Lawyers are paid on a contingency basis for VA disability appeal work. This means that they only get paid if they win your appeal.
This fee structure is set by law and was intended to allow veterans and other claimants access to lawyers after a denial of compensation benefits without having to come up with large retainers or pay legal fees for work that didn’t result in getting disability benefits.
The fee can be a percentage up to 33.3% and covers the legal work required for your appeal. Your case may require additional costs to obtain evidence such as medical records, medical opinions, or vocational reports.