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VA-accredited attorneys and claims agents in Wisconsin

Wisconsin has about 327,000 veterans and 69 VA-accredited attorneys and claims agents based in the state. That is about 2 for every 10,000 veterans, 38th among the 50 states, DC and Puerto Rico. Search them by ZIP code below, or find free help from one of the state's 258 accredited VSO representatives.

69attorneys and agents
2.11per 10,000 veterans (rank 38)
51counties with none located by ZIP
76 daysaverage to decide a claim
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Abigail Plankey

Attorney · Appleton · WI

VA-accredited since 2023 · checked

VA accreditation number 54130

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Collin Mettelka

Attorney · Green Bay · WI

VA-accredited since 2024 · checked

VA accreditation number 55902

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Vylius Leskys

Attorney · Wausau · WI

VA-accredited since 2024 · checked

VA accreditation number 56315

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Marsha Tesar

Attorney · De Forest · WI

VA-accredited since 2010 · checked

VA accreditation number 15691

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Jason Jones

Attorney · Antigo · WI

VA-accredited since 2014 · checked

VA accreditation number 31882

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Kathleen Hart

Claims agent · Milwaukee · WI

VA-accredited since 2016 · checked

VA accreditation number 39132

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Joanne Leifheit

Attorney · Mukwonago · WI

VA-accredited since 2010 · checked

VA accreditation number 15689

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Jenna D'Attilo

Attorney · Racine · WI

VA-accredited since 2022 · checked

VA accreditation number 52803

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Thomas Seelen

Attorney · Madison · WI

VA-accredited since 2025 · checked

VA accreditation number 58676

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Daniel Walsh

Attorney · Green Bay · WI

VA-accredited since 2010 · checked

VA accreditation number 15488

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Peyton McCauley

Attorney · Glendale · WI

VA-accredited since 2026 · checked

VA accreditation number 60519

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Robb Leach

Attorney · Monroe · WI

VA-accredited since 2025 · checked

VA accreditation number 60098

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Distances are straight-line estimates between county internal points, not travel distances. ZIP areas can cross county lines.

Accredited help in Wisconsin at a glance

65 accredited attorneys, 4 claims agents and 258 VSO representatives are based in Wisconsin.

Wisconsin's 69 attorneys and agents work out to 2.11 per 10,000 veterans, ranking 38 of 52 states and territories.

Of Wisconsin's 72 counties, 21 have an accredited attorney or claims agent based there (29.2 percent). County locations could not be matched for 10 people on the roster.

The largest groups in Wisconsin are in Milwaukee (9), Racine (6), Appleton (4), Glendale (4), and Green Bay (4).

Wisconsin added 11 newly accredited attorneys and agents in the last 12 months. Median time accredited in Wisconsin: 4.2 years.

51 counties with no attorney or claims agent located by ZIP

In these counties, the nearest help may be a free county VSO, or an attorney who works with you by phone and online.

Wisconsin's VA regional office is in Milwaukee.

Neighboring states

Attorneys and claims agents per 10,000 veterans: Wisconsin 2.11; Iowa 1.27; Illinois 4.20; Michigan 4.08; Minnesota 2.06. Based on each representative's roster state, not the states where they accept clients.

Veterans and benefits in Wisconsin

About 327,000 veterans live in Wisconsin, using VA's rounded population projection.

At least 97,204 veterans in Wisconsin received VA disability compensation at the end of fiscal year 2025. VA does not publish very small county counts, so the true number is a little higher.

Disability ratings among recipients with a reported rating group
Combined ratingWisconsinNational
0 to 20 percent25.6 percent19.3 percent
30 to 40 percent13.5 percent10.5 percent
50 to 60 percent13.2 percent11.5 percent
70 to 90 percent27.4 percent29.5 percent
100 percent20.4 percent29.2 percent

That works out to about one accredited attorney or claims agent for every 1,400 people in Wisconsin receiving compensation, using the reported minimum.

Where Wisconsin claims are worked

Workload report dated 2026-09-19.

Claims with a Wisconsin address: 9,158 claims pending, 10.3 percent pending more than 125 days.

For claims with a Wisconsin address, VA averaged 76.4 days to complete a claim this fiscal year. Individual claims vary.

Milwaukee regional office: 4,721 claims pending, 15.3 percent pending more than 125 days, averaging 75.7 days pending.

VA moves claims between offices, so an office's queue can include claims from other states.

Board hearings are mostly virtual, so an attorney does not need to be local.

How representation relates to Board results

National Board of Veterans' Appeals results, fiscal year 2024, legacy appeals.

RepresentationAppeals allowed
Attorney42.7 percent
Claims agent37.5 percent
AMVETS34.9 percent
American Legion32.0 percent
Disabled American Veterans31.7 percent
State service organizations31.5 percent
Paralyzed Veterans of America31.5 percent
Vietnam Veterans of America30.9 percent
Veterans of Foreign Wars30.7 percent
No representation29.7 percent

These are national figures for older appeals and do not account for differences between cases.

What decides Board appeals

Claim Raven's national analysis covers 101,518 condition decisions in 49,876 appeals: 29.5 percent granted, 40.8 percent denied, and 26.6 percent remanded. These are appealed cases, not initial VA claims.

Where the Board rated the medical link, grant shares were 89.7 percent when strong, 3.7 percent when weak, and 1.6 percent when missing. Grant shares were 16.7 percent with one kind of evidence and 56.9 percent with six or more kinds of evidence, among the 80,128 condition decisions where evidence types were identified.

These figures show association, not cause. Read the analysis and methodology.

Which kind of help fits you?

Compare your optionsFree VSOAccredited claims agentAccredited attorney
Cost to youFreeUsually a share of past-due benefits if you winUsually a share of past-due benefits if you win
When they can chargeNeverOnly after VA decides your claimOnly after VA decides your claim
Typical feeNoneOften 20 percent of back payOften 20 percent of back pay
Can take you to the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans ClaimsUsually noSome, if admitted to that courtYes, if admitted to that court
Good fit whenYou are filing a first claim or want free helpYour claim was denied and you want paid helpYour claim was denied, you are headed to the Board or the Court, or the case is complex

VA presumes fees up to 20 percent of back pay reasonable; above 33 1/3 percent, unreasonable. Get the agreement in writing.

Free help in Wisconsin

Find free VSO help in Wisconsin or read about Wisconsin veterans benefits.

Questions about VA-accredited representatives in Wisconsin

How many VA-accredited attorneys are in Wisconsin?

Wisconsin has 65 active accredited attorneys and 4 claims agents based in the state.

How much does a VA-accredited attorney charge?

Often 20 percent of back pay, after VA decides the claim. Agree to fees in writing. VSO help is free.

Do I need an attorney in my county in Wisconsin?

Wisconsin has 51 counties without an attorney or agent located by ZIP. Ask about remote appointments or a free county VSO.

How long do Wisconsin claims take?

VA averaged 76.4 days to complete claims with a Wisconsin address this fiscal year, as of 2026-09-19. Individual claims vary.

Where can I find free help in Wisconsin?

Start with the Wisconsin VSO directory.

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How this directory works

Every active VA-accredited attorney and claims agent is listed for free. Attorneys can claim their listing to add their firm, website and details. Premier and Featured are paid spots above the free listings, labeled "Paid placement." When Featured spots are not sold, they rotate daily among listed attorneys at no cost, labeled "Free rotating spot." Payment never changes the order of the free listings below them.

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