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  • 2026
    • July
    • April
      • How We Helped a Marine Reclaim His Honor, His Rank, and His Path to Retirement
      • What To Consider in Military Divorce Cases
    • March
      • Navigating Norfolk Military Courts: Local Insights
    • February
      • How Norfolk's Military Bases Influence Court-Martial Cases
      • Can I Get My Criminal Charge Expunged in Virginia?
    • January
      • Denied a Med Board? Recent Fighter Pilot Case Explains How BCMRs Can Grant Disability Retirement When Leadership Refuses
      • Steps to Take After Learning About Pending Military Charges
      • How Military Divorce Differs from Civilian Divorce
  • 2025
    • December
      • When Can a Command Withhold Advancement? A Navy Case Study on LIMDU Status and Chief Petty Officer Selection
      • Preparing for a New Year: Legal Resolutions for Military Members Facing Divorce
    • November
      • Court-Martial Conviction Impact in Norfolk Jobs & Careers
    • October
      • Base Access Restored: How We Helped a Veteran Get Back to Work After an Unfair Exclusion
      • Understanding Military Discharge Review in Norfolk
      • How Prior Service or Rank Impacts UCMJ Penalties and Defense Options
    • September
      • Victory Secured: Navy Veteran Receives Full Discharge Upgrade After Innocent THC Ingestion
      • Dedication & Skill Lead to a Navy Win
      • Correcting Military Records: Why It Matters and How the Law Works
      • Navigating Travel Restrictions Post-Court Martial in Norfolk
      • Military Crime Trends in Norfolk: What Service Members Should Know
    • August
      • How to Protect Your Benefits After a Norfolk Court-Martial
      • How Courts Handle Custody When a Parent is in the Military
    • July
      • When “Liberal Consideration” Isn’t Liberal at All: How Veterans Are Still Being Failed by the BCNR
      • NDRB Grants Honorable Discharge Upgrade in Flawed Sexual Misconduct Case
    • June
      • Federal Employment and Security Clearances
      • Appellate Summary: BM3 Andrew J. Shafran, USCG
      • THE ROLE OF MILITARY DEFENSE COUNSEL IN COURT-MARTIAL AND UCMJ PROCEEDINGS
    • May
      • Appellate Summary: United States V. Kyle A. Shelby, Sergeant
      • Appellate Summary: United States V. Tayron D. Davis, Specialist
      • 10 Consequences of a Court-Martial Conviction
      • The Military Transgender Ban: An Overview
    • April
      • Navigating Custody Battles in Military Families
    • February
      • 5 Tips for Supporting Your Child After Accusations of Military Crimes
    • January
      • Sexual Harassment in the Military
      • Understanding the Office of Special Trial Counsel
      • Can You Obtain A Security Clearance With a Criminal Record?
      • What Sets Military Family Law Apart From Civilian Family Law?
  • 2024
    • October
      • The Impact of a Military Criminal Record: Long-Term Consequences and Mitigation
    • September
      • The Role of a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Military Court-Martial Cases
  • 2023
    • December
      • New Covid Guidance and Correcting Your Records
    • October
      • Proving Sexual Harassment In The Military
      • The Choice To Refuse, or Accept, An Article 15
    • July
      • Legal Strategies for Military Defense: Protecting Your Rights in Court-Martial Proceedings
      • Understanding Military Law: A Comprehensive Guide for Service Members
    • June
      • The Importance of Security Defense Law in the Military: Safeguarding National Interests
      • The Process of Administrative Separation: Step-by-Step Overview
    • May
      • The Top Mistakes to Avoid in Security Clearance Investigations
      • Administrative Separation vs. Court-Martial: What's the Difference?
    • February
      • Exploring the Impact of the NDAA FY 2023 on Military Justice
      • Understanding the UCMJ (Uniform Code of Military Justice) and Its Provisions
      • New Opportunities for Veterans to Upgrade Discharge Characterization
    • January
      • Is Hazing Allowed in the Military?
      • Defending Against Charges of Misconduct in the Military
  • 2022
    • December
      • When to Appeal a Court-Martial Verdict
      • The Rights of Military Service Members During a Court-Martial
    • November
      • Defend Your Honor: Maximize Your Discharge Upgrade Outcome
      • What Is the US Armed Forces Social Media Policy?
    • October
      • Justice, Twice Served? Navigating Military Double Jeopardy
      • Military Protective Orders: What They Are and How They Work
      • What's the Most Common Military Discipline?
    • September
      • Can a Criminal Record Affect Your Ability To Enroll in Military Service?
      • What Is a Service Personnel’s Rights at an Article 32 Hearing?
      • How to Request Your Military Service Records
      • What Do You Need To Know About CBD and Its Prohibition in the Military?
      • What Are Plea Agreements in the Military, and Should You Enter Into One?
    • August
      • When Can You Request Clemency?
      • Is Fraternization Between Military Members Allowed?
      • What Should You Do as a Service Man or Woman if You Get an Article 15?
      • What Possible Penalties Are There for Fraudulent Enlistment?
      • Is It Possible To Appeal a Court-Martial Conviction?
      • What To Do When Your Loved One Is Accused of Misconduct in the Military
      • Desertion: Does the Military Punish Soldiers Who Go AWOL?
      • Alcohol-Related Offenses in the Military
      • Appealing a Court-Martial Conviction: Is It Even Possible?
    • July
      • How Can Your Attorney Help You During a Military Investigation?
      • Don’t Let a Positive Drug Test Derail Your Military Career
      • The UCMJ: How Does It Handle Sexual Harassment Cases?
    • June
      • Top Traits to Look for in a Military Defense Attorney
      • Military Record Corrections: How Military Defense Lawyers Can Help
    • May
      • Administrative Separations for Enlisted Navy Staff: How Military Lawyers Can Help
      • Adverse Administrative Action in the Military: What It Is and How a Military Defense Lawyer Can Help
      • Applying for a Security Clearance: What You Need to Know
      • Military Courts-Martial vs. Civilian Courts: What You Need to Know
  • 2021
    • August
      • Religious Accommodation in the Military
      • Should I File an IG, EO, or Article 138 Complaint?
    • May
      • Were You Searched or Inspected?
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