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When people think about veteran-owned businesses, they often picture defense contractors, consultants, security firms, or government contractors. Those businesses certainly matter, but some of the most mission-driven veteran-owned businesses I have encountered look very different. They are family farms. They are breweries. They are distilleries. They are ranches. They are agricultural operations and small manufacturing businesses rooted in local communities. Before focusing m

Many traditional law firms are built around a physical office. They pay rent, utilities, furniture costs, office equipment, maintenance, parking, reception staff, and a variety of other expenses that have little to do with solving a client's legal problem. Those costs have to be paid somehow, which often means higher hourly rates, larger retainers, and invoices for every phone call, email, or meeting.

The National Park Service leasing program was specifically designed to encourage productive use of historic and underutilized properties while advancing public purposes. Some of the most successful projects have involved nonprofits, educational institutions, conservation organizations, and mission-driven businesses that brought creativity and commitment to a property that might otherwise sit vacant.

You Don’t Need a Disability Rating to Access Veteran Benefits When most people think about VA benefits, they think about disability compensation. That makes sense. It’s one of the most visible parts of the system. But it creates a problem. A lot of veterans assume that if they don’t have a service-connected disability, or don’t think they qualify for one, there’s nothing available to them. That’s not accurate. And it causes a lot of veterans to walk away from benefits they’ve

If you serve as a supervisor, program manager, or senior leader in the federal government or nonprofit, you already know this: one...

Desert View Watchtower, Grand Canyon National Park A Little Bit About Me I am Chris Burnette. I am an attorney, Air Force veteran, former federal employee, and someone who has spent most of my life working in and around public service. At my core, I believe in duty, service, and showing up with integrity. This law practice grew out of that background and a simple belief. People deserve clear guidance when navigating complex systems. Why This Work Matters to Me Too often, indi

The Golden Gate Bridge from Kirby Beach, Marin County, California How Sliding Scale Fees and Legal Subscriptions Expand Access to Legal Services Access to legal services remains a significant challenge for many individuals and small organizations, particularly those with low to moderate incomes. Traditional billing models, such as hourly rates and large retainers, often create insurmountable financial barriers and keep people from being able to get the answers they need to ma