What is the Board of Veterans Appeals?
The Board of Veterans’ Appeals (also known as “the BVA” or “the Board”) is a part of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), located in Washington, D.C. “Members of the Board” review benefit claims determinations made by local VA offices and issue decisions on appeals. These Board members, attorneys experienced in veterans’ law and in reviewing benefit claims, are the only ones who can issue Board decisions. Staff attorneys, referred to as Counsel or Associate Counsel, are also trained in veterans’ law. They review the facts of each appeal and assist Board members.
