Anne M Buckley-Johnson

Anne M Buckley-Johnson

5.0
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 27 years

Military law Lawyer at Bridgewater, NJ
Practice Areas: Military Law

991 Route 22 West, Suite 200, Bridgewater, NJ

About Anne

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Military Law 100%

Accredited Veterans Attorney - I use my litigation skills to help our U.S. military veterans file appeals for VA disability compensation, increased VA disability ratings and earlier effective dates on VA claims already granted. Call #609-805-6090

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 26 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2000

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 27 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Buckley Johnson Law Firm, LLC

991 Route 22 West, Suite 200, Bridgewater, NJ, 08807

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Anne M Buckley-Johnson's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

93 Client Reviews

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Posted by Charlene | May 29, 2026 | Hired Attorney

A Tireless Advocate for Veterans and Their Families!

When we hired Anne Buckley Johnson, everything changed. She approached my husband’s case with compassion, determination, and an unwavering commitment to veterans. She worked tirelessly to gather evidence, navigate the overwhelming VA system, and advocate for him every step of the way. Her knowledge a...nd persistence gave our family hope during an incredibly difficult time. What impressed me most was that this was never “just another case” to her. Anne genuinely cared about my husband, his service, and our family. Even after my husband passed away, she continued fighting to help me secure dependent compensation benefits. Her dedication did not stop, and that speaks volumes about the kind of attorney and person she is. If you are a veteran or family member struggling to obtain benefits you rightfully deserve, I strongly recommend hiring Anne Buckley Johnson. She is passionate, compassionate, knowledgeable, and relentless in advocating for veterans. She understands the sacrifices veterans have made and fights with everything she has to make sure they are treated fairly. Our family will always be grateful for her hard work, integrity, and genuine care. Veterans deserve someone in their corner who will never give up, and Anne Buckley Johnson is exactly that person.

Posted by Tom K | May 14, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

Let Anne do the work for you

I was stuck on 30% for years. A friend then recommended Anne to me. After a detailed conversation, she was appalled by my rating. As a combat veteran, she told me I should be getting a lot more. She guided me through the whole process, step by step. Then, after a few months of heavy lifting, Anne go...t me my 90%. Couldn't be more thankful. Thanks, Anne!

Posted by Melvin | May 07, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

No longer confused!

I was told by a friend, to contact Mrs. Anne Buckley Johnson. And I'm so grateful that i did , because she is the best. Very caring about her vets, true concern.im suffering with mental illness, she was able to clear things up , so that I would no longer be confused about it all . Don't go ...in an interview without her? Please allow someone to help you ? The 20 or struggle ends, because she put it to and end ! Thank God!

Posted by Jorge | May 07, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

Anne Buckley-Johnson is a pit bull of a lawyer, EXCELLENT at what she does... a God-Send of a lawyer!

Before I met with Mrs. Anne Buckley Johnson, I was at a dead end with my attempts to get my benefits from the military. It was failed attempt after failed attempt. Mrs. Johnson was an angel sent my way because she was recommended to me by a friend. I was lucky to get that recommendation! I'll never f...orget what he said when he recommended her. He said, "This lawyer is a pit bull and she will fight tooth and nail until the end for your benefits!" Boy, was he right! Anne was patient, kind, smart, informative, and dedicated to my cause. Over the time spent fighting for my benefits, I really felt that Anne was not only my lawyer but she had also become a friend, someone that I can trust. Anne did everything she could to win my case and today I am proud to say that I receive 100% benefits and I am listed as Total and Permanent disabled. I couldn't have done it without Anne's help and dedication. She was a God-Send of a lawyer and one of the best decisions I have ever made in my entire life!

Posted by Bill | April 11, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

Extremely good at her job and would recommend her to anyone need of assistance

Very helpful and diligent in her efforts to get my rating as well as my brother inlaw his . She told me what she could do for me and stuck to what she said. She knows the system! I will highly recommend anyone having any need for assistance in their journey to her.

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Anne M Buckley-Johnson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Carolyn McGuire

Military law lawyer | Nov 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"Anne has been a friend, colleague and talented litigator for 23 years. She is an excellent accredited veteran's affairs attorney. She and her firm are passionate about veteran's and incredibly knowledgeable. I recommend her 110%."

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Deanne Simpson

Military law lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ann is a dedicated and knowledgeable veterans' advocate."

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Nicholas Simpson

Military law lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Anne is a great advocate for our nations veterans. She takes great pride in her work, and her ability to give back to those who have sacrificed so much for our freedoms."

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Kristen McConnell

Military law lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Anne is extremely knowledgeable, passionate, and willing to share her expertise in the veterans law advocate community. She is an asset to our community, and I am pleased to call her a colleague."

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Leslie Dean

Military law lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Other

"Anne is a fierce, passionate attorney for the Veterans! I endorse this lawyer."

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Jordan Kuveke-Guyton

Military law lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I met Anne at Veteran's Affair Disability Law Conference! She was so knowledge about VA Disability issues and extremely passionate about helping Veteran's. I highly recommend Anne to anyone in New Jersey struggling with their VA Disability Case. You will not be disappointed with her skills and commitment to your case!"

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Eric Marcy

Military law lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Anne to be a professional, diligent, and empathetic Veteran's Rights Attorney who also provides personal legal services. She is committed to clients and I highly recommend her."

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Joanna Adu

Unknown lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am happy to endorse Anne. I have had the pleasure of getting to know her and she is an incredibly sharp, intelligent attorney who is truly passionate about the work she does for veterans and helping them with their VA disability appeals."

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Andrew Novick

Military law lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I always go to Anne with any legal questions concerning veterans"

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Jeffrey Brookner

Wills and living wills lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Anne is a great lawyer. She is especially knowledgeable in handling the unique legal needs of veterans."

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Chuck Pardue

Military law lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Anne is a highly competent and thorough lawyer who is an expert on VA disability Appeals. Our mutual clients speak highly of her legal abilities."

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2021

Special Recognition Award, Military Order of the Purple Heart

2017

Appreciation Award, Disabled American Veterans, Chapter 16

Work Experience

1998 - 1999

Appeals Law Clerk, Honorable Michael Patrick King, NJ Appellate Division

Associations

NOVA - National Organization of Veterans' Advocates

Member

Education

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Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey School of Law - Camden

JD - Juris Doctor

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Rutgers University, Newark

BA - Bachelor of Arts, high honors

Speaking Engagements

2017

Service Connection Seminar

Filing Successful VA Appeals

2017

John Basilone Detachment #190

Helpful Information for Filing VA Appeals

2015

Disabled American Veterans

Helpful Hints for Filing VA Appeals

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