Citizen Soldier Law is a veteran-owned and operated law firm specializing in military and veterans’ legal affairs, with a dedicated focus on serving active duty personnel, reservists, National Guard members, and veterans. Founded in 2013 by professionals with extensive military backgrounds, the firm stands out for its deep understanding of military culture, procedures, and the unique challenges faced by service members, bolstered by over 100 years of combined military experience among its team.
The firm takes a client-centered approach, leveraging firsthand military experience—including deployments and personal navigation of military administrative and legal systems—to provide practical, empathetic, and effective representation. Their team includes retired JAG attorneys, a board-certified physician specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation, a former assistant prosecutor, and a retired Army National Guard human resources NCO, enabling comprehensive support for both administrative and litigation matters. They serve clients nationally in military-related cases and throughout New Jersey for criminal and personal injury matters, emphasizing trust, competence, and advocacy for those who have served.
Services Offered
- Military Evaluation Boards (MEB)
- Physical Evaluation Boards (PEB)
- Integrated Disability Evaluation System (IDES) representation
- National Guard and Reserve Enlisted Administrative Actions
- National Guard and Reserve Officer Administrative Actions
- Veterans Administration Appeals
- Discharge upgrades and corrections
- Correction of military records
- Disability compensation increases
- Combat-Related Special Compensation (CRSC)
- DOD Security Clearance Revocation and Denials
- Criminal Defense & DWI Charges
- Personal Injury law
- Family Law, including Divorce and Domestic Violence
- Weapons Possession Advocacy
- Law Enforcement Officers’ Safety Act (LEOSA) Litigation
- Employment discrimination
- Workers’ compensation
- Real estate transactions
- Estate planning
- Bankruptcy and foreclosure
- Representation for law enforcement and fire personnel in administrative actions and medical disability appeals
- Licensing, privilege, and disciplinary matters for health professionals
- Courts-martial and administrative separation boards
With offices in New Jersey and Alabama, the firm serves clients across the United States, particularly in military and disability matters, and offers accessibility beyond standard business hours to accommodate the urgent needs of service members and veterans. Their team includes professionals fluent in the specific requirements and protocols of military law, ensuring knowledgeable and dedicated advocacy.
