NJ S4949

Directs the New Jersey Commissioner of Veterans Affairs to enter into agreements with law firms to provide free federal appellate litigation services to disabled veterans seeking VA disability compensation

Representation covers appeals before the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims following adverse decisions from the Board of Veterans' Appeals, at no cost to veterans with net worth under $2 million

Requires participating law firms to specialize in veteran benefits law with at least 10 years of experience, and a principal owner must have entered appearances in at least 300 cases at the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims

Law firms must maintain a physical office in New Jersey for at least one year prior to the bill's effective date, with staff available during business hours to meet with veterans

Commissioner must ensure agreements are made with firms in the northern, central, and southern regions of the state, with the act taking effect July 1, 2026