Dustin C. Lane

Practice Focus

Colonel Dustin C. Lane (USAF, Ret.) is a Veterans Disability Attorney at Berry Law, where he focuses on Veterans disability matters. He is licensed in Colorado and Washington and is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces, and the Air Force Court of Criminal Appeals. His legal work is grounded in more than 21 years of service as a Judge Advocate in the U.S. Air Force, where he helped service members address personal legal matters and advised commanders navigating complex legal issues at all echelons of command. He retired from the Air Force in 2026, most recently serving as the Staff Judge Advocate (General Counsel-equivalent) at Eglin AFB, Florida.

That experience shaped Lane into an adaptable, mission-focused advocate who looks for practical paths forward while keeping the client's best interests at the center. He brings strategic judgment informed by 11 assignments at eight locations and works to help Veterans pursue appropriate benefits through the VA disability appeals process. He is committed to clear communication about the process, expected timelines, available appeal options, and the records that can help document a Veteran's conditions.

Role at Berry Law

Lane joined Berry Law after a long Air Force legal career because he wanted to continue serving fellow Veterans. He was drawn to the firm's national reputation for Veteran advocacy and its established commitment to representing those who served. At Berry Law, he applies his military legal background to disability matters, bringing a command-level understanding of complex systems together with a personal commitment to each client's case.

His approach is strategic and attentive: understand the facts, identify available avenues, and pursue the strongest appropriate outcome. Lane recognizes that clients need more than legal work behind the scenes. They also need to know what is happening, what may come next, and how to prepare. He prioritizes Veterans' interests and aims to make the process more understandable and responsive throughout their appeals.

Service to Veterans

Lane served 21.5 years in the U.S. Air Force Judge Advocate General's Corps as a Judge Advocate, retiring as a Colonel in 2026. His assignments included Dover Air Force Base in Delaware; the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado; Joint Base Andrews in Maryland; RAF High Wycombe in the United Kingdom; Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland in Texas; Fairchild Air Force Base in Washington; Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio; and Eglin Air Force Base in Florida. Those 11 assignments across eight locations gave him broad experience serving military personnel and advising commanders at all levels of command.

As a Veteran who has personally gone through the VA process, Lane understands that pursuing disability benefits can be confusing and that a lack of information can add to the uncertainty. He values straightforward communication that helps clients understand the process and prepare for what lies ahead. Lane is also a military spouse, deepening his connection to the community he serves. He considers it an honor to continue supporting fellow Veterans after his Air Force career, and he is committed to prioritizing their interests and pursuing favorable outcomes on their behalf.

Education & Training

Lane earned a Bachelor of Arts in Politics from Whitman College in 2001, a Juris Doctor from the University of Washington School of Law in 2004, and an LL.M. (Legal Masters) in International Law at George Washington University Law School in 2014. He is a graduate of Air War College (2018) and Air Command and Staff College (2012). His military decorations include the Legion of Merit, five Meritorious Service Medals, two Air Force Commendation Medals, and a Joint Service Achievement Medal. His admissions to the Supreme Court of the United States, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces, and the Air Force Court of Criminal Appeals reflect the breadth of his military legal career. Lane brings that depth of experience to his work at Berry Law, where he represents Veterans navigating the VA disability appeals process.