Military and Veterans' Law Section Seminar

The Military and Veterans' Law Section Seminar is an educational event organized by the South Carolina Bar's Military and Veterans' Law Section. This seminar aims to provide legal professionals with in-depth knowledge on issues affecting military personnel and veterans, focusing on the implications of military discharges and their civilian ramifications.

The seminar covers key topics such as the various types of military discharges, their characterizations, and the lasting impacts these have on servicemembers' lives and futures. Sessions include discussions on the analysis and decision-making processes commanders undertake when determining discharge classifications, as well as the civilian consequences of these discharges.

Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with experienced speakers, including Lt Col John Cummings and Lt Col James Smith from the South Carolina Army National Guard, and Kenny Dojaquez from Carpenter Chartered. The event also offers networking opportunities with fellow legal professionals specializing in military and veterans' law.

This seminar is ideal for attorneys who represent active, reserve, or National Guard service members in criminal or civil litigations, as well as those who assist veterans and their families with claims before the VA. Participation will enhance attendees' understanding of military discharge processes and their broader legal implications.