Michael R. Viterna

Attorney at Law

Michael R. Viterna has helped veterans, and their dependents obtain benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) since 1998. He is accredited by the VA and is admitted to the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, the U.S. Court of Federal Claims, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. Mr. Viterna is a member of the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims Bar Association and the National Organization of Veterans' Advocates, Inc., where he previously served on the board of directors as its president. He previously served as chair of the Veterans Affairs Committee of the American Bar Association's Administrative Law and Regulatory Practice Section. In addition, Mr. Viterna is a member of the State Bar of Michigan and has served on the council of the Military and Veterans' Law Section as its treasurer. He is a frequent lecturer and author.

Tamara M. Gebhardt

VA Accredited Claims Agent

Tamara Gebhardt is a dedicated and compassionate VA accredited claims agent who has been proudly serving Veterans and their families since 2010. Her parents, grandfathers, and uncle served honorably in the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, and the U.S. Navy. With a strong sense of duty and a deep respect for those who have served our country, Tamara has made it her mission to help Veterans navigate the complex VA benefits system with clarity, dignity, and confidence.

Accredited by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in 2012, Tamara brings over a decade of specialized experience and a wealth of knowledge to every claim she handles. Her work is driven by a genuine passion for advocacy and a heartfelt commitment to ensuring that Veterans and their families receive the benefits and support they deserve. Throughout her career, she has assisted thousands of Veterans from all branches of service, working tirelessly to guide them through disability compensation claims, appeals, and other VA related matters. Her approach is always personal, taking the time to understand each Veteran’s unique situation while offering honest, accurate, and compassionate guidance.

Lisa W.

Administrative Specialist

Lisa W. is an Administrative Specialist with 12 years of experience assisting Veterans and their families at Viterna Law. She earned her Bachelor’s of Arts Degree in elementary education from Wayne State University in 1990. Lisa’s father served honorably in the Koren War and instilled in her a profound respect for service and sacrifice. She proudly serves Viterna Law’s clients with compassion and kindness. Lisa goes above and beyond to ensure that our clients receive the support, recognition, and resources they deserve. Whether managing sensitive documentation, providing calm guidance during challenging moments, managing software applications, she continues to serve with both efficiency and heart.

Lisa O.

Administrative Assistant

Lisa O. has been Viterna Law’s Administrative Assistant since 2011. Over the last 14 years she has served our clients with kindness, empathy, and humor. Lisa’s generous nature brings a deep sense of compassion to every interaction she is involved in. Whether managing the calendar, organizing documentation, or coordinating the day-to-day operations of the law firm, Lisa consistently goes above and beyond to make each client feel respected, heard, and cared for. She is a valued member of the Viterna Law team and ardent advocate for those who have served our country.