About John B. Gately

John "Jack" Gately is an AV-rated former judge advocate who concentrates his practice in the area of disability law, military law and veterans’ rights, Social Security disability law, international humanitarian law, and the law of armed conflict. He is a member of the ABA, the Judge Advocate Association, the National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives, and the bars of the Commonwealths of Virginia and Massachusetts as well as the District of Columbia.

His hobbies or volunteer activities include: gold dredging, volunteering with NGOs combating human trafficking and the use of child soldiers, kayaking, biking, jumping waves with wild abandon on jet skis and practicing amateur stand-up comedy routines on neighbors, friends, family, business associates and other hapless, unsuspecting victims..

 

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Military Law
Posted by Alex
May 27, 2025
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Working with Jack is an absolute must, in my opinion, if you are entering the IDES process for a service-connected disability. He is a true expert in the field and will guide you through every step of the process. He has a keen understanding of the requirements to get you the benefits you deserve- worth every penny and well-vetted through many of my friends and fellow service members who have used his services over the years.

 
Military Law
Posted by anonymous
May 24, 2025
Hired Attorney

Helpful and empathic through a complex and opaque military process. Very knowledgeable and experienced. Timely responses and had appropriate availability for me. Involved me in making decisions about strategy.

Veterans Benefits
Posted by Casey
March 29, 2025
Hired Attorney

Jack is an absolute professional well worth your trust and confidence, I would recommend him to any service member who needs representation for disability claims. When I received notification of my medical board, I reached out to several friends about representation. They all recommended Jack! On the first call with Jack he laid out a clear plan on how we, as a team, would tackle the board process. I kept to the plan we set and came out the other side with the accurate findings and disability determination. Without Jack's guidance, I am certain I would have come out of the process with missing diagnoses and an inaccurate finding. Jack is worth every penny.

 
Veterans Benefits
Posted by anonymous
March 24, 2025
Hired Attorney

I worked with Mr. Gately on my active duty IDES case from the very beginning of the process. I HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend contacting him as soon as you sense you need proper legal representation. Mr. Gately was extremely knowledgeable during every step of the process and helped me win my case! If you are on the fence about hiring legal help, invest in yourself and just do it. I would not have been able to achieve the result I did without Mr. Gately’s help. A true professional who is excellent at his craft, I am extremely grateful for this man.

 
Military Law
Posted by Chris
March 23, 2025
Hired Attorney

As a medical officer, and client who needed his services, I have to say that Jack got me everything I earned in my IPEB Medical Retirement. He is possibly the most experienced in these cases out of most attorneys I've seen online. I used him because I saw all of the wonderful work he has done for patients of mine in their retirements, and he did not disappoint with my case. I highly recommend him for any case you need help on. He can help you regardless of the service branch you're in.

 
Veterans Benefits
Posted by Steven
March 21, 2025
Hired Attorney

Couldn't ask for a better attorney for military cases and veteran benefits. Won my medical case after going all the way to the IPEB board. After my medical discharge I got 90% with the VA. Much better outcome than expected.

Veterans Benefits
Posted by Jeremy
March 10, 2025
Hired Attorney

Upon first inquiry John “Jack” Gately answered my message and showed his wealth of knowledge and experience in the IDES process. Subsequently, I hired Jack to be my private counsel and I could not have made a better decision or investment. He was available days, nights, and weekends to help me understand what was happening and meet deadlines. There were obstacles during this process that I could not have overcome without him. Jack and his wife are great humans and wish nothing but the best for all their clients.

 
Military Law
Posted by John
March 08, 2025
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I had an excellent experience working with Mr. Gately. His professionalism, expertise, and dedication truly stood out. He provided clear and effective communication throughout the process, ensuring I understood every step of my case. Thanks to his hard work and strategic approach, I achieved a favorable outcome that exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend Mr. Gately to anyone in need of legal assistance.

 
General Practice
Posted by Xiao
March 05, 2025
Hired Attorney

I have the privilege of having Attorney Gately representing me for my IDES-PEB, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the outcome. From the very beginning, Attorney Gately took the time to thoroughly explain my options and developed a clear plan of actions. He is incredibly knowledgeable about the law and complex IDES matters. Even when unexpected obstacles arose, he handled them with professionalism and wisdom, always keeping me informed. Thanks to his hard work, my case was resolved favorably. I highly recommend Attorney Gately to anyone in need of IDES legal assistance— he will truly have your back.

 
Veterans Benefits
Posted by Wes
March 03, 2025
Hired Attorney

Mr. Gately is possibly the best Veterans benefits attorney available. HE helped me with my military retirement and also VA disability with very favorable results. I have been referring all my friends to him.

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Areas of Law

  • Military Law 1
    • Veterans Benefits
  • Criminal Law 1
    • Federal Criminal Law
  • Administrative Law 1
    • Administrative Hearings and Appeals
  • Social Security 1
    • Social Security Disability
  • Other 5
    • Military Disability Law
    • Military Personnel Law
    • Federal Practice
    • Military Discharge Upgrades
    • Correcting Military Records

Practice Details

  • Languages
    Spanish
    French
  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Fixed hourly rates
    Fixed fees available
    Accepted Credit Cards
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    Visa
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Member
    Firm Name
    John B. Gately Attorney & Counselor at Law
  • Pro Bono Services
    Time Spent on Pro Bono Work: 5%

    My pro bono practice focuses on veterans' benefits and minor matters in the military disability arena.

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Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1988, Massachusetts
    1995, Virginia
    1996, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces
    2000, U.S. Court of Claims, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
    1995, District of Columbia
    1995, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court
    Memberships
    Virginia State Bar
    Federal and American Bar Associations
    National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives
    National Institute of Military Justice
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    New England School of Law
    Class of 1988
    J.D.
    cum laude
    Other Education
    State University of New York at Albany
    Class of 1983
    B.A.

    Northeastern University
    Class of 1984
    M.S.
    Economic Policy and Planning

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2332 Croix DriveVirginia Beach, VA 23451U.S.A.

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Attorneys FAQs

  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    John B. Gately is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Client Review rated?
    Yes, John B. Gately has a 4.9 Client Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • Does this attorney offer any legal services for a flat fee?
    Yes, John B. Gately offers fixed fees for certain legal services.
  • What year was this attorney's law firm established?
    John B. Gately Attorney & Counselor at Law was established in 1995.
  • Is this attorney listed in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers?
    John B. Gately is listed in the Criminal Trial Practice, General Practice, Military Law and Social Security section of the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers.