Battles Won

Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany. A Senior Airman (E-4) was falsely accused of committing rape and sexual assault against a fellow service member. MJA represented the Senior Airman at his Article 32 hearing and convinced the Preliminary Hearing Officer to recommend dismissal of the rape charge. At trial, MJA exposed the alleged victim’s false claim of sexual assault while being blacked out drunk as spurious and uncorroborated. MJA effectively cross-examined four Government witnesses who directly contradicted the alleged victim’s claim of heavy intoxication and impeached the alleged victim on the stand with forensic evidence found on her person and her clothes seized by OSI. The Military Judge who presided over the general court-martial deliberated for less than 30 minutes before coming back with a verdict of NOT GUILTY on all charges.

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MacDill Air Force Base, Florida. A Senior Airman (E-4) in the United States Air Force was charged with wrongful use of a controlled substance (MDMA / Ecstasy) in violation of Article 112a, UCMJ, after testing positive on a urinalysis. The Senior Airman retained Military Justice Attorneys (MJA) to defend against the allegation. After thoroughly investigating the evidence, MJA identified numerous problems with the collection, handling, and testing of the alleged positive sample. MJA aggressively fought against the government's case during the court-martial and offered a defense that not only highlighted the Accused's impeccable integrity, loyalty, and service, but also brought attention to legal and factual insufficiencies in their evidence. After a fully litigated Special Court-Martial, the panel (jury) voted to fully acquit the Airman of all alleged misconduct. (April 2026)

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U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Division (USACID). An officer in the U.S. Army was titled and indexed during a USACID investigation for alleged violations of Articles 92 and 107, UCMJ. After his initial expungement request was denied, MJA appealed the denial to the CID Office of Chief Counsel, arguing that the agency lacked credible information and probable cause of any alleged offense and previously failed to properly consider non-dispositive factors such as the extent or lack of corroborating evidence against the requestor with respect to the offense at issue, the extent or lack of administrative, disciplinary, or judicial action taken, and the type, nature, and outcome of any such action. Upon review, the Chief Counsel granted the appeal and deleted the officer's NCIC entry associated with the investigation from the FBI database. (March 2026)

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Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB). A former Specialist (E-4) in the U.S. Army was involuntarily discharged with a General (Under Honorable Conditions) characterization of service after failing to complete an alcohol rehabilitation program following his combat deployment to Iraq. MJA petitioned the ADRB for relief, requesting that his petition receive liberal consideration due to service-connected PTSD. After reviewing all the evidence, the Board unanimously determined that the Soldier's discharge was inequitable and upgraded his characterization of service to fully “Honorable.” (March 2026)

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Sailor Submits Request for Redress; Negative Evaluations Removed
U.S. Navy Reserve, Washington D.C. An senior enlisted Sailor in the United States Navy Reserve was improperly (re)issued an Evaluation and Counseling Record and received another inaccurate and unlawfully issued Evaluation. MJA expertly advised the client on the process for requesting redress, or filing a Complaint of Wrongs, pursuant to Navy Regulation and the Uniform Code of Military Justice. On behalf of the client, MJA submitted to the Commanding Officer a request for redress. After carefully considering the actual facts and circumstances as well as the firm's legal analysis and discussion as appropriately articulated in the request, the Commanding Officer granted the requested redress. This extremely favorable outcome will allow the Sailor to be meaningfully considered for promotion and to advance their military career. (August 2024) Close

Fort Benning, Georgia. A Staff Sergeant in the United States Army was notified of Article 15 proceedings after testing positive for Delta-8 Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC-8). Facing the loss of his military career, the Soldier retained MJA to prove his innocence and represent him during Article 15 proceedings. During the hearing, MJA presented compelling testimony and other evidence that the positive urinalysis was the result on an innocent or unknowing ingestion. The Commanding Officer determined there was no wrongful use and found the Soldier "NOT GUILTY" at nonjudicial punishment proceedings. (August 2025)

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Department of the Air Force Criminal Justice Information Center (AFCJIC). An honorably discharged Master Sergeant (E-7) in the United States Air Force sought expungement after being titled and indexed on active duty for an alleged sexual assault in violation of Article 120, UCMJ. MJA submitted substantial evidence to the AFCJIC showing that there was no probable cause to title and index the Master Sergeant for the alleged offense. After reviewing the evidence and arguments presented by MJA, the AFCJIC agreed that relief was warrant and expunged the titling entries in the Defense Central Index of Investigations (DCII) and Interstate Identification Index (III). Congratulations to this well-deserving client! (August 2025)

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Office of the Governor (Commander-in-Chief, National Guard). An active duty Master Sergeant (E-7) in the Air National Guard was ultimately reduced in rank to Technical Sergeant (E-6) following a nonjudicial punishment (NJP) hearing. The NJP was approved and executed by The Adjutant General of the State's National Guard. The NJP and subsequent demotion were predicated on false and baseless allegations of harassment, to include sexual harassment, as reported in an Equal Opportunity Complaint. MJA petitioned for relief from the Office of the Governor, as Commander-in-Chief for Guardsmen in a Title 32 status. MJA painstakingly analyzed the complete record and found substantial errors, both substantive and procedural. Upon further review by the State, the Office of the Governor found that the applicant had presented evidence sufficient to demonstrate an injustice and directed the client's rank be reinstated with all backpay, allowances, and entitlements, and further directed that all Article 15 related adverse administrative action(s) be removed from the Guardsman's service record. (December 2025)

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Newport, Rhode Island. An Officer in the U.S. Navy was investigated and charged after testing positive for cocaine during an all-hands urinalysis. MJA represented the Sailor at an Admiral's Article 15, UCMJ, nonjudicial punishment (NJP) hearing (a/k/a Admiral's Mast) and presented evidence proving the Sailor’s innocent ingestion. The Admiral found that the Government's evidence was insufficient to establish any basis for imposition of NJP. The Sailor will now be permitted to continue their Honorable service in the Navy and to promote. (December 2025) Close

Department of the Navy, Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS). A Chief Petty Officer in the United States Navy sought expungement after being titled and indexed for an alleged sexual assault in violation of Article 120 and 120(b), UCMJ. After getting the Sailor's DNA expunged, MJA submitted substantial evidence to NCIS showing that there was not probable cause to title the Sailor for the alleged offenses. Upon reviewing the evidence and arguments presented by MJA, NCIS agreed that relief was warranted and expunged the titling entries in the National Crime Information Center (NCIC), Defense Central Index of Investigations (DCII) and Interstate Identification Index (III). Congratulations to this well-deserving client! (January 2026)

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Army NCO Utilizes Open Door Policy and Successfully Petitions for Honorable Discharge Characterization
Fort Stewart, Georgia. A Sergeant in the U.S. Army was actively being processed for involuntary administrative separation with a General discharge characterization. The command endeavored to deny the Soldier a board hearing insofar as the Soldier did not have six (6) or more years in service at the time of notification. MJA worked closely with the client to respond to allegations of Unsatisfactory Performance, Chapter 13, with the proper tone and to highlight key evidence in defense, extenuation, and mitigation - including significant health/medical concerns. In light of the carefully drafted, robust MJA rebuttal and the command-authorized Open Door engagement with Soldier and Counsel, the Separation Authority granted the Soldier's request for an HONORABLE discharge, thereby protecting their well-earned educational and medical benefits and entitlements among many others. (September 2024) Close

San Diego, California. An enlisted Sailor faced involuntary administrative separation after testing positive for Delta-9 Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC-9). Facing the loss of his military career, the Sailor hired MJA to defend him at an administrative separation board hearing. During the hearing, MJA presented compelling evidence that the positive urinalysis was the result on an innocent or unknowing ingestion of legally available hemp products. The Board found "NO BASIS" for separation and retained the Sailor on active duty. Congratulations to this well-deserving client! (September 2025)

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Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. A Lance Corporal (E-3) in the United States Marine Corps was investigated for 17 months by the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) for an alleged sexual assault, causing his career to be placed on hold while he fought against the false allegation. After the military declined prosecution, the Lance Corporal was notified of administrative separation processing for the alleged offense. The Marine retained MJA to defend him at his board hearing. MJA forcefully confronted the false allegations during the board and introduced substantial evidence to contradict and expose the falsity of the allegations. Based on the evidence presented, the board members found “no basis” for the alleged misconduct and retained the Lance Corporal on active duty, clearing his name and permitting him to execute PCS orders. (September 2025)

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Quantico, Virginia. A Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps faced involuntary administrative separation after testing positive for Delta-8 Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC-8) during a unit sweep urinalysis. Facing the loss of his military career, the Marine hired MJA to defend them at an administrative separation board hearing. During the hearing, MJA presented compelling evidence that the positive urinalysis was the result on an innocent or unknowing ingestion of legally available hemp products. The Board found "NO BASIS" for separation and retained the Marine on active duty. Congratulations to this well-deserving client! (September 2025) Close

U.S. Navy Fleet Activities, Yokosuka, Japan. A Machinist's Mate Second Class (E-5) in the United States Navy was investigated for 13 months by the Naval Criminal Investigative Services, Office of Special Trial Counsel, and his Command for allegations that he sexually assaulted three fellow Sailors over a four month period. After the Office of Special Trial Counsel declined to prefer charges, the Command forced the MM2 to non-judicial punishment, where despite his pleas of not guilty, the Commander found the MM2 guilty of sexual assault of three Sailors while on ship, punished him, and then notified him of involuntary separation. At the MM2's board MJA quickly started to dismantle the Government's case by exposing the motive to fabricate shared by all three alleged victims, which created considerable doubt as to whether any or all of the allegations were even remotely true. By a unanimous vote of 3-0, the board members found that the evidence did not meet the preponderance standard, and recommended retention of the MM2. (October 2025)

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Fort Jackson, South Carolina. A recruit (Private, E-1) in the U.S. Army was placed in a "holdover" status and investigated for false and baseless allegations of harassment to include sexual harassment, despite themselves being a victim. The recruit was then notified of involuntary separation. MJA carefully assessed the complex legal landscape and rigorously analyzed the record. Having found substantial errors, both substantive and procedural, MJA relentless pursued justice on behalf of its client. This pursuit resulted in the U.S. Army conducting an about-face and retaining the recruit and issuing them orders to Advanced Individual Training ("AIT") (January 2026) Close

AWOL Army Private Avoids Court-Martial; Authorized Administrative Discharge for Health/Medical Reasons (Not Misconduct)
Fort Moore, Georgia. A Private in the U.S. Army battling serious health/medical concerns was unsympathetically threatened with their uniformed leadership with a warrant for their arrest and return to military custody awaiting court-martial. MJA immediately intervened to ensure institutional and command accountability to the extent each was derelict in prioritizing troop welfare. MJA worked closely with the client and close allies to respond to allegations of misconduct. More importantly, MJA worked with the client to secure health/medical care. As a direct result of the firm's zealous representation, no warrant was issued and the junior enlisted Soldier was administratively separated for medical reasons, not misconduct. The Soldier received an UNCHARACTERIZED discharge, thereby protecting their reputation and future opportunities. (September 2024) Close

Navy First Class Wins Freedom

Norfolk, Virginia. A Navy MM1 (E-6) hired MJA after being wrongfully accused of violating Article 120 and several other violations of the UCMJ. MJA worked closely with detailed counsel to negotiate terms of a pretrial agreement with the government which allowed the petty officer to take responsibility for far less serious charges and ensuring the MM1 would not suffer forfeitures or be confined in the brig or face any post-trial concerns of sex offender registration after leaving the Navy. (November 2024)

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Another Marine LCpl Cleared of All Charges

Camp Pendleton, California. MJA successfully defended a Marine LCpl (E-3) accused of assault and domestic violence. The Marine contacted MJA after being issued a Military Protective Order preventing him from having any contact with his spouse. MJA contacted the command and the investigator handling the matter to ensure the Marine’s voice was being heard in the situation. MJA also conducted interviews and obtained statements and other evidence to ensure the command had a better sight picture on the events leading to the allegations against the LCpl. MJA successfully got the charges dismissed and the Marine will EAS in January 2025 with no punishment or administrative measures being taken against him as a result of these allegations. (December 2024)

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Quantico, Virginia. A Marine Staff Sergeant (E-6) was charged at general court-martial with allegations of domestic violence, assault with a dangerous weapon, child endangerment, false swearing, extramarital sexual conduct, obstruction of justice, and solicitation. The Staff Sergeant accepted responsibility for adultery but pleaded not guilty to all other charges. MJA mounted a vigorous defense strategy at trial, demonstrating that the Staff Sergeant acted lawfully to protect himself during the alleged assault and that the other allegations against him were legally and factually insufficient. After deliberation, the jury found the Staff Sergeant NOT GUILTY on all charges, and the Staff Sergeant received "no punishment" for the single adultery offense, allowing him to honorably complete his military service. (July 2025) Close

United States Army Court of Criminal Appeals (ACCA). A Soldier was convicted of two specifications of sexual assault and one specification of abusive sexual contact in violation of Article 120, UCMJ. The military judge sentenced the accused to a dishonorable discharge and confinement for 18 months. The Soldier appealed his conviction to the Army Court of Criminal Appeals, raising five assignments of error. On appeal, ACCA determined that the military judge abused his discretion by preventing an expert from testifying on behalf of the defense, and that the error resulted in prejudice to the Soldier. As a result, the Court set aside the findings of guilty and the sentence. (September 2025)

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Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB). A Private Second Class (E-2) in the United States Army was administratively separated for misconduct (serious offense) under AR 635-200 and given a General (Under Honorable Conditions) discharge, separation code JKQ, and reentry code 3 after refusing to take the COVID-19 vaccine. MJA petitioned the ADRB for a discharge upgrade. The Board determined that the Soldier's discharge was inequitable based on the 24 February 2023 SECARMY Policy Memo rescinding the COVID-19 vaccine. Accordingly, the Board upgraded the Soldier's characterization of service to fully “Honorable”, changed the narrative reason for separation to "Completion of Required Active Service" with a corresponding separation code of "KBK", and changed reentry code to RE-1 which would allow the Soldier to rejoin the military should he so choose. (July 2024) Close

Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB). In 2010, a Corporal (E-4) in the U.S. Marine Corps was administratively discharged with an Other than Honorable (OTH) characterization of service after receiving two NJPs and multiple counselings for violating Article 86 (AWOL) and 92 (Orders Violation), UCMJ. MJA appealed to the NDRB and provided substantial evidence that the Marine's substantive and procedural rights were violated during the separation process and that an OTH discharge was unjust under the circumstances. The NDRB agreed with MJA that the Marine's service met the standards of acceptable conduct and performance and that MJA submitted substantial credible evidence to rebut the presumption of regularity in government affairs. Based on these findings, the Board unanimously determined that an OTH discharge was inequitable and upgraded the Marine to a FULLY HONORABLE characterization of service. (November 2024)

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Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB).

A Marine Lance Corporal (E-3) was administratively discharged under Other than Honorable (OTH) conditions after receiving nonjudicial punishment for violating Article 112a (Drug Abuse) and being counseled for insubordinate conduct under Article 91, UCMJ. MJA appealed to the NDRB and argued that the characterization of service was inequitable due to procedural errors and mishandling of evidence that result in an OTH. MJA further argued that the drug use was caused by an in-service medical condition, and that an upgrade was appropriate given the Marine's post-service accomplishments. Based on the evidence submitted, the NDRB determined that the Marine's service record did not merit an enduring OTH and upgraded his discharge to a General (Under Honorable Conditions) characterization of service. (December 2024)

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Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB). In 2021, a Master-at-Arms Second Class (MA2) in the U.S. Navy was involuntarily separated with a General (Under Honorable Conditions) discharge for commission of a serious offense after filing whistleblower complaints against his leadership. MJA appealed to the NDRB and provided evidence that the Sailor's discharge was the direct result of unlawful retaliation and reprisal following his efforts to report matters of concern within his unit. The NDRB found that the evidence provided demonstrated a "reasonable connection between his protected whistleblower actions and the subsequent adverse actions taken against him," and that the Sailor's service generally met the standards of acceptable conduct and performance of Naval personnel. Based on the circumstances presented, the NDRB granted "full relief" to the Sailor and upgraded him to a fully HONORABLE characterization of service. The NDRB also changed his narrative reason to Secretarial Authority, with a corresponding separation code of JFF and reentry code of RE-1. (April 2025) Close

Air Force Discharge Review Board (AFDRB). An Airman First Class (E-3) in the U.S. Air Force was administratively separated for misconduct (serious offense) and given a General (Under Honorable Conditions) discharge and RE-4 code after refusing to take the COVID-19 vaccine. MJA petitioned the AFDRB for relief. The Board determined that the Airman’s discharge was inequitable and upgraded his characterization of service to fully “Honorable.” The Board further changed the narrative reason for separation to "Secretarial Authority" and changed his reentry code to RE-1, allowing the Airman to rejoin the military should he so choose. (May 2025)

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Air Force Discharge Review Board (AFDRB). In 2016, a Senior Airman in the U.S. Air Force was involuntarily separated with a General (Under Honorable Conditions) discharge under AFI 36-3208 for misconduct (drug abuse) after admitting to using marijuana on two occasions early in his career. MJA petitioned the AFDRB requesting a discharge upgrade on behalf of the Airman and provided evidence that the Airman's discharge and characterization of service were unjust and disproportionate to the offenses. When relief was denied, MJA appealed to the AFBCMR while simultaneously applying for reconsideration by the AFDRB after they failed to apply liberal consideration. After a hard-fought battle, the AFDRB reversed its original decision and upgraded the Senior Airman to a fully HONORABLE characterization of service. The AFDRB also changed his narrative reason to Secretarial Authority and reentry code to 3K. (July 2025)

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Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records (AFBCMR). A Senior Airman (E-4) in the U.S. Air Force was administratively separated for misconduct (drug abuse) with a General (Under Honorable Conditions) discharge after testing positive for a prescription medication that belonged to a friend. After the Air Force Discharge Review Board (AFDRB) denied a discharge upgrade request, MJA petitioned the AFBCMR for relief. MJA submitted evidence showing that the Air Force had failed to properly investigated the alleged drug use, failed to refer the case to the Integrated Disability Evaluation System, and misapplied the retention criteria. Upon review, the AFBCMR found that the applicant had presented evidence sufficient to demonstrate an injustice and upgraded the characterization of service to fully “Honorable." The Board also changed the narrative reason for separation to "Secretarial Authority." (August 2025) Close

Air Force Discharge Review Board (AFDRB). 20-years after receiving a general court-martial conviction for minor offenses, an Air Force Officer receives a fully honorable discharge. In 2007, a Captain in the U.S. Air Force was involuntarily separated with a General (Under Honorable Conditions) discharge under AFI 36-3207 (misconduct) following a general court-martial conviction that did not result in a punitive discharge. MJA petitioned the AFDRB requesting a discharge upgrade on behalf of the officer and provided evidence that the discharge and characterization of service were unjust. After an initial denial, MJA submitted for reconsideration pursuant to an Air Force-wide class action lawsuit. Upon review, the AFDRB reversed its original decision and upgraded the Captain to a fully HONORABLE characterization of service. The AFDRB also changed the narrative reason to Secretarial Authority and reentry code to 3K. Congratulations to this well-deserving client! (August 2025) Close

Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR). A Soldier in the United States Army was titled and indexed for suspected violations of Articles 128b, 128, and 92, UCMJ. The Soldier appealed the decision the CID, providing evidence that there was not probable cause to support the titling. After CID denied the expungement request, MJA appealed the decision to the ABCMR. The ABCMR found that while probable cause existed when the Soldier was initially titled, probable cause no longer exists because the allegations had been withdrawn and a Commander's Report indicated there was no probable cause after interviewing the alleged victim. Accordingly, the Board recommended that all Department of the Army records of the Soldier be corrected to show removal of the Soldier's name as the subject from the Defense Central Index of Investigations (DCII) and any other record maintained in connection with such a report or index. (September 2025)

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Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB). An Corporal (E-4) in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve was administratively separated for "Unsatisfactory Performance / Participation in the Ready Reserve" and given the lowest administrative characterization of service (Other than Honorable) and an RE-4 code after refusing to take the COVID-19 vaccine. MJA petitioned the NDRB for relief. After representing our client at a fully litigated hearing, the Board determined that the Marine’s discharge was improper and inequitable and upgraded his characterization of service to fully “Honorable.” The Board further changed the narrative reason for separation to "Secretarial Authority" and changed his reentry code to RE-1, allowing the Marine to rejoin the military should he so choose. (September 2025) Close

Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB). A Seaman (E-3) in the United States Navy was administratively discharged with a General (Under Honorable Conditions) characterization of service after two years on active duty. The basis for separation was fraudulent entry after the Sailor allegedly failed to disclose disqualifying medical conditions during the enlistment process. MJA petitioned the NDRB for relief and represented the Sailor during an "in-person" hearing. Upon review, the NDRB found that the applicant had presented evidence sufficient to demonstrate an injustice and upgraded the characterization of service to fully “Honorable." The Board also changed the narrative reason for separation from "Fraudulent Entry" to "Condition, Not a Disability." (January 2026)

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No Adverse Action; National Guard Soldier Successfully Rebuts Allegations of Orders Violation
Fort Eisenhower, Georgia. A Specialist in the Army National Guard was threatened with dismissal from an Army school following a formal Army Regulation (AR) 15-6 command investigation into alleged use and possession of contraband/nicotine, as specifically prohibited by the military school, in violation of Article 92, UCMJ. MJA worked closely with the client and witnesses to avoid such career-ending consequences. MJA expertly responded to the false allegations with the proper tone and highlighted key evidence in defense. In light of the rebuttal submitted to the Commanding Officer for consideration, the Commander directed that no permanent adverse action be taken against the client. The client graduated without any loss of rank or pay and will now be permitted to continue their Honorable service in the Army National Guard. (October 2024) Close

Administrative Separation Board Finds "No Basis" After Positive Urinalysis for "Delta 8"
U.S. Fleet Cyber Command, Suffolk, Virginia. A senior enlisted member in the U.S. Navy was processed for involuntary administrative separation, thereby potentially denying them the opportunity to vest an active duty retirement and exposing them to an Other than Honorable characterization of service upon discharge. MJA aggressively challenged the purported findings of the command investigation into alleged wrongful use of a non-controlled substance -- Delta-8 Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC 8), in violation of Article 92, UCMJ. MJA worked closely with the client to expertly respond to the allegation, which stemmed from the client's positive urinalysis. MJA argued key evidence in defense in support of innocent (i.e., unknowing) ingestion of a hemp-derived substance lawfully sold and commonly found in vapes, edibles, and lotions. In light of the evidence - including character witness testimony - and the oral presentation of MJA counsel, the Board had no choice but to find that the Government's evidence was insufficient to establish any basis for separation. The Board denied the command's recommendation for substantiation and separation of the client. The client will now be permitted to continue their Honorable service in the U.S. Navy and to promote. (November 2024)

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Suffolk, Virginia. A Petty Officer First Class (E-6) in the United States Navy was placed under investigation after testing positive on a command directed urinalysis for delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC8). MJA worked with the Petty Officer and investigator to submit written matters and evidence to the command which supported an innocent ingestion. After reviewing the extensive matters, the reviewing authorities agreed that wrongful use did not occur and directed that the positive result be cleared from the Sailor’s records. (January 2025)

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Norfolk, Virginia. A Petty Officer First Class (E-6) in the U.S. Navy was processed for involuntary administrative separation after testing positive for methamphetamines during an all-hands urinalysis. MJA represented the Sailor at a board hearing and presented evidence proving the Sailor’s innocent ingestion. The Board found that the Government's evidence was insufficient to establish any basis for separation and retained the Sailor on active duty. The Sailor will now be permitted to continue their Honorable service in the Navy and to promote. (June 2025)

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Beaufort, South Carolina.A Chief Warrant Officer (CWO) in the United States Marine Corps was required to show cause for retention in the naval service for alleged fraternization, conduct unbecoming an officer, assault consummated by battery, and drunk and disorderly conduct. At the Board of Inquiry (BOI), MJA submitted extensive written matters in defense and called multiple witnesses to testify to the CWO's outstanding military character and to contradict the most serious allegations. The BOI unsubstantiated multiple false claims and retained the officer in the naval service. (February 2025) Close

Fort Gordon, Georgia. A Captain (O-3) in the U.S. Army was required to show cause for retention before a Board of Inquiry after testing positive for Delta-8 Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC-8). Facing the loss of their military career and medical retirement, the officer hired MJA to defend them at the board. MJA aggressively challenged the sufficiency of the government’s evidence and requested a directed verdict at the close of the government’s case, arguing legal and factual insufficiency. The Board agreed and found no basis for the alleged drug abuse, retaining the officer on active duty. The officer will be medically retired and receive a fully honorable discharge. (May 2025)

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Fort Bragg, North Carolina. A Lieutenant Colonel (O-5) in the U.S. Army was required to show cause for retention before a Board of Inquiry after testing positive for Delta-9 Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC-9) and for alleged improper use of a government travel charge card. MJA filed and litigation a motion to compel discovery and requested a continuance after the government refused to provide evidence material to the case. When the new evidence was finally provided, the Show Cause authority agreed to withdraw and dismiss the Board of Inquiry, allowing the officer to medically retire. (May 2025)

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An officer candidate retained MJA after testing positive for cocaine during a pre-accession urinalysis. MJA submitted a notice of representation and coordinated with the command to facilitate a re-test. A subsequent determination was made of no wrongful use, and the candidate will be permitted to continue their military training. (May 2025)

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Mayport, Florida. An Ensign (O-1) in the U.S. Navy was notified of administrative separation processing without a board hearing due to allegations of sexual harassment and substandard performance of duty. If separated, the officer would have not only lost his career but been required to payback over a hundred thousand dollars in educational assistance. MJA represented the officer throughout the notification and rebuttal process and successfully pressed for a Board of Inquiry (BOI) to fight the allegations, despite the officer not rating a hearing. MJA zealously represented the officer at his BOI, arguing that he did not engage in sexual harassment and that his performance warranted retention. The Board unsubstantiated the allegation of sexual harassment and retained the young officer in the Naval Service. The officer can now continue his military career. (June 2025)

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COAST GUARD HONORABLY RETIRES ACTIVE DUTY OFFICER

A veteran Coast Guard officer was the subject of a Coast Guard Investigative Service (CGIS) investigation and potential felony-level adjudication and involuntary (early) separation for allegations of abusive sexual contact in violation of Article 120, UCMJ, among others. Facing the loss of his entire career and retirement benefits and entitlements, let alone professional reputation, the Officer hired MJA to aggressively defend him. During the disciplinary disposition decision-making phase, MJA presented compelling evidence that the allegations were baseless and unsupported by the real facts. The Coast Guard declined prosecution and approved the officer's HONORABLE retirement. Congratulations to this well-deserving client! (September 2025)

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Fort Drum, New York. An Army officer and combat veteran, eligible for medical retirement, was subject of an Army Criminal Investigation Division (CID) investigation and unrelated command investigation for allegations of misconduct. Facing potential felony-level adjudication and involuntary (early) separation for allegations of violating Article 128b, UCMJ, the officer hired MJA to aggressively defend him. Ultimately, the Army sought to involuntarily administratively separate him at a Board of Inquiry (BOI) with a less than honorable discharge characterization and thereby deny him a medical retirement. At the BOI, MJA presented compelling evidence that refuted allegations and that proved this officer worthy of continued service in the Army. The Board recommended "RETENTION," a phenomenal result for a most-deserving client. (August 2025)

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Fort Gordon, Georgia. An Army Officer approaching their 20-year active duty retirement eligibility was notified of administrative separation via "Board of Inquiry" for allegations of misconduct, namely absence without approved leave, making false statements, and conduct unbecoming, in violation of Articles 86, 92, 107, and 133, Uniform Code of Military Justice. Faced with the possibility of an Other than Honorable (OTH) discharge and no retirement, the Officer retained MJA to fight for RETENTION and RETIREMENT. MJA zealously advocated for the Officer both before and during the board, discovering evidence which provided much-needed context, extenuation, and mitigation, and which exposed weaknesses and bias in the government’s case. After hearing all the evidence, the members voted to RETAIN the Officer on active duty, allowing the Officer to fulfill their commitment to the U.S. Army and RETIRE. (November 2025) Close

Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA). While attending boot camp, an active-duty Army recruit's vehicle was repossessed for an alleged breach of the purchase agreement. The Soldier retained MJA to exercise his rights under the SCRA. Upon investigation, MJA determined that the dealer failed to obtain a court order allowing the repossession prior to retaking the vehicle in violation of the SCRA. MJA sent a demand, that was ignored by the Defendant, prompting us to file suit in federal court to hold the vehicle dealer accountable. Immediately after filing, the dealer cooperated in resolving the matter. We obtained a favorable settlement that included compensation for financial and other harms and full release of all future obligations on the vehicle for the client. (December 2024)

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Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA): A U.S. Navy reservist brought onto active duty solely for boot camp had his vehicle repossessed. The Sailor contacted Military Justice Attorneys and retained our firm to assist him. Even after two years had passed, MJA successfully negotiated the removal of all adverse reporting to the credit bureaus and payment of financial damages. The Sailor was able to recover the full value of the vehicle that was repossessed and resolve the matter with no out-of-pocket expense. (April 2025) Close

U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hood, Texas. A Private Second Class (E-2) accused by two separate women of multiple counts of rape and sexual assault spent almost nine months in jail for offenses he did not commit. Military Justice Attorneys worked with private investigators and experts prior to trial to develop information favorable to our case and to show the allegations against the Soldier were not true. MJA successfully defended the Soldier at a week long contested court-martial where he was found not guilty on all charges. MJA later helped secure a transfer from his old unit so the Soldier can get a fresh start with a new unit.

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