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What is the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims?

Legally reviewed by Brendan Garcia , Owner and Lead Attorney

The Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims (CAVC) is an appellate court that has jurisdiction over all final decisions issued by the Board of Veteransโ€™ Appeals. An appeal to CAVC is the first time you will have the opportunity to have your appeal heard by a judge who is NOT an employee of the Department of Veterans Affairs.