Jonathan N. Nelson

A Veteran Supporting Other Veterans With Mesothelioma

Jonathan Nelson is a proud U.S. veteran and lawyer dedicated to helping fellow veterans obtain the benefits they need through his work at the Mesothelioma Veterans Center.

After over a decade serving as an attorney for the U.S. Marine Corps and working for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Major Nelson has turned his focus to walking veterans with mesothelioma through the VA benefits process.

He knows how mesothelioma affects veterans and their families since his wife’s grandfather, a U.S. World War II veteran, died from the disease.

Many veterans qualify for 100% VA benefits after a diagnosis, but trying to file while battling cancer can feel overwhelming. Major Nelson handles the work for you, making it as easy as possible to get the benefits you need and deserve.

Major Nelson works to assist veterans by:

• Answering questions from veterans and their families
• Helping them file or increase their current VA benefits
• Co-moderating our monthly veterans support group
• Recommending other mesothelioma resources

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  “Veterans facing mesothelioma need to know there's support for them. We can provide them with medical information, get them to good doctors and hospitals, and help them apply for VA benefits so they’re financially taken care of.”

  – Major Jonathan Nelson, VA-accredited attorney & Marine Corps veteran

Major Nelson is ready to assist you and your family, too. Call (877) 450-8973 or ask him your questions now.

A Proud U.S. Military Veteran

The U.S. military has played a central role in Major Nelson’s life. He comes from a family of military veterans, with his father, uncles, brother, and sister-in-law all serving. When he was a toddler, his family moved to Triangle, Virginia, near U.S. Marine Corps Base Quantico.

After attending the Wake Forest University School of Law, Major Nelson became an attorney for the U.S. Marine Corps, serving for 15 years.

He was deployed to Iraq and Kuwait during the Global War on Terrorism. He later taught at the Naval Justice School in Rhode Island and served as the Staff Judge Advocate for the Second Marine Division.

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  “I appreciate that Marine lawyers are trained to lead Marines into battle, not just to serve as lawyers in uniform.”

  – Major Jonathan Nelson, VA-accredited attorney & Marine Corps veteran

After his service, he spent nearly a decade responding to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) appeals with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

How Major Nelson Helps U.S. Veterans Get Benefits

As a VA-accredited attorney, Major Nelson helps U.S. veterans facing mesothelioma get the VA benefits they deserve. He has extensive experience filing new claims and maximizing disability ratings after diagnosis.

Mesothelioma VA benefits include maximum disability compensation, typically worth $4,158.17 monthly, as well as free or low-cost medical care from military doctors specializing in this cancer.

Major Nelson can walk you through the VA benefits process, including:

• Determining how you were exposed to asbestos while serving
• Assisting with nexus letters (medical proof of your diagnosis)
• Requesting your service documents and forms
• Filing a VA benefits claim and all supporting evidence
• Increasing your VA disability rating to 100%
• Ensuring your family knows about VA survivor benefits

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  “I want to make sure they have all the benefits they're entitled to and to make sure their family's taken care of if they pass away.”

  – Major Jonathan Nelson, VA-accredited attorney & Marine Corps veteran

With Major Nelson’s expertise, you can secure the VA benefits you deserve with as little stress as possible.

Other Ways Major Nelson Assists U.S. Veterans

In addition to recovering VA benefits, Major Nelson serves as an advocate for U.S. veterans and families facing mesothelioma.

Major Nelson assists veterans by:

• Answering questions: From helping you understand how you were exposed to asbestos to explaining your VA disability rating and recommending support options for military families, Major Nelson is ready to guide you through your options.
• Co-moderating our support group: Major Nelson, along with a licensed oncology social worker and a registered nurse, leads our monthly support group, where you can get advice and connect with other mesothelioma patients and caregivers.
• Reviewing content: Major Nelson works with our content team to ensure all information across the site is accurate and up to date. He regularly reviews our Free Veterans Packet, a comprehensive resource for newly diagnosed veterans and their families.
• Recommending other resources: Major Nelson can also connect veterans with legal partners who can pursue financial compensation, registered nurses who assist in finding doctors, and patient advocates who can suggest additional support options.

Major Nelson cares deeply about the well-being of each family he speaks with, and will work with you to get the care and benefits you deserve.

Connect With Major Nelson Now

Major Nelson is proud to make life easier for U.S. veterans and families facing mesothelioma.

From helping you file for VA benefits, increasing your VA disability rating to 100% after a mesothelioma diagnosis, and exploring other support resources, Major Nelson is a seasoned guide who can assist you through it all.

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  “I’m able to counsel and support veterans. I want them to know that we're on their side and ready to stand beside them as they're going through treatment.”

  – Major Jonathan Nelson, VA-accredited attorney & Marine Corps veteran

Call (877) 450-8973 or ask Major Nelson your questions about VA benefits, asbestos exposure, and more right now.