John-Paul Gustad

I have worked with many attorneys over the years while working in the law enforcement field. Gustad Law Group is one firm that stands out in a good way. I was treated fairly, respectfully and skillfully from everyone I encountered with a big thanks to Judith Delao and John Gustad. All my concerns a...nd questions were addressed and answered entirely. I found these professionals to be extremely helpful and caring when it mattered. When I finally did get to see a judge years after BVA appeal was filed, I was fully represented and legal issues were brought up in the hearing that I believe made an impact on the case and judge in my favor. This vets NOD / appeal for help to BVA was met with heavy résistance and no actions or any attempts by VA R.O. personnel to assist the veteran (violating duty to assist legal requirements). My claim was improperly & inadequately “reviewed” upon appeal by a negligent review officer(s) and “denied” for no lawful reason by the VA Seattle regional office; who were unable and or unwilling to legally, efficiently, responsibly, timely and objectively review and rate my claim in accordance to the validated facts contained in the claim (medical records, buddy statements, x-rays, MRI tests, sleep study results, VA comp and pen exams, nexus letters, etc.). Gustad is the law firm that knows and points out these same laws and regulations that in my claim for disability were carelessly disregarded by untrained, reckless and essentially corrupt BVA employees. Unlike typical VA raters and unqualified unaccountable BVA management cronies, Gustad used this information as clear and convincing evidence that undoubtedly & plainly supported my disability claim. We won’t know the final determination by the BVA for a few more weeks, months or years but I did want to recognize an outstanding job, competent legal counsel and knowledge of both social security and VA disability LAW. I believe my case has the best chance of increasing my VA disability rating based on the facts and the legal manner Gustad entered into the record concerning my claim / appeal. I would hire Gustad again in the future and already recommend Gustad Law Group to vets encountering a VA disability rating system that sometimes doesn’t make any sense and often ignore their own policies, procedures and laws; creating harmful damages, unlawful treatment and unnecessary infliction of emotional distress to the veteran; who has already done their part to protect and serve our great nation and was disabled while performing their professional duties and doing everything the government asked of them; only to have the government turn their back on them when they are injured during their military service by later incorrectly alleging the vets injuries are “not service connected.” The Seattle regional office is well-known by vets for low performance measures, treating vets poorly and continues to fail basic standards to follow federal regulations and in good-faith adhere to proper legal procedures concerning processing a disability compensation claim in an impartial, neutral and unbiased manner. Due to VA officials delaying (6 years, 11 months to date) claim AND denying my appeal for no valid legal reason(s), I was forced to hire an attorney and lose additional thousands of dollars in attorney fees to have my disability claim taken seriously, properly considered and legally evaluated by a BVA judge in this matter. Thanks again everyone at Gustad Law Group. I deeply appreciate your help and support. Anonymous

Although we do not yet have a final decision from Social Security, I appreciate that Mr. Gustad thoroughly went through our evidence and met with us to ensure that we understood all options and what we might expect at every moment. His advice and support got us through the hearing and we have a posit...ive expectation of outcome.

After applying for disability benefits for years, I had no idea I could get a lawyer to help win my case. I contacted Gustad Law Group after being denied and I’m so glad I did! They took me through the whole process - making it very smoothly on my side. Everytime I called the office I would get my qu...estions answered and they were so knowledgeable in what they do! The day before my hearing, John-Paul and I discussed how the hearing would be like and he walked me through the possible questions they would ask - making my anxiety at ease. I was so nervous! The day of the hearing, I met with John-Paul. He was very professional and clearly knew what he was doing. I am so happy with my services with them. Also Angela and Rachael were very helpful over the phone. They treated me very well and were very patient with me. Thank you Gustad Law Group! Thank you for winning my case! I couldn’t do it without you!

Initially my SSDI case started with a non-attorney group chosen by my long term disability company. That was a huge mistake. Get your own lawyer. I met with Mr. Gustad and switched my case over to him immediately. He took care of all the paperwork separating me from my “representative”. Best choice I... made. I wish I would have hired Mr. Gustad from the get go. He knows his stuff and most importantly he knows these judges and what they are looking for. I received a fully favorable 3 weeks after my AJL hearing!