center Staff Meeting
Navigating the VA Claims & Appeals Process, Veterans Resource Center
Certifications
Admitted Practitioner
US Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims
Accredited Attorney
Department of Veterans Affairs
Awards
10.0 Superb Rating
AVVO
Denver's Top Lawyers
5280 Magazine
2017-2023
Rising Star
Super Lawyers
2019-2022
Client's Choice Award
Avvo
2019
Top Contributor Award
Avvo
2015, 2017-2019
Valued Member Award
Top Lawyers Denver
Valued Member Award
Colorado Lawyers for Colorado Veterans
Professional Associations
National Organization for Veterans' Advocates
Member
Current
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Colorado Lawyers for Colorado Veterans
Volunteer Attorney
Current
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Colorado Bar Association
Member
Current
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Veterans Consortium Pro Bono Program
Volunteer
Current
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Federal Bar Association
Member
Current
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Denver Bar Association
Member
Current
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Colorado
Colorado Supreme Court
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Federal Circuit
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U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims
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Fees
  • Free Consultation
    Free initial 30 minute consultation.
  • Contingent Fees
Practice Area
Military Law
Veteran's Benefits
Additional Practice Areas
  • VA Disability Benefits
  • PTSD
  • Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Military Sexual Trauma (MST)
  • Individual Unemployability (IU)
Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Legal Answers
Q. i was in the military and i am having a hard time getting my records and dd214s so i can apply for much needed benefits
A: You can file your claim with VA and the VA has a duty to assist you in obtaining those records. So my recommendation is to file the claim and let VA worry about getting your service records and DD-214.
Q. If I developed seizures in the military without any history of seizures. Is it their fault?
A: It's not necessarily the military's "fault," but regardless, the general rule is that if a medical condition first started during active duty (meaning it wasn't a pre-existing condition), then you can receive disability compensation from the VA when you separate from the military.

So once you get out, make sure you apply for service connection for the seizures and you could receive compensation.
Q. Is it legal for the VA to keep my entire disability pension check to satisfy a debt they determined I owe. I can't live
A: You can request to be put on a payment plan by calling VA at 800-827-0648 or by going to this website: https://www.va.gov/manage-va-debt/
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Websites & Blogs
Website
After Service LLC Website
Blog
After Service LLC Law Blog
Contact & Map
After Service LLC
P.O. Box 371680
PMB 4545
Denver, CO 80237
US
Telephone: (800) 955-8596
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours (Today)
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours
Notice: 24/7 receptionist available to take messages outside of office hours.