From Special Forces to Law: How Veterans Can Win the Transition

Let us know what you think!In this episode of The Security Halt! Podcast, host Deny Caballero sits down with Craig Kochheiser, a former Special Forces soldier turned attorney, to break down the realities of military transition and career reinvention. Craig shares his journey from Special Forces to law school, the lessons learned navigating the VA system, and how programs like Chapter 31 Vocational Rehabilitation can change a veteran’s life when used correctly. This conversation is a practical, motivating roadmap for veterans looking to advocate for themselves, pursue higher education, and confidently bet on their next chapter after service.👉 Follow, like, and subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts for more conversations on resilience, mental health, leadership, and growth. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube 📲 Like, share, follow, and subscribe to support the mission and spread awareness   Chapters:00:00 – From Special Forces to Civilian Life 01:22 – Craig Kochheiser’s Military Background 07:59 – The Reality of Military Transition 15:44 – How to Navigate the VA System 24:49 – Law School After Military Service 35:19 – Chapter 31 Vocational Rehabilitation Explained 45:14 – Life as a Veteran Attorney 52:28 – Betting on Yourself After Service Sponsored by: Dr. Mark Gordon & Millennium Health Centers  Get the book Peptides for Health Vol.1 Medical Edition today.  Use code PTH25 for 25% off through March 15  Use code Phase2P for 10% off Millennium products  Available only at MillenniumHealthStore.com PRECISION WELLNESS GROUP  Use code: Security Halt Podcast 25Website: https://www.precisionwellnessgroup.com/  Security Halt Mediahttps://www.securityhaltmedia.com/ Instagram: @securityhaltX: @SecurityHaltTik Tok: @security.halt.podLinkedIn: Deny Caballero Connect with Craig Today!LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-kochheiser-13164895/ Links to programs mentioned: VA Vocational Rehab page: https://www.benefits.va.gov/vocrehab/links_resources.asp Veteran Readiness and Employment Manual: https://knowva.ebenefits.va.gov/system/templates/selfservice/va_ssnew/help/customer/locale/en-US/portal/554400000001018/content/554400000146267/M28CIA1-Veteran-Readiness-and-Employment-Manual Veterans Affairs Benefits Handbook: chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.digipen.edu/sites/default/files/public/docs/digipen-veterans-affairs-benefits-handbook.pdf Looking for custom handmade items, military memorabilia, or laser engraving? Contact Eric Gilgenast.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/haus_gilgenast_woodworks_main/Website: https://www.hausgilgenastwoodworks.com/Support the showProduced by Security Halt Media