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VA Disability Group, PLLC
4.6
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Ryan Atkins
18:25 23 Jul 25
Mr. Burke was professional, kind and extremely helpful during our consultation. I highly recommend this firm.
Jon Lyle
16:07 10 Jun 25
The VA specifically states that VA Attorneys can not bill a veteran for “first time filings.” They can ONLY bill for a percentage of the back pay for “APPEALS” PERIOD!!! So the fact that they have now hired an outside law firm to attempt to collect $3k from me is not legitamet what so ever. Also, their contract I signed doesn’t provide for this billing either. The very first paragraph of the contract states “APPEALED decisions” NOT FIRST TIME FILING DECISIONS. Derek is not an ethical attorney and the firm which is permitting this behavior and action isn’t ether. It’s my hope that the VA Inspector General OIG revokes VA Disability Groups accreditation after they read and investigate my grievance. I’ve also filed grievances with the Michigan Bars Grievance Comitty in hopes of disciplinary action against Derek and this firm. Either way they won’t be getting a dime out of me. Also, you should be VERY careful if hiring this firm that charges 33% whitch is the absolute HIGHEST percent of the 10%-33% window that VA disability attorneys charge of your back pay. They certainly don’t deserve that much. The form they filled out for me to get to 100% disabled is a simple and easy form to fill out which takes all of 10 minutes. $3k for 10 minuets of work they want. Again, pay really close attention to detail with these guys because I’m sure I’m not the only Vetran they’ve attempted to rip off!!!!
Loren Greene
12:11 12 May 25
I went to VA Disability Law Group, PLLC in Kalamazoo, Michigan after being turned down by three other law firms. My case had been denied multiple times based on the VA claiming my mental health wasn’t service-connected. The part that never made sense? I had zero history of depression, suicidal ideation, or hospitalizations before enlisting. Everything started after my service—but somehow, that kept getting ignored. If it truly wasn’t service-connected, how would someone like that have been allowed to enlist and serve on active gun ranges in the first place?

What made this firm different was how well they understood VA law and how to actually navigate these types of claims. They didn’t give me false hope or sugarcoat things. From the start, I was given realistic expectations and a clear plan with options—Plan A, B, and C. And because of their work, I went from 30% to 100%.

After five years of being dismissed and feeling like maybe I was just imagining everything, I finally got the validation I’d been looking for. Just knowing there was a reason for everything I’ve been going through—that alone changed my life. The 100% rating, of course, is huge. But the real difference was finally having someone believe in me and fight like hell to prove it.

One of the worst parts of this process was dealing with the third-party contractors the VA hires to do C&P exams. A lot of them were dismissive, rushed, and downright disrespectful. It felt like I was being treated as a number, not a person. But this firm knew how to deal with those reports and how to push back in a way that actually made an impact.

Communication was top-tier. Derek was on it 24/7—sometimes I’d get emails at 4 a.m., and as soon as any major update hit, he was on the phone explaining exactly what it meant and what to expect next.

If you’re a veteran dealing with the VA and feel like no one’s really listening, this is the team you want in your corner. VA Disability Law Group, PLLC changed my life—and I don’t say that lightly. Worth every penny.

You can talk about how you can file your own claims for free blah blah blah blah but when it comes down to it, sometimes you just need to pay someone who has the legal expertise and compassion to navigate the system in ways you can’t through the years of experience they’ve accumulated studying case law and fighting for veterans.

My case and situation was one where I needed that because of what I deal with on a daily basis, I just didn’t have it in me to fight anymore and Derek and the team showed up for me and got me the help and validation I needed.
Response from the owner 18:22 21 May 25
Thank you for such a favorable review. It’s always encouraging for the attorneys and support staff to get this type of positive feedback. We are happy you were able to obtain the benefits you deserve!
Zan Passante
15:43 22 Apr 25
Attorney Derek Dee pretty much changed my parents’ lives. That’s not an overstatement. After I did a few years of my own leg work, Derek took the reins and went above and beyond to get my father his well-deserved compensation from the Air Force. My dad worked with heavy chemicals during the Vietnam war and Derek had the knowledge and skill to make the right claims and stayed on every claim to keep track of their status. He even got my father above the 100% and then actually said we didn’t owe him any money. We still paid him though since he deserved it. The entire staff was pro from the get go and there wasn’t one hiccup in an often challenging process. Derek has since become a friend and he’s truly an amazing soul. Honestly can’t say enough great things about him and VA Disability Group!!
Brett Burton
18:11 10 Apr 25
Attorney Melissa Divan has been fantastic for our veterans. Melissa, from start to finish, found issues the VA missed, and ensured it was added at court. They did a great job with my case, as well as other service members I have referred. I highly suggest you seek a professional, and heed their advice. VA Disability Group has been terrific, and I absolutely had great service from all of them involved. If you want a professional, seek them out, and you want Melissa Divan defending you in court!
Response from the owner 18:53 11 Apr 25
Hi Brett. Thanks for taking the time to write a favorable review! It’s encouraging and reassuring when we receive this type of feedback. We agree. Melissa is a gem of an attorney (and person) with a strong desire to help people. The firm, and Veterans, are fortunate to have her on our side. Thanks again!
Dean Rockwell
17:04 23 Mar 25
I worked with Attorney Derek Dee, he explained the process from the outset. He was upfront with costs and fees depending on outcomes, and never over promised or made any assertions that I knew were unrealistic.
He updated me throughout, and I stuck with all the appointments and am very grateful I did. I would recommend this office to anyone, they were honest and dutiful, something Veteran’s can relate to.
Response from the owner 20:19 26 Mar 25
We strive for excellent customer experiences, and we’re so glad to hear we hit the mark for you. Attorney Dee and the team are compassionate about their work. Thanks for your kind review!
Kelly Hendricks
17:50 19 Mar 25
I had been having some problems of getting my disability, and it seemed like I was out of answers until I decided to try VA Disability group, as soon as I got with them, they started right away and were always courteous and respectful of my needs. As time went on, the team worked very hard on my case and got what we had all been working to get. I am very happy and proud of this law firm, and I would most certainly recommend them to anyone needing an increase in disability percentage. Thank you, Va Disability Group.
Response from the owner 19:34 19 Mar 25
Thank you for this kind review. It’s always encouraging to get favorable feedback on the entire team!
Ellen Williams
16:43 11 Feb 25
Derek Dee has been a Godsend for me and my family! After serving in the Navy during the VietNam war, my husband began to suffer from several illnesses, including Mesothelioma that we believed to be caused by his time aboard ship.
Derek went to work and was able to secure monthly benefits to compensate us.
Then after my husband died, Derek continued to work for me in securing survivor benefits for me as his wife.
I cant thank him enough for his amazing hard work and continued efforts even after Doug’s passing!
Derek and the entire staff at VA Disability Group are the best! Special thanks to Shauna for patiently and kindly answering all my questions along the way!
Response from the owner 17:41 11 Feb 25
Thank you for this favorable review referencing Derek’s zealous advocacy and Shauna’s kind diligence. Your review brought a smile to the entire office. We hope the VA benefits you received helped close a difficult chapter of your life in a more favorable way. Thank you for the opportunity to work with you and trusting VADG!
Jerry Troidl
15:18 06 Feb 25
I am a Vietnam Veteran listed on the Agent Orange Registry. I had throat cancer in 2008. After surgery and an arduous radiation therapy regimen I lost over 200 lbs. in the next 18 months. By the grace of God we got through that ordeal only to get a diagnosis of esophageal cancer in the spring of 2018, requiring 8-1/2 hours of surgery, a three week hospital stay, a feeding tube, and months of at-home physical and occupational rehabilitation. I still have issues with dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), chronic fatigue, and other physical and mental effects from these two cancers. No law firm here in Ohio would take my VA Disability appeal since I was working part-time. I started working with VA Disability Group in November of 2018, and after about a year Derek Dee started handling my appeal. At times the paperwork and the whole process was overwhelming and discouraging, especially the waiting. Darek and his team were very patient and encouraging. He offered excellent advice and guidance to get the right medical evaluations related to my appeal. I was initally awarded a 10% disability rating for tinnitus in April 2021. This was increased to 60% in March 2024 and finally to 90% with an unemployability clause in December 2024 which is as good as 100%. This outcome was way better than we expected and will enable my wife and I to live more comfortably and enjoy our retirement. I cannot thank Derek and his team enough and would wholeheartedly recommend VA Disability Group to anyone seeking VA Disability compensation. They have truly been a blessing from God and we are very thankful for their hard work and dedication.
Response from the owner 20:26 10 Feb 25
Thank you for taking the time out of your day to write a favorable review. Derek is an outstanding attorney. He works tirelessly in pursuit of benefits he believes his clients are entitled. It sounds like your case was no exception. We are glad you received the benefits you are entitled and thank you again for this review!
matt gruber
17:15 23 Jan 25
I can’t say enough about how well this team took care of me. As soon as I called I had an appointment. From there it was seamless. Thank you all so much! One of the best experiences I’ve had as a veteran! Highly recommend!
Response from the owner 20:28 23 Jan 25
It is so refreshing to receive this type of review. We strive as an organization to “get it right” for the Veteran. It’s a difficult process. Thank you for the encouraging comment. It made the entire office smile.