There are literally hundreds of thousands of websites that provide information for military or veteran families.  This is a short list of ones that we have found helpful. (Links for advocates are provided via the "Advocate View" feature in the upper right corner of the site.)

Proof of Military Service

The official records of military service are needed to prove eligibility for many benefits and legal protections.  Veteran service records may be requested by the veteran or their "next of kin" or by an advocate/attorney on their behalf through the National Archives. Confirmation of current military service can be accomplished via the Department of Defense SCRA website.

Legal/Advocacy Services

U.S. Armed Forces Legal Assistance

Along with Stateside Legal this site provides general legal information to the military community.  The emphasis is on "enhancing readiness" for service.

U.S.Dept. of Justice Legal Resources for Servicemembers

This DOJ website covers legal information and recent enforcement actions and FAQs related to  SCRA, USERRA and the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Ac.

ABA Homefront

This website provides a detailed listing by State of legal referral resources for military families, as well as information on how private attorneys can join the ABA's Military Pro Bono Project.

EX-POSE

EX-POSE is a national membership organization providing help to spouses regarding separation and divorce from active duty, reserve or retired military service members, including an attorney referral service.

GI Rights Helpline

Free, confidential, and accurate info on military regulations & practices for  servicemembers, veterans, and their families, including discharge upgrades.

Justice for Vets

This clearinghouse website provides information and resources on veterans treatment courts around the United States, including a map listing those programs by State with contact information.

Safe Helpline

A confidential national helpline for military victims of sexual assault.

Service Members  Law Center

Designed for Reserve Component memberse, this site provides information about the basic laws related to the service member/ employer relationship and other civil rights and voting laws.

Service Women's Action Network

SWAN operates a national helpline run by women veteran caseworkers to connect clients with legal, counseling, and social services.

Servicemembers Legal Defense Network

Advocacy for service members who are, or are perceived to be, lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender in oder to ensure their equal treatment, benefits and opportunities.

Veterans Consortium Pro Bono Program

The Veterans Consortium Pro Bono Program arranges for free attorneys for veterans (or their qualified family members) who have filed an appeal at the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims.  

VA Watchdog Dot Org

Detailed legal information and self-help tools,  government reports,  and news about the VA and the VA benefits system.

 April 2012