“These guys are great. Truly amazing.” Matt's words capture the heart of why The Griffin Law Firm exists: to stand beside veterans who feel out of options and out of hope.
Matt left the Navy in 2009 with an Other Than Honorable (OTH) discharge. For years, he believed nothing would ever change. Then he reached out to Trevor and Marshall at The Griffin Law Firm. With steady guidance and a clear plan, he gathered his records, organized his history, and presented his story to the Naval Discharge Review Board. His discharge now reads “Honorable.”
These guys are great. Truly amazing. I had given up all hope of ever getting my discharge fixed after being discharged in 2009 with an OTH. I was led to Trevor and Marshall by a literal God send. With the help of this firm, I was able to get my records and info in order and navigate the technical things and was actually given a full Honorable Discharge.
If you're looking for assistance with the Naval Discharge Review Board, or any review board, look no further.
- Matt
Seeing the Whole Story Behind an OTH Discharge
Matt’s case grew out of The Griffin Law Firm’s work in military crimes and discharge review matters. His legal team dug into his complete military file and the regulations that controlled his separation. They also reviewed evolving Department of Defense guidance on discharge upgrades to make sure the Board saw current standards, not just an old snapshot in time.
From there, they built a detailed legal petition that did more than repeat the incident that led to his OTH. It laid out Matt’s broader record of service, the circumstances around the discharge, and his strong conduct after leaving the military. That combination of careful fact development, focused legal research, and clear advocacy gave the Board a fuller picture of who Matt is and what his service meant.
Why This Work Matters
The attorney on Matt’s case shared: “One of the most rewarding parts of my practice is helping veterans who have spent years believing their situation can't be fixed. In this case, we were able to tell a story the military hadn't fully considered and demonstrate why justice required a different outcome. Seeing my client finally receive the result he deserved—and knowing what that means for his future—is exactly why I do this work.”
At The Griffin Law Firm, clients sit at the center of every decision. The firm focuses on clear communication, predictable pricing, and long-term planning so servicemembers and veterans know what to expect at each step.
If you carry a discharge or board decision that does not reflect your service, contact The Griffin Law Firm at (888) 707-4282 to discuss your options.