Catherine H. Cornell
About Catherine
Biography
My name is Catherine Cornell, and I am an attorney who works to get veterans and their families the benefits they deserve. I became interested in helping veterans with disabilities in college during an internship at CNN in Washington, DC when I researched a story about homeless veterans. After getting my master's degree in journalism, I worked in TV broadcasting for several years. I then left TV journalism to pursue a career in law.
After law school I worked as a litigator at the Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago (now Legal Aid Chicago) for more than five years, helping some of Chicago's most impoverished residents with a variety of legal matters. After a short stint as one of the editors of the journal generated by the Sargent Shriver National Center on Poverty Law, I worked at a law firm where I got my start handling veterans compensation claims.
Seeing the frustration experienced by so many veterans and their family members trying to navigate the complicated VA system, I decided to establish my own law practice that focuses only on VA benefits. I handle cases at all levels of appeal, from the regional office level up to the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. Additionally, my father served honorably in the U.S. Air Force.
In addition to owning my own law practice, I serve on the board of the Veterans Legal Aid Society. I am also a sustaining member of the National Organization of Veterans' Advocates.
When I am not working on behalf of veterans and their families I love to bike, spend time with my family, read, hike, bake (I make a mean chocolate chip cookie) and play with our rescue dog, Rosie.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
15 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
20%-20%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Illinois for 23 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
The Veterans Practice, Ltd.
1101 W. Lake St., Suite 405A, Oak Park, IL, 60301
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Catherine H. Cornell's Reviews
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26 Client Reviews
Showing 6 - 8 of 8 reviews | Appeals
Posted by Scott | February 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Appeals
So Thankful For Catherine! Great Results!
I started working with Catherine after 3 years of strugging with my VA disability appeal which involved a physical combat injury as well as PTSD. I was getting nowhere and thinking of giving up. The day I recieved my last chance to improve case in the next 30 days letter I was referred to Catherine...
Posted by Peter | February 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Appeals
Compensation
She provided all necessary forms and filed them on time to the VA. She followed up on all appeals and even put in new claims. She kept me informed all the time. She contacted any source I provided her for backup information. She went above and beyond in her job.
Posted by Stephen | June 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Appeals
Outstanding, Ninja-Like Attorney
Catherine is a superb attorney, one that actually cares about her clients. She had nothing but my best interests at heart during my lengthy VA Appeal for which she obtained a favorable verdict. I STRONGLY recommend her to anyone who needs an advocate.
Catherine H. Cornell's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have had the pleasure of having Catherine provide me her expertise on several VA disability cases. Her thorough understanding of the law, practical knowledge of VA processes, and genuine interest in the well being of veterans make her a superb advocate."
"Catherine is the consummate professional. I send her all of my Veteran's Benefits referrals. Her knowledge is deep and professionalism high. In my opinion, you can't go wrong working with her."
"Catherine works with veterans to help them get service-connected benefits. She is a pro who knows this area of law better than anyone in the area! She is kind, compassionate, and treats her clients with utmost respect. You could not hire a better attorney to help you with your VA matter!"
Elder law lawyer
Military law lawyer
Experience
Honors
N/A
Lawyer Spotlight, 2Civility
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Owner, The Veterans Practice, Ltd.
Associations
2016 - Present
Veterans Legal Aid SocietyBoard Member
2014 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
National Organization of Veterans' AdvocatesMember
Education
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JD - Juris Doctor
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BA - Bachelor of Arts
N/A
MA - Masters
Speaking Engagements
2016
VA Disability Compensation
2014
VA Disability Benefit Programs
Publications
2020
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2015
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Guides