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11/11/2010
P. Simmons, Military Lawyer
Category: Military Law
Satisfied Customers: 49,123
Experience: Retired Marine Corps lawyer and Veterans Services Officer (VSO) with 12+ yrs. of experience.
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For a 10 point preference your spouse needs to be rated by the VA...has this happened? What is his rating?
For a 10 point preference your spouse needs to be rated by the VA...has this happened? What is his rating?
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