Georgia Legal Services Program - Augusta Office
Free civil legal help for Augusta-area veterans from Georgia Legal Services Program - Augusta Office, the legal-aid organization serving Augusta, GA. Common matters include discharge upgrades, VA benefits appeals, family law, housing, and consumer issues.
Eligibility
Common matters include discharge upgrades, VA benefits appeals, family law, and housing.
How to reach them
- Call the VA Benefits Hotline at 1-800-827-1000Can point you to records requests and discharge-review resources.
Next step
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