What We Offer

Two Levels of Support

From self-guided tools to full hands-on assistance — choose the level that fits where you are in your claims journey.

Know Before You Choose

What Others Charge vs. What We Charge

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3rd Party VA Claims Orgs — Math-Based Fee

Most 3rd party VA claims organizations charge 5× the difference between your current monthly VA compensation and your future monthly compensation. Going from 0% to 100% disability can cost you up to $22,000 out of your own pocket.

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3rd Party VA Claims Orgs — Flat / Double Fee

Some organizations charge a flat one-time fee of $7,000 no matter the outcome. Others bill you twice — once upfront to begin the process, and a second time once you receive your rating.

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VA Claims Lawyers

Most VA claims lawyers deliberately wait up to a full year to file your claim — exploiting the Intent to File expiration date — then submit at the last minute. Once you receive a rating, they take up to 40% of your back-pay. That is money you earned through your service.

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Iron Guardian — For the Veterans

With Iron Guardian, we are more veteran-friendly and affordable — and here is why: we are not claim-sharks. We do not take a cut of your back-pay, we do not stall your claim, and we do not double-bill you. We are here for the veterans. We defend your six.

Service 01

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Document Review & Strategy Creation

$500

One-time

This is your "Do-It-Yourself" guide to navigating the VA system. Iron Guardian reviews the medical evidence you provide and hands you back a clear, honest picture of where you stand and exactly what to do next — so you can move forward with confidence instead of guesswork.

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Note: This service does not include form completion, lay statements, or filing instructions. You execute the strategy independently.

Most Comprehensive

Service 02

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Full Package — Start to Finish

$1,000

One-time

This is the "Full Package" — Iron Guardian standing with you from start to finish. Every veteran's service history and medical situation is different, so this service is comprehensive by design: it's built around your specific case, not a one-size-fits-all checklist.

⚔ Iron Guardian Warranty If the VA decreases your disability rating as a direct result of a claim filed by Iron Guardian, we will fight alongside you — free of charge — to restore your rating back to where it was. This warranty applies only when the rating reduction is directly caused by an Iron Guardian-filed claim. We stand behind our work.

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100% Total Disability

VA Benefits You've Earned

Reaching 100% Total Disability rating unlocks a full suite of federal and state benefits. These are the benefits every veteran rated at 100% is entitled to — many go unclaimed simply because veterans don't know they exist.

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No Cost Health Care & Prescriptions

Veterans rated at 100% receive free VA health care and prescription medications with no copays. This covers all VA medical visits, hospitalizations, mental health services, and specialty care.

VA Copay Information →

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Travel Allowance for VA Appointments

Receive a travel allowance for scheduled appointments at VA medical facilities or VA-authorized health care facilities, including mileage reimbursement through the Beneficiary Travel Program.

File Travel Pay →

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No Cost Dental Care

100% rated veterans qualify for comprehensive VA dental care at no charge, including exams, cleanings, fillings, extractions, and other treatments through VA dental clinics nationwide.

VA Dental Benefits →

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Waiver of VA Funding Fee for Home Loan

Veterans rated at 100% are exempt from paying the VA home loan funding fee — a savings of up to 3.3% of the loan amount — when purchasing or refinancing a home using a VA-backed loan.

VA Home Loan Fee Info →

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10-Point Veterans' Preference in Federal Hiring

Receive 10-point preference in federal government hiring — the highest level — giving you a significant competitive advantage when applying for federal positions. Also includes Direct Hire Authority eligibility.

Federal Hiring Preference →

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Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment (VR&E)

Chapter 31 benefits provide employment services, job training, education assistance, and independent living support to help veterans overcome employment barriers caused by service-connected disabilities.

VR&E Program →

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Additional Compensation for Dependents

Eligible veterans may receive additional monthly compensation for dependents including a spouse, children, and dependent parents. May also include Aid & Attendance benefits for eligible spouses.

Manage Dependents →

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Concurrent Receipt of Military Retired Pay (CRDP)

Veterans rated at 100% may receive both full military retirement pay and VA disability compensation concurrently — without the traditional offset — through the Concurrent Retirement and Disability Pay program.

CRDP Information →

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Dependents' Education Assistance (DEA)

Spouses and dependent children of veterans rated permanently and totally disabled can receive up to 45 months of education benefits under Chapter 35, covering tuition, housing, and books.

DEA Program →

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Special Restorative Training

Dependents of permanently and totally disabled veterans may qualify for special restorative training to overcome or lessen the effects of a physical or mental disability through the DEA program.

Restorative Training →

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CHAMPVA — Civilian Health & Medical Program

Spouses and dependents of veterans rated permanently and totally disabled qualify for CHAMPVA, a comprehensive health benefits program covering inpatient and outpatient care, prescriptions, and mental health.

CHAMPVA Info →

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Burial & Plot Allowance

Eligible veterans rated at 100% may qualify for a burial allowance and plot or interment allowance to help cover funeral and burial costs, honoring their service in death as in life.

Burial Benefits →

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Uniformed Services ID Card

100% disabled veterans are eligible for a Uniformed Services ID card, granting access to military base facilities, commissaries, exchanges, and other on-base services for the veteran and eligible dependents.

ID Card Info →

Disclaimer: Some VA benefits, particularly property tax exemptions, state bonus programs, and additional state-funded assistance, vary by state. The federal benefits listed above apply to all eligible veterans nationwide. Contact your state's Department of Veterans Affairs for a full list of state-specific benefits available to you.

About Iron Guardian

Built From 34 Years of Service and a Fight of My Own

34 yrs

Total military service

USMC → Army

Branches served

Overseas tours: Afghanistan, Iraq, Korea

M.Sgt.

Final rank, U.S. Army (Ret.)

I served this country for 34 years as a U.S. Army Master Sergeant, and one principle guided me the entire time: take care of your people.

I grew up in a military family, started my career in the United States Marine Corps during Desert Shield and Desert Storm, and later served in the Army National Guard and on active duty after 9/11. Over the years, I led Soldiers in combat and garrison environments, managed logistics and readiness, supported federal and joint operations, and helped make sure my teams had what they needed to succeed.

My career took me through high-pressure missions in Afghanistan, Iraq, Korea, and other assignments around the world. I supported combat operations, worked with federal agencies, responded to disasters, and served as a Logistics Division Chief in Korea, where accountability, discipline, and mission readiness were non-negotiable.

"But my hardest fight started after I took off the uniform."

Like many veterans, I ran into the reality of the VA disability system: confusing rules, long waits, and denials that can leave veterans feeling like they have to prove what they already earned. The VA is clear that disability compensation is meant for service-connected conditions, and getting there involves gathering and presenting the right evidence — which is exactly why so many veterans need clear guidance along the way. I watched too many good men and women get worn down, give up, or accept less than they deserved.

I refused to accept that. That is why I founded Iron Guardian.

Iron Guardian exists for one reason: to stand beside veterans and help them pursue the benefits they earned with clarity, confidence, and a real strategy. I've lived this experience myself, and I understand what it feels like to be on the other side of the desk, just wanting someone you can trust. The VA itself notes that veterans can turn to accredited professionals for help filing a claim — and that kind of support matters most when the process feels overwhelming.

When you work with Iron Guardian, you are not a case number. You are a fellow veteran. My mission now is simple: keep serving by fighting for the benefits you've earned and helping you move forward with dignity.

If you're tired of going through the VA process alone, Iron Guardian is here to stand with you.

Areas of Expertise

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CFR Title 38 Fluency

Federal regulations governing VA benefits & ratings

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BVA Court Case Research

Real-time case analysis to build stronger claims

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Decision Letter Analysis

Reading VA decisions to identify appeal paths

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Medical Evidence Strategy

Identifying the evidence gaps that connect your claim

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PTSD, TBI & MST Claims

Specialized in mental health & trauma-based conditions

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Full-Spectrum Conditions

From musculoskeletal to presumptive & secondary claims

Iron Guardian

Defending the VA Benefits You've Earned

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Service 01 · Document Review & Strategy Creation

The Do-It-Yourself Guide to Navigating the VA System

This service is built for veterans who want to file — or improve — their own VA claim, but need someone to translate the VA's system into plain, usable terms first. Iron Guardian reviews the medical evidence you provide and hands back a clear picture of where you stand and what to do next.

Here's exactly what Iron Guardian provides with this service:

Strategy Creation

Based on the medical evidence you provide, Iron Guardian identifies which conditions have a realistic, viable path forward within the VA system — instead of you guessing which conditions to claim or filing broadly and hoping something sticks.

Identifying the 3 Missing Elements

When the VA decides whether to service-connect a condition or increase a rating, it's generally looking for three things: a current diagnosis, an event, injury, or illness that happened during your service, and a medical link connecting the two. Many claims get denied simply because one of these three pieces is missing or unclear.

Iron Guardian reviews your evidence against these three elements — using the VA's own published criteria in plain terms — and tells you exactly which piece(s), if any, are missing so you know what to go get before you file.

VA Forms

The VA requires specific forms for specific situations — an initial claim is not filed the same way as a supplemental claim or an increased rating request. Iron Guardian walks you through which forms actually apply to your situation, based on VA.gov's own guidance, broken down in simple, no-jargon language so you're not left guessing what a form is asking for.

Evidence

Beyond your medical records, VA decisions can be strengthened with the right supporting information — the relevant regulations under 38 CFR, medical literature on your condition, and precedent from prior VA and court decisions. Iron Guardian pulls together this information, sourced from VA.gov and put in plain terms, so you understand what additional evidence can strengthen your specific claim.

Disclaimer — Iron Guardian is a third-party consultation company that is not accredited nor affiliated with the VA. There are VSOs and accredited/affiliated organizations available to veterans at no cost.

⚠ Important Notice

Due to state regulations, Iron Guardian does not currently assist veterans residing in California (CA) or Colorado (CO). We apologize for any inconvenience.

This service does not include form completion, lay statements, or filing your claim on your behalf — you execute the strategy independently. This page is informational only and does not constitute legal advice. Iron Guardian is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Always consult a licensed VSO, attorney, or accredited claims agent for your specific situation.

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Iron Guardian

Defending the VA Benefits You've Earned

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Service 02 · Full Package — Start to Finish

The Full Package, Built Around Your Case

This service is for veterans who want Iron Guardian standing with them from the first conversation to the finished packet. No two service records or medical histories are the same, so nothing here is a generic checklist — every step is built around your specific evidence and situation.

Here's exactly what Iron Guardian provides with this service:

Extensive Medical Review

Iron Guardian goes through everything relevant to your claim — VA treatment records, private doctor visits, and service treatment records (STRs) — looking for every diagnosis, symptom, and detail that could matter to a VA claim, not just the obvious ones.

One-on-One Interview

A personal conversation to capture what the paperwork alone can't show — how your symptoms started, how they've changed over time, and how they affect your daily life. This kind of detail often becomes some of the strongest evidence in a claim.

Custom-Made Strategy

Your medical review and interview are combined into one strategy built specifically for you — which conditions to pursue, in what order, and what evidence matters most for your case. Not a template. Yours.

Identifying the 3 Missing Elements

Iron Guardian checks your full case against these three elements — using the VA's own published criteria in plain terms — and identifies exactly which piece(s), if any, need to be strengthened before filing.

Recommendations

Once everything has been reviewed, you get straightforward recommendations: which conditions have a realistic path forward, which need more evidence first, and whether any secondary conditions (conditions caused or worsened by an already-connected condition) should be part of your claim.

Packet Creation & Preparation

Iron Guardian assembles your complete filing packet from start to finish — everything organized and ready to go, covering:

Proper Forms Needed for Claim Filing
The VA requires different forms for different situations — an initial claim, a supplemental claim, or a request for a higher-level review are not filed the same way. Iron Guardian identifies which forms actually apply to your case, based on VA.gov's own guidance, and prepares them in plain terms.
Real-World Evidence to Strengthen Your Claim
Beyond your medical records, a claim can be strengthened with the right supporting information — the relevant regulations under 38 CFR, real-world and VA medical case findings, and precedent from prior VA and court decisions. Iron Guardian sources this from VA.gov and puts it in plain terms so you understand what's backing your case.
Structured Statements
Personal and buddy (lay) statements carry real weight with the VA, but only when they're written clearly and speak directly to what the VA is looking for. Iron Guardian helps structure these statements so nothing important gets lost or overlooked.

⚠ Important Notice

Due to state regulations, Iron Guardian does not currently assist veterans residing in California (CA) or Colorado (CO). We apologize for any inconvenience.

This service is informational and preparatory support only and does not constitute legal advice. Iron Guardian is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Always consult a licensed VSO, attorney, or accredited claims agent for your specific situation. If the VA decreases your disability rating as a direct result of a claim filed by Iron Guardian, we will fight alongside you — free of charge — to restore your rating, per the Iron Guardian Warranty.

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Defending the VA Benefits You've Earned

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Please Read Carefully

Legal Disclaimer

This Disclaimer explains what Iron Guardian is, what it is not, and what you should understand before using our services. It applies to this website and every service described on it.

1. Nature of Services — Consultation & Education Only

Iron Guardian provides consultation and educational services to help veterans understand the VA disability claims process. Our services are intended to help you review your own evidence, understand common gaps the VA looks for, and think through a strategy — not to prepare, submit, or prosecute a claim on your behalf.

You are solely responsible for preparing, reviewing, signing, and submitting your own VA claim materials. Iron Guardian does not file anything with the VA on your behalf and does not communicate with the VA as your representative.

2. No Legal Advice; No Attorney-Client Relationship

Iron Guardian is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice, legal opinions, or legal representation of any kind. Nothing on this website, and no communication with Iron Guardian, creates an attorney-client relationship. Information we provide is general and educational in nature and should not be treated as a substitute for advice from a licensed attorney.

3. No VA Accreditation; No Representation Before the VA

Iron Guardian is not accredited by the VA Office of General Counsel as an attorney, claims agent, or Veterans Service Organization (VSO) representative under 38 C.F.R. Part 14. Only VA-accredited individuals and organizations are authorized to represent veterans in the preparation, presentation, and prosecution of VA claims. Iron Guardian does not represent you before the VA, the Board of Veterans' Appeals, or any other body.

Free help from an accredited attorney, claims agent, or VSO is always available to veterans. You can find accredited representatives through the VA Office of General Counsel at va.gov/ogc/accreditation.asp.

4. No Guaranteed Outcomes

Iron Guardian does not promise, guarantee, or warrant any particular outcome, including approval of any claim, any specific disability rating, or any award of benefits. All final decisions on VA claims are made solely by the VA, based on the evidence of record and applicable law. Iron Guardian has no control over, and no involvement in, the VA's decision-making process.

5. No Medical, Tax, or Financial Advice

Iron Guardian's review of medical evidence is provided solely to help you understand how that evidence may relate to a VA disability claim — it is not a medical diagnosis, medical opinion, or medical treatment, and it is not a substitute for the advice of a licensed physician or other healthcare provider. Iron Guardian does not provide tax, financial, investment, or accounting advice. You should consult the appropriate licensed professional for those needs.

6. Fees Are for Consultation Services Only

Fees charged by Iron Guardian are flat, one-time fees for consultation and educational services — they are not fees for representation, and they are not contingent on the outcome of any claim. Federal law (38 U.S.C. § 5904) generally prohibits charging fees in connection with the preparation, presentation, or prosecution of an initial VA claim. Iron Guardian's services are structured as pre-filing consultation and education, which is treated differently under VA guidance than claims representation. If you have questions about how this applies to your situation, we encourage you to speak with a VA-accredited attorney, agent, or VSO.

7. Confidentiality of Your Information

Any personal or medical information you share with Iron Guardian is used only to provide the consultation services you've requested, and is kept confidential in accordance with our Privacy Policy. We do not sell your information.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Iron Guardian's total liability for any claim arising from your use of our services shall not exceed the total fees you paid to Iron Guardian. Iron Guardian is not liable for any VA decision, any missed deadline, or any outcome resulting from your own preparation or submission of claim materials.

9. Indemnification

By using Iron Guardian's services, you agree to hold Iron Guardian, its owner, employees, and contractors harmless from any claims, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorney's fees) arising from your use of our services, your submission of any claim or document to the VA, or your violation of these terms.

10. Service Area

Due to state regulations, Iron Guardian does not currently provide services to veterans residing in California (CA) or Colorado (CO).

11. Governing Law

This Disclaimer is governed by the laws of the State of [State], without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Any dispute arising from these terms will first be addressed through good-faith negotiation between the parties.

12. Severability

If any provision of this Disclaimer is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

13. Changes to This Disclaimer

Iron Guardian may update this Disclaimer from time to time. Continued use of this website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Disclaimer.

14. Questions

If you have questions about this Disclaimer, please reach out through the consultation request form on this website.

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Client Testimonials

Trusted by Those Who Served

Real results from veterans who trusted Iron Guardian with their claims.

★★★★★

I had my documents but no strategy. Iron Guardian reviewed everything and laid out exactly which conditions I should pursue and why. The clarity was unreal. Worth every penny.

Denise T.

U.S. Navy · Houston, TX

Service 1

I went from 0% to 90% combined. Iron Guardian handled everything — the interview, documents, strategy, every form. This service changed my life. Stop waiting.

James V.

U.S. Marines · Austin, TX

Service 2

After two denials filing on my own, I almost gave up. Iron Guardian found exactly what was missing from my evidence, and this time I filed with a real strategy behind it. Approved.

Michael R.

U.S. Army · San Antonio, TX

Iron Guardian

Two Levels of Support

What Others Charge vs. What We Charge

Document Review & Strategy Creation

Full Package — Start to Finish

VA Benefits You've Earned

No Cost Health Care & Prescriptions

Travel Allowance for VA Appointments

No Cost Dental Care

Waiver of VA Funding Fee for Home Loan

10-Point Veterans' Preference in Federal Hiring

Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment (VR&E)

Additional Compensation for Dependents

Concurrent Receipt of Military Retired Pay (CRDP)

Dependents' Education Assistance (DEA)

Special Restorative Training

CHAMPVA — Civilian Health & Medical Program

Burial & Plot Allowance

Uniformed Services ID Card

Don't Leave Benefits on the Table

Built From 34 Years of Service and a Fight of My Own

"When you sign up to become a soldier, you are signing your life and limbs away to protect this country."

Trusted by Those Who Served

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