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How Military Retirement Benefits Are Calculated

How Military Retirement Benefits Are Calculated

Military retirement benefits play a vital role in the financial planning of service members as they transition to civilian life. That’s why it’s important to understand the factors behind the calculation methods helps you see how your years of service, rank, and retirement plan type come together to shape your retirement income.

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Firm Announcement!

Firm Announcement!

The Law Office of Shannon James is proud to welcome Brian Schenk to our team as “Of Counsel”.

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Understanding Military Discharges: What Every Veteran Should Know

Understanding Military Discharges: What Every Veteran Should Know

A military discharge is the status of a service member when they leave the military. The classification of the discharge determines the veteran’s future and benefits they can access.

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Advocating for Justice & Reform

Advocating for Justice & Reform

The Law Office of Shannon James is proud to stand at the forefront of legal advocacy in Washington, DC, pushing for critical reforms to DoD Instruction 5505.07 — the policy governing how individuals are titled and indexed in DoD law enforcement records.

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A Guide to Article 138s and Article 1150s: How to Address Violations in the Military

A Guide to Article 138s and Article 1150s: How to Address Violations in the Military

The Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) provides service members with mechanisms to address grievances and wrongs committed by their commanding officers. Among these, Article 138 of the UCMJ and Article 1150 of the U.S. Navy Regulations stand out as powerful tools for service members to seek redress for personal wrongs.

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Understanding Military Readiness Requirements and How They Affect Your Career

Understanding Military Readiness Requirements and How They Affect Your Career

The Law Office of Shannon James PLLC in Washington, DC regularly advises service members on how to meet or surpass the military readiness requirements essential for maintaining their career paths.

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How to Handle Fitness for Duty Evaluations: Rights and Legal Considerations

How to Handle Fitness for Duty Evaluations: Rights and Legal Considerations

Military service often demands exceptional physical and mental resilience. These intense requirements sometimes lead to formal evaluations designed to assess ongoing eligibility. For those in the armed forces, such assessments are referred to as fitness for duty, and the outcome can significantly affect a service member’s career and benefits.

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How to Navigate the Complaint and Redress Process in the Military

How to Navigate the Complaint and Redress Process in the Military

The Law Office of Shannon James PLLC in Washington, DC, frequently advises service members on how to handle disputes or injustices within the armed forces. Whether the issue concerns an unfair performance evaluation, discrimination, or an incorrect decision about pay or benefits, the military offers formal procedures for seeking corrections.

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Understanding the EEO Complaint Process: Your Rights and How to File

Understanding the EEO Complaint Process: Your Rights and How to File

The Law Office of Shannon James PLLC in Washington, DC, often advises individuals who feel they’ve been subjected to discrimination at their workplace, yet are unsure how to pursue justice.

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How to Effectively Challenge COER Rebuttals and Appeals: Key Steps to Take

How to Effectively Challenge COER Rebuttals and Appeals: Key Steps to Take

The Law Office of Shannon James PLLC in Washington, DC, frequently works with individuals who need to respond to negative or disputed findings during a Commissioned Officer Evaluation Report (COER) process.

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