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Texas Military Defense Attorneys 

Aggressively Defending Military Servicemembers in TX

At Military Justice Attorneys, we understand that serving your country requires enormous sacrifice. From leaving your loved ones behind during deployment to the physical stress of keeping your body and fitness in peak condition, serving in the U.S. armed forces comes with a myriad of challenges that most civilians simply can’t understand.

As former military officers, our Texas lawyers truly understand the unique difficulties of serving in the military because we’ve lived through them ourselves. Whether you’re a veteran or active-duty servicemember, facing allegations of criminal offenses in the military can carry disastrous consequences.

If you’re preparing for a pending court-martial or investigation, don’t throw away years or decades of selfless service by failing to secure high-quality representation. With over 40 years of experience, our attorneys are well-versed in military law, empowering us to protect the rights of military servicemen and women against a wide range of military offenses.

If you’re facing criminal allegations as a U.S. military servicemember, call (843) 773-5501 to schedule a free consultation with a Texas military attorney.

Military Law Cases We Handle

Failing to seek sound counsel from an experienced military defense attorney can threaten more than your reputation; it can also result in loss of benefits and future employment opportunities. When it comes to defending those who defend our freedom, Military Justice Attorneys has a longstanding reputation for delivering the trusted counsel that servicemembers deserve in times of need. 

Our firm has decades of experience representing servicemembers and veterans in courts-martial and related military proceedings, including: 

Areas We Serve

Military Justice Attorneys represents military personnel stationed all over the globe. Common locations we serve in Texas include:

  • Fort Hood (Killeen/Waco/Austin)
  • Goodfellow Air Force Base (San Angelo)
  • Joint Base San Antonio
  • Fort Sam Houston
  • Lackland Air Force Base
  • Randolph Air Force Base

What Is the Court-Martial Process in Texas?

A court-martial is a military court that tries members of the armed services for military offenses as stipulated by the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ). Like civilian courts, court-martial proceedings are often complex and require guidance from an experienced attorney with an in-depth understanding of military law. 

Our attorneys can help you navigate these legal intricacies wisely by guiding you through the following steps: 

  • Notification of Charges: Once formal charges have been filed, the military member is notified. It's crucial to seek legal counsel immediately after this point to plan a strong defense.
  • Article 32 Investigation: During this preliminary hearing, the court will review the offense and examine available evidence. A qualified military attorney can use this opportunity to challenge the prosecution's evidence and potentially prevent the case from going to a court-martial.
  • Referral: If sufficient evidence is present, the case is referred to court-martial. Our attorneys can use this pre-trial phase to negotiate potential plea agreements or to further challenge the charges.
  • Court-Martial Trial: The court-martial trial is held before a military judge or a panel of military officers. Our lawyers can present a robust defense to contest the prosecution's evidence and advocate for your rights.
  • Sentencing: If convicted, the accused will be sentenced. Our firm can strive to mitigate the severity of sentencing through compelling arguments and the presentation of mitigating factors.
  • Court-Martial Appeal: If the court-martial verdict is unfavorable, our attorneys can help you appeal the decision in the military appellate courts. 

Securing a reliable defense from a qualified attorney is essential to defending your reputation in a court-martial. Our team can provide crucial support and representation to ensure your rights are protected and represent your best interests throughout each step of the legal process.

What Our Clients Say

  • "He is an articulate pitbull in the courtroom."

    My career, my life, my future was completely in his hands and he took it as seriously as I did. He is an articulate pitbull in the courtroom. I highly recommend his services if you expect to have any chance of seeing the justice you truly deserve.

    - Corporal, USMC
  • "It Was Like a Scene From a Movie"

    The results I received from the board was the best possible outcome in my favor and saved my career and my family’s future.

    - Master Sergeant, USAF
  • "I trusted him with my career on the line, and he was outstanding."

    Mr. Hill tore apart the government's theory piece by piece . . . I trusted him with my career on the line, and he was outstanding.

    - Petty Officer Third Class, USN
  • "I would not want my fate in anyone else’s hands."

    Gerry Healy is an outstanding attorney. In the courtroom he is confident, knowledgeable, and aggressive. I would not want my fate in anyone else’s hands.

    - Airman First Class, USAF
  • "Mr. Hodge was relentless in his defense of me"

    Mr. Hodge was relentless in his defense. . . and absolved me of any wrongdoing under the UCMJ.

    - Corporal, USMC

Our Battles Won

Results Matter. When your career, reputation, and freedom are on the line, you need an experienced law firm in your corner. With more than 75 years of combined legal experience, the attorneys at MJA know how to fight and win. Our results speak for themselves.

  • "NOT GUILTY" NOT GUILTY

    Quantico, Virginia. Marine Corporal (E-4) Acquitted at Court-Martial of Wrongful Drug Use After Positive Urinalysis.

  • "NOT GUILTY" Fort Cavazos, Texas

    Fort Hood, Texas. Army Private Second Class (E-2) Acquitted of Rape and Sexual Assault Charges After Week-Long Trial.

  • "NOT GUILTY" Parris Island, South Carolina

    Parris Island, South Carolina. Marine Staff Sergeant (E-6) Acquitted at Court-Martial of Hazing, Blood Striping, and Pinning.

  • "NOT GUILTY" Kings Bay, Georgia

    Kings Bay, Georgia. Master-at-Arms Third Class (E-4) Acquitted by Jury of Dereliction of Duty Involving Firearm.

  • "NOT GUILTY" Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany

    Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany. Senior Airman (E-4) Accused of Rape and Abusive Sexual Contact Acquitted by Military Judge.

When Your Career Is On The Line

Our decentralized approach to military defense ensures that we can represent service members from any branch of the military, of any rank, at any military base or installation stateside or abroad.

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