Military Defense Attorneys Serving Maryland

Court-Martial Appeals

A court-martial conviction does not have to be the final word. The appeals process offers multiple avenues for relief, including requests for clemency, special clemency/parole board review, and challenges based on legal or procedural errors.

Clemency may reduce punishment, while special clemency can modify unexecuted portions of a sentence. Our attorneys carefully review the trial record, identify appellate issues, and craft compelling written and oral arguments to help you pursue justice.

Court-Martial Defense

Court-martial charges carry serious consequences that may permanently affect your career, finances, and personal freedom. Allegations may range from minor misconduct to felony-level offenses under the UCMJ, including:

• Sexual Assault
• Domestic Violence
• Drug Offenses
• Assault & Battery
• AWOL & Desertion
• Internet Sex Crimes
• Manslaughter
• Larceny
• Murder
• Adultery
• Officer Misconduct
• Recruiter Misconduct
• Drill Instructor & Leadership Misconduct

Our Maryland military defense lawyers have defended servicemembers from every branch of the armed forces, using deep experience and strategic preparation to pursue the strongest possible outcome. If you are preparing for court-martial, retaining experienced counsel is not only wise—it is essential.

Administrative Separation

Administrative separation allows the military to remove servicemembers who allegedly fail to meet performance, conduct, or medical standards. Although nonjudicial in nature, these proceedings can result in loss of benefits, damage to your reputation, or discharge under less-than-honorable conditions. Our attorneys defend servicemembers in:

• Officer separations
• Notification procedures
• Enlisted separations and Chapter boards

With extensive knowledge of administrative law and board procedures, we equip clients to contest adverse allegations, protect their careers, and pursue the best attainable outcome.

Administrative Appeals

Administrative appeals give servicemembers the opportunity to challenge unjust or inaccurate government actions, including personnel decisions, adverse evaluations, and disciplinary findings. Our firm assists with appeals related to:

• Titling Actions
• Demotion Appeals
• DNA Expungement
• GOMOR Rebuttals
• Adverse Counseling
• Article 138 Complaints
• Referred Evaluations and Fitness Reports
• Article 15 / Non-Judicial Punishment

These cases require careful navigation of service regulations, evidence standards, and procedural rules. Our attorneys provide clear guidance and robust advocacy to help servicemembers protect their records and careers.

Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) Violations

The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act protects active-duty servicemembers from unfair civil actions while they serve. Violations often involve lenders, landlords, or creditors ignoring required protections related to:

• Interest rate caps
• Mortgage foreclosure
• Vehicle repossession
• Lease terminations

Our military law attorneys help Maryland servicemembers pursue justice when their rights under the SCRA have been ignored or violated, holding offending parties accountable for unlawful actions.

Discharge Upgrade

Servicemembers who received Other-Than-Honorable (OTH) or General discharges may face lasting consequences—including limited access to VA benefits, employment barriers, and reputational harm. We help veterans seek discharge upgrades based on:

• PTSD, TBI, and related mental health conditions
• “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” (DADT) discrimination
• Trauma related to sexual assault or harassment
• Procedural errors or improper command influence

Our attorneys prepare comprehensive submissions to review boards, helping veterans correct their records and reclaim the honor and opportunities they earned through service.