April 18, 2025
Mizzou Law Veterans Clinic Students Win Case in Federal Court
Erin Zimmerman and Rachel Elliot, Mizzou Law Veterans Clinic students who took part in the Clinic’s Advanced Veterans Clinic class, played a key role in securing a victory for an Army veteran at the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. Zimmerman and Elliot worked closely with Clinic attorneys Martha Bradley Kleinhesselink and Carter Brooks Templeton on drafting the briefing for Rollins v. McDonough, a case challenging the Board of Veterans’ Appeals’ denial of two key claims: compensation for muscle tissue damage and entitlement to a higher or separate rating for the residuals of a left nephrectomy. On April 18, 2025,…
March 18, 2025
Mizzou Law Veterans Clinic Team Member Jessica Esguerra Promoted to Major
The Mizzou Law Veterans Clinic is proud to celebrate the promotion of Clinic Teaching Assistant Jessica Esguerra, a third-year law student and member of the U.S. Air National Guard, to the rank of Major (O-4). Jessica, who previously served as a student advocate in the Veterans Clinic, and now serves as the Clinic’s teaching assistant, continues to demonstrate exemplary leadership and dedication both in uniform and in her work on behalf of veterans in the Veterans Clinic. Jessica’s promotion to Major places her among an elite group of officers selected for advancement in 2024. The selection process is rigorous and…
March 18, 2025
Clinic Attorney Katie Becker Counsel of Record in Supreme Court Amicus Brief
Mizzou Law Veterans Clinic Staff Attorney Katie Becker served as Counsel of Record on an amicus brief recently filed with the Supreme Court of the United States in Soto v. United States. The brief was submitted on behalf of the National Law School Veterans Clinic Consortium (NLSVCC), a national coalition of law school legal clinics dedicated to serving veterans and their families, of which the Mizzou Law Veterans Clinic is a member. Joining Becker on the brief were Meghan Brooks of the University of South Carolina School of Law and Seth Owens of Syracuse University College of Law. Together, the team…
March 11, 2025
Mizzou Law Veterans Clinic Offering Free Legal Consultations in Mount Vernon, Missouri
The University of Missouri School of Law Veterans Clinic, through its Tigers for Troops program, will offer free legal consultations regarding United States Department of Veterans Affairs (“VA”) disability compensation, discharge upgrades, and VA healthcare on Thursday, March 20th from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Family of Christ Church in Mount Vernon, MO (621 W Sloan St., Mount Vernon, MO). Veterans are encouraged to register ahead of time by going to this page or by calling 573-882-7630. Consultations will be conducted on site in Mount Vernon. If you are unable to attend the event on March 20th but would…
March 7, 2025
Staff Attorney Carter Brooks Templeton Argues Case in Federal Court
Mizzou Law Veterans Clinic attorney Carter Brooks Templeton argued the case of Ricky v. United States before the United States Court of Federal Claims on Thursday. The case centered around a veteran’s entitlement to combat related special compensation, or CRSC. The case, which addresses the Air Force Board of Correction for Military Records denial of CRSC to the veteran, has been a collaborative effort within the Clinic, with law students playing a key role in drafting the briefs under the supervision of Clinic faculty and attorneys. Clinic Director Brent Filbert, served as co-counsel, and Clinic attorney Braden Wright…
Feb. 26, 2025
Mizzou Law Veterans Clinic Offering Free Legal Consultations for Homeless Veterans or Veterans At-Risk for Homelessness
March 13th, 2025 | 4801 E Linwood Blvd, Kansas City, Mo 64128 (9th Floor) | 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM The University of Missouri School of Law Veterans Clinic, through its Show-Me Home Program (LSV-H), is partnering with the Kansas City VA Medical Center to host a free legal event for Homeless Veterans and Veterans At-Risk for Homelessness. Veterans eligible for the Show Me Home Program must have: Served in the active military, naval, air, or space service, and have been discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable; Meet the definition of homeless under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act and 38 CFR 79.15(a); or be at-risk for homelessness as defined…
Feb. 12, 2025
Free Pancake Breakfast on February 21st in Support of #PancakesForRoger
The Mizzou Law Veterans Clinic will be hosting a free pancake breakfast on Friday, February 21st from 9:00 – 10:30 AM. The breakfast will take place at the Mizzou Law Veterans Clinic inside Hulston Hall at 820 Conley Avenue, Columbia, MO 65211. The breakfast is hosted in honor of the #PancakesForRoger movement. About #PancakesForRoger: During the month of February, for every picture posted on Facebook, X, LinkedIn or Instagram of pancakes with the hashtag #PancakesForRoger Susan Combs of Combs and Company makes a generous donation to the Mizzou Law Veterans Clinic in honor of her father, Major General Roger E. Combs. You can directly support the Veterans Clinic…
Jan. 21, 2025
Mizzou Law Veterans Clinic Offering Free Virtual Legal Consultations
The Mizzou Law Veterans Clinic, through its Tigers for Troops program, will offer free VIRTUAL legal consultations regarding United States Department of Veterans Affairs (“VA”) disability compensation, discharge upgrades, and VA healthcare on Thursday, February 6th from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Veterans must register ahead of time by clicking this link or by calling 573-882-7630. Consultations will be conducted VIRTUALLY by video conference or telephone. If you are unable to attend the event on February 6th but would like to speak with an attorney or veterans service officer, please call the Clinic at 573-882-7630 to schedule…
Dec. 2, 2024
Staff attorney Carter Brooks Templeton featured on KTVO news
Mizzou Law Veterans Clinic attorney Carter Brooks Templeton was recently featured on KTVO news. Watch the interview here.
Nov. 18, 2024
Staff Attorney Carter Brooks Templeton featured on Light on the Heartland
Staff Attorney Carter Brooks Templeton was a featured guest on Light on the Heartland, a public service program on the Bott Radio Network, this weekend. In his conversation with host Sherie Eklof, Mr. Templeton highlighted the Clinic’s impactful work, its critical role in serving the state, and exciting upcoming events. Listen to the full interview below!…