Stetson University College of Law opens new Veterans Law Institute facility in Gulfport, Florida
Architectural rendering of Stetson’s new Veterans Law Institute courtesy JAH architects.
On a beautiful fall day in Gulfport, Florida, Stetson University College of Law cut the ribbon on its new Veterans Law Institute facility, housing its Veterans Advocacy Clinic, on the corner of 13th Ave. S. and 62nd St. S. Click here for photos.
The American Legion Post 125 presented at Stetson’s Veterans Law Institute grand opening.
Stetson Law Interim Dean Kristen Adams introduced the program of speakers on Oct. 29, including Stetson University President Wendy Libby, Chief Judge Robert Davis and Judge Michael Allen of the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, Department of Veterans Affairs Acting General Counsel Catherine Mitrano, Judge Raphael Steinhardt J.D. ’63, and Stetson Law student Robert Kilmartin.
Stetson’s new veteran-friendly facility has lighting and environmental details designed to make the space accessible, inviting and comfortable for veteran clients and students.
Stetson’s Veterans Advocacy Clinic provides complimentary legal assistance for veterans whose disability compensation claims were denied by the Department of Veterans Affairs. To date, Stetson has helped veterans recover more than $14 million in back and future payments.
To learn more about the Veterans Law Institute and Veterans Advocacy Clinic, visit stetson.edu/law/veterans, call 727-562-7324, or email [email protected].
Post date: Oct. 22, 2018
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