John B. Gately Attorney & Counselor at Law Pro

John Gately is an expert in his domain. I didn’t know what to do when I was sent through a military medical evaluation board and took care of everything. He always knew what to do and how to do it. He took time to explain things in detail to me every step of the way. He got me the results that he projected from our first meeting. He even helped me complete my VA claim. He is a very busy lawyer and he is in high demand. If he has the bandwidth to take your case, consider yourself fortunate. Remember, you get what you pay for. John Gately is the best of the best.

Mr. Gately is not only an excellent Attorney, he is a veteran himself. He truly cares. Honesty and ethics are on point. Knowledge and experience in this field is boundless. He won my cases. He has helped (and won) the cases for many of my brothers and sisters in uniform over the last decade as well. John B. Gately will always have my respect and appreciation.

Jack is a true expert at the Military PEB. He is a passionate lawyer whose efforts and expertise were a major contributor in resolving my PEB case with a successful outcome. I started working with Jack Gately in 2019 when my medical case first looked like it would go to the Navy PEB. During the time prior to the PEB, Jack guided and prepared me for medical appointments and helped to make sure my documentation would support my PEB case. When the case finally went into the PEB process, Jack prepared me for all my DOD and VA medical appointments and evaluations. Jack helped draft the NARSUM, NMA, and supplemental addendums that were critical in accurately portraying my case to the PEB. I believe that it was only with Jack’s help and guidance for over three years that my case was successfully resolved in the IPEB. I can’t thank Jack enough for his tireless support and would absolutely give him my highest recommendation.

My opinion of Mr. Gately is that he is an excellent attorney. I had consulted with multiple attorneys and Mr. Gately gave the most informative consultation. The great thing is he will review in detail whether you have a possible case or he will not consider accepting it. He spent a generous amount of time reviewing my case before we made it official. He also spent a lot of time preparing me for my FPEB. You are in good hands if you choose him as your legal counsel. It is worth the price, and we won my case. He treated me with respect and was compassionate about the integrity of my situation. Note: If you are on a DoD Medical Board, whether you are active duty, reserves, or on TDRL, you should make it a priority to consult with Mr. Gately. You will quickly find out why I highly recommend him.

I would like to take a moment to thank Jack Gately for all of his hard work, and brag on him for a minute. Eight months ago I found out I was to go through USAR MEB board for injuries that occurred in 2010, and would have never thought I would be eligible for military retirement due to length of time between initiation of the board and date of injury. I am glad I invested in Jack. I will be permanently retired in less than 3 weeks.

He provided sound expert advice on my DES/PEB/TDRL case over the past 4 years via limited phone comms even though I didn't hire him.He answered the tough "5% questions" that allowed me to make correct, critical decisions along the way. I would have never applied for and received Social Security disability if he had not suggested it or reached 100% P&T through the VA (with CRDP) or had an easy transition from TDRL to PDRL without his help. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED by me LT,LDO,6410,USN

Friendly, professional, knowledgeable, and experienced in the extreme, John Gately is the expert you want on your side. You won't find a better attorney when it comes to military disability law. If you're currently or about to go through a med board, or are already out and now dealing with VA disability claims, do your future self a huge favor and HIRE THIS MAN. You've spent your military years fighting for others. You deserve to have a legal expert fight for you.

If you are going through a PEB or MEB, you will want Jack as your representation. Jack helped guide me through exactly whhich types of documentation I needed from my employer, physicians and family members. His casework preparation was clearly presented to the board in such a way that when I got to DC for my formal hearing, I did not even need to testify in front of the board before they decided in my favor. He's honest about your chances, thorough, and knows his military disability law.

Jack helped me immensely during my medical Performance Evaluation Board (PEB) for the Marines. I knew something was wrong when the Marine Corps, after two major spinal surgeries, provided me with almost no medical disability status. He did some great investigative work to find out that large portions of my records were not sent to the board. He managed to get my case before the Board of Naval Corrections, who reversed the findings and decided on a medical retirement better than I had hoped.

Why chance it when you can gain a huge advantage with John B. Gately? Mr. Gately is a professional and really knows his stuff dealing with Medical Boards and the VA claims process. Using his services, I went from a 20% rating to a 30% rating which was huge taking me from a one time severance check to a full retirement including a paycheck for life as well as tricare for life! Next up he assisted me with filing for compensation with the VA and got a 100% decision! Best decision I ever made!!!!