Lauren Kologe Barefoot
Law Clerk at US Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims- Claim this Profile
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James Vale, Esq.
I couldn't have asked for a better Deputy Director when she was here at VVA. Lauren is very knowledgeable on Veterans Law and survivor and dependency issues, and is a true Veterans Advocate. Her legal writing skills are excellent. She was a major contributor to our written responses to the Federal Register and wrote articles in our magazine, The Veteran. If you need advice on the VA appeals process, particularly appeals at the Board of Veterans Appeals (BVA) level, look no further. Lauren is an expert on veterans claims and BVA matters.
James Vale, Esq.
I couldn't have asked for a better Deputy Director when she was here at VVA. Lauren is very knowledgeable on Veterans Law and survivor and dependency issues, and is a true Veterans Advocate. Her legal writing skills are excellent. She was a major contributor to our written responses to the Federal Register and wrote articles in our magazine, The Veteran. If you need advice on the VA appeals process, particularly appeals at the Board of Veterans Appeals (BVA) level, look no further. Lauren is an expert on veterans claims and BVA matters.
James Vale, Esq.
I couldn't have asked for a better Deputy Director when she was here at VVA. Lauren is very knowledgeable on Veterans Law and survivor and dependency issues, and is a true Veterans Advocate. Her legal writing skills are excellent. She was a major contributor to our written responses to the Federal Register and wrote articles in our magazine, The Veteran. If you need advice on the VA appeals process, particularly appeals at the Board of Veterans Appeals (BVA) level, look no further. Lauren is an expert on veterans claims and BVA matters.
James Vale, Esq.
I couldn't have asked for a better Deputy Director when she was here at VVA. Lauren is very knowledgeable on Veterans Law and survivor and dependency issues, and is a true Veterans Advocate. Her legal writing skills are excellent. She was a major contributor to our written responses to the Federal Register and wrote articles in our magazine, The Veteran. If you need advice on the VA appeals process, particularly appeals at the Board of Veterans Appeals (BVA) level, look no further. Lauren is an expert on veterans claims and BVA matters.
Experience
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US Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims
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Administration of Justice
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1 - 100 Employee
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Law Clerk
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Apr 2020 - Present
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Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)
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United States
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Civic and Social Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Manager of Training and Quality Assurance, National Veterans Service
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Apr 2015 - Apr 2020
Identify and work with instructors to implement four annual training conferences in veterans benefits delivered to an average audience of 150 advocates accredited with the Veterans of Foreign Wars Supervise quality assurance staff and conduct and review periodic site visits to over 50 field offices to ensure consistent processes are being followed and provide training, maximizing the service provided to veterans and their families Participate in stakeholder meetings and collaborate on regulatory and legislative solutions to problems experienced by veterans in accessing their federal benefits Train new staff members in veterans benefits theory and practice and conduct continuous process improvement review of training and veteran service officer processes. Develop job aids and send periodic updates to field offices on changes to veterans law and benefits Show less
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Panel Attorney
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Feb 2015 - Apr 2015
Defense counsel for initial appearance hearings before District Court Commissioners Defense counsel for initial appearance hearings before District Court Commissioners
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Military Officers Association of America (MOAA)
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United States
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Non-profit Organization Management
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400 - 500 Employee
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Deputy Director for Veteran and Survivor Services
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Mar 2013 - Jan 2015
Earned recognition of MOAA as a Veterans service organization recognized by the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide professional representation to Veterans and their families and survivors seeking assistance in obtaining earned VA benefits. Established and maintained partnerships with national, state, and local veteran service organizations, and law clinics offering pro bono legal assistance for veterans, dependents, and survivors. Trained volunteer service officers in veterans law and client interviewing, CRM databases, and procedures. Offered proactive solutions and advocated for improvements to Veterans benefits and processing of VA disability claims, before the Department of Veterans Affairs and Congress. Show less
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Vietnam Veterans of America
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Deputy Director, Veterans Benefits Program
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Dec 2010 - Mar 2013
Testified before Congressional subcommittee regarding improving the fiduciary system for veterans who need a financial representative to manage their benefit paymentsAuthored comments to several proposed federal regulations; comments were partially or wholly adopted in final rulesManaged staff of 7 professionals providing representation on initial disability claims and appealsConducted trainings in veterans law for nationwide network of over 250 service officers Travelled to conduct on-site reviews of work product and procedures at regional processing centers Show less
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Appellate Attorney
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Feb 2008 - Dec 2010
Wrote over 250 legal briefs for VA disability benefits cases before the Board of Veterans Appeals and VA Regional Offices resulting in several million dollars in benefits paid.Represented veterans in hearings before administrative law judges, securing wins or remands in all cases with a hearingDrafted motions for reconsideration, motions to vacate, motions for advancement on the docket, and Freedom of Information Act requests
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Farmworker Justice
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Washington, D.C.
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Law Clerk
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Jan 2006 - May 2006
Participated, with supervisor, in FIFRA negotiated rulemaking process Researched federal and state laws on worker's rights and environmental health issues and drafted legal memorandums Participated, with supervisor, in FIFRA negotiated rulemaking process Researched federal and state laws on worker's rights and environmental health issues and drafted legal memorandums
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Education
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2004 - 2007
American University, Washington College of Law
J.D. -
2000 - 2004
Penn State University
B.S., Geography
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