07/08/2026
This discussion point has been raised numerous times and is not about should I go to an RSL Advocate or should I go to a paid Advocate or even a Solicitor.
This is abount Advocates and I have heard it from all sides, I CAN This statement is not correct. An Advocate can not get you a Gold Card unless you are 70 years of age and seen Active Service.
An Advocate can not tell they will get you $100k's in dollars.
Whether paid or not an Advocate links an injury to your service generally through an SOP and fills in the the appropriate paperwork.
The Doctor or Specialist determine the degree of incapacity not the Advocate so how can they quantify the statement of I GOT.
No matter which way you choose to submit your claim if you feel happy with the Advocate whether Volunteer or Company or paid.
Dollar signs should not be used, sometimes a permanent pension may be a better decision for that veteran. But that does not come at an impairment dollar sign that was there when most claims were under VEA.
This is not a debate on who to see, see that is an individual choice but I believe for veterans to make a decision they should know the very basics but when they see large dollar signs it opens their eyes and it can be misleading. As long the condition is Accepted by DVA you have achieved the goal.
Thoughts of someone who has been through the DVA hoops.
