Steph negotiated an extremely favorable deal for her client, a Navy Chief Petty Officer. She initially represented him in the investigation into a wide-range of very serious offenses. During the negotiations, she was able to get the Government to withdraw all the most serious allegations, securing an outcome that ensures the client will have a good future outside the Navy.
Steph’s Navy Petty Officer Second Class client was extremely scared because she had no idea what could have caused her to test positive for THC Delta-8. Steph presented her client’s case to the ADSEP board, educating them about the prevalence of this substance and the dangers of accidental exposure. The Board found NO BASIS in 13 minutes.
Client was facing an ADSEP board for domestic violence. During her detail-oriented preparation for the case, Steph was the first person to realize that the Navy lacked jurisdiction over the Client. Client received an Honorable discharge.
Client was an Army Sergeant First Class accused of sexual assault. There were five total allegations against him. After a two-day, heavily contested discharge board, Abby secured a finding of NO BASIS. Her preparation was cited by the board members as one of the main factors contributing to the result.
Steph put together a response to a notification ADSEP asserting an innocent ingestion defense to an allegation of cocaine use. After receiving the response, the JAG contacted the Navy Drug Screening Laboratory, who confirmed that the innocent ingestion claim was valid. The command withdrew the notification.
Steph represented an Army enlisted Client who was facing serious consequences as a result of receiving an Article 15, including the potential loss of naturalized citizenship. Steph put together a compelling package in extenuation and mitigation, which resulted in the commander taking leniency on the Client and saving her career.
Client was a Coast Guard E-7 under investigation for solicitation and adultery. Abby tirelessly advocated for him through the investigative process. As a result, no charges were brought against the Client, and he retired from the Coast Guard after 22+ years of service.
Client was facing a Special Court-Martial for THC Delta-8 and one other minor offense. Steph’s aggressive trial approach, including investigating and finding witnesses that exonerated her Client, resulted in the Navy dropping all charges against her Chief Petty Officer Client.
Steph’s Client, a Sergeant in the Marine Corps, was facing court-martial for assault and batter on a junior Marine. Steph relentlessly investigated, ultimately learning more about the case than the prosecutors. This resulted in the charge being dismissed and the Client staying in the Marine Corps, keeping his rank, and ultimately promoting to SSgt.
Client tested positive for cocaine. Steph’s advocacy revealed the source of the exposure and countered all the government’s arguments for why Client should be found guilty. The Board agreed with Steph, and they found NO BASIS in only 6 minutes.
Client tested positive for methamphetamine on a random urinalysis and was being processed for administrative separation, which would have ended his 15 year Naval career. Only through Steph’s extensive investigation and advocacy, was it revealed that Client had been innocently exposed to methamphetamine in the line of duty, which caused him to test positive. After a two-day, heavily litigated ADSEP Board, the Board found NO BASIS.
Steph’s Chief Petty Officer Client faced six charges and 11 specifications, ranging from conspiracy, fraternization, forgery, false official statements, communicating threats, and extramarital sexual conduct. Client was found guilty at NJP. Because of Steph’s representation at his ADSEP Board, the Client received NO BASIS on all allegations. The Senior Member of the Board even apologized to Steph’s Client for having to go through the process.
Client was inadvertently exposed to THC through her civilian roommate. Regardless of her innocence, the Client’s command chose to take her to an ADSEP Board, potentially causing her to lose her 12-year career. Steph presented a compelling case. After only 15 minutes of deliberations, the Board unanimously found NO BASIS.
Allowed To Medically Retire with Honorable Characterization
2024
Client, who was seriously injured in an accident while on active duty, was in the process of receiving a medical retirement. Client tested positive several times for methamphetamines. Client’s command processed her for notification separation, attempting to prevent her from getting a medical retirement and impose a general discharge characterization. Steph presented an extremely compelling response to the notification, and the Navy chose to medically retire the Client with an Honorable characterization of service.
Steph represented a Sailor who was arrested as part of a prostitution sting. However, the Client had done nothing legally wrong. Steph did extensive research and presented legal arguments for exactly why Client did nothing that violated the UCMJ. After reviewing Steph’s argument, the CO withdrew and dismissed NJP.
Abby represented a Sailor who tested positive for codeine on a random urinalysis. Abby drafted a strong NJP package, outlining the law and the flaws in the investigation. The CO stopped Mast in the middle of the proceeding to conduct a better investigation. As a result, all charges against the Client were dismissed and the urinalysis was removed from the Client’s record.
Client was a GySgt in the Marine Corps charged with a PAC complaint for racism, sexism, and harassment. Client originally faced allegations that could have resulted in ADSEP. Steph helped the Client navigate the investigation, which ultimately resulted in the Client receiving nothing more than a 6105 for a lapse in leadership. Client’s career was saved.
Steph represented a Commanding Officer in a command investigation, helping guide the Client through high-stakes allegations. As a result, no action was taken against the CO.
Client was accused of sexual assault. Steph helped the Client navigate the investigation stage, communicated with the Office of the Special Trial Counsel, and submitted a request to preserve vital evidence that would exonerate her Client. Ultimately, both the OSTC and the command agreed the allegations were unfounded. Client was able to EAOS with an Honorable discharge as planned.
Steph helped her Petty Officer First Class Client during an investigation for THC use. Steph worked to uncover the source of the innocent exposure to THC, gather evidence, and present a comprehensive case to the Investigating Officer and CO. The CO concurred, and sent a letter of innocent ingestion to PERS.
Abby’s Client, a Marine Corps Sergeant, was accused of abusive sexual contact during a complicated divorce from his now ex-wife. As the case progressed, Abby won favorable rulings and the Government offered multiple deals. The Client refused any compromise due to his innocence. After intense litigation at a general court-martial, where Abby unveiled lies and inconsistencies through cross-examination and delivered a brilliant closing argument, the Client was found NOT GUILTY of all charges.
Client was a member of an elite Marine Corps unit accused by his ex-girlfriend of a variety of domestic violence offenses. Steph did not back down, filing and winning motions and gathering evidence. After a year and a half of investigation, followed by aggressive litigation by Steph during the general court-martial, the Government withdrew and dismissed all charges just weeks before the start of the trial.
Steph’s Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer Client was accused by an officer of abusive sexual contact. Steph prepared a case so strong that the Board found NO BASIS in less than 2 minutes of deliberations.
Steph’s Client, a Recruiter in the Marine Corps, was accused of recruiter misconduct by multiple recruits, including sexual assault under Article 120, UCMJ. Steph’s aggressive and creative representation resulted in findings of NO BASIS to the most serious charges, and a retention recommendation for the rest. Client got to continue his Marine Corps career.
Client was a Navy Senior Chief accused by multiple junior Sailors of sexual harassment offenses. During the NJP process, the Client’s rights were repeatedly violated, and Steph aggressively pushed back. At the ADSEP board, Steph pointed out the utter lack of evidence supporting the allegations and revealed the mistreatment from the command. The Client was exonerated with a finding of NO BASIS in less than 20 minutes.
Client tested positive for THC and the command attempted to separate him using notification administrative separation proceedings. Steph assembled a response that explained exactly where Client had been innocently exposed. After reviewing the response, the CO withdrew the notification and allowed Client to continue his career in the Navy Reserve.
Steph’s Client was accused of domestic violence by his ex-girlfriend. Client himself had actually been the victim of domestic violence by her, which Steph revealed through gathering evidence and doing a legal analysis. The Client’s punishment for his role in the interaction was suspended, he received a positive evaluation, and he was deployed as planned.
Abby’s Client, a Sailor with 19 years of service, tested positive on a urinalysis for THC. Abby prepared a compelling response package that outlined the law, the applicable regulations, and why the facts supported innocent ingestion. At Mast, the CO dropped all charges and deemed it innocent ingestion. He immediately received an outstanding evaluation and returned to his duties.
Client received NJP for an allegation of failing to perform her duties as a Corpsman. Her chain of command was aggressively pushing for the maximum punishment, including removing her rate and potential ADSEP. Steph put together a compelling response that the CO spent 3 hours reading and considering. The CO ultimately gave the Client an extremely light punishment, not affecting her rank or rate, and retaining her in the Navy.
Steph represented a Client who made some serious mistakes, even after prior nonjudicial punishment. Steph worked with the Client to get their career back on track, avail themselves of resources, and demonstrate why they deserved another chance. After Client and Steph appeared at NJP with the CO, the CO decided to grant leniency to the Client by only imposing NJP rather than moving toward administrative separation.
Navy junior enlisted Client was accused of domestic violence by his ex-girlfriend. Steph and Abby’s expertise revealed she was the aggressor and Client was defending himself. Steph was praised for conducting “a masterclass in cross-examination” for the cross-examination of the complainant. Client was found NOT GUILTY of all charges.
Client received NJP for an alleged inappropriate relationship. Steph represented the Client at NJP and did an appeal, highlighting the lack of evidence, legally incorrect charge, and mitigating factors. The General Court-Martial Convening Authority agreed with Steph’s arguments and granted the appeal in part, resulting in dismissal of one charge and overturning one month of forfeitures. The command confirmed Client would not be administratively separated.
Navy Officer Client made a minor mistake during a very difficult time in her life. The Navy forced her to show cause for retention through notification procedures. After a hard-fought battle, her career was saved and she was retained.
Chief Warrant Officer 3 was accused of cocaine use after being unknowingly exposed through her civilian boyfriend. The Government was very aggressively trying to end her 19-year career and take away her retirement. After an extremely hard-fought BOI, the members unanimously found NO BASIS. Steph saved the Client’s career!
Steph helped her Marine Corps Client navigate the military consequences of a civilian DUI. The way she advised her Client to handle the situation, including receiving inpatient alcohol treatment, resulted in her Client being allowed to EAS as planned with an Honorable discharge.
Steph’s Navy Corpsman client was under investigation for multiple allegations of domestic violence and MPO violations. Steph helped him navigate the investigation and worked with his command to reveal the inconsistencies in the allegations and the motivation for false allegations. Client was recommended for retention to continue his MEB retirement process.
Marine Corps client was denied reenlistment based on an inadequate investigation and a refusal by the command to follow the applicable regulations. After months of fighting back, Steph’s arguments to Headquarters Marine Corps prevailed. Client was allowed to reenlist.
Client tested positive for amphetamines, which turned out to be Adderall. Steph helped the Client navigate the investigation, DRB, NJP turn down, and Administrative Separation Board process. Steph’s representation at the board was praised by the board members, who unanimously voted NO BASIS in only six minutes of deliberation.
Abby’s Army Sergeant First Class Client was accused of improper relationships. Abby represented her through the whole investigation and GOMOR process, which took nearly a year. After Abby submitted a response to the GOMOR, the Commanding General decided to file it locally. The flag was lifted, and the Client was thrilled to finally be able to transfer units.
Client tested positive for THC and asserted innocent ingestion. The command wanted to separate with notification procedures, but Abby’s advocacy caused the Admiral to grant her an ADSEP Board. The board quickly found NO BASIS. Without Abby fighting for a board, she likely would have been discharged the year prior rather than being exonerated and continuing her career.
Abby represented a Marine Corps Client accused of drug use and assault. Abby guided the Client throughout the investigation, including coordinating with CID and the JAG regarding updates and the evidence in the case and helping him with the SACO. Due to Abby’s tactful guidance, the Client was allowed to hit his EAS and separate honorably.
Abby’s Navy Client with 19 years of service was accused of communicating a threat, abusive sexual contact, burglary, and having a civilian conviction for vandalism. Abby developed a solid strategy, admitting a civilian conviction is a basis, but arguing that there was no evidence to support the other allegations. The Board agreed, finding NO BASIS on the major allegations and unanimously recommending retention in spite of the civilian conviction. Client’s retirement saved!
Five people accused our Navy Chief Client of sexual harassment, bullying, and hazing. The Client’s nearly 14-year career was on the line. Steph pointed out all the flaws in the Government’s evidence and the bias in the investigation. Steph gathered numerous witnesses who showed why the allegations were not credible, and why the Client was a strong leader. The board found NO BASIS for violations of OPNAVINST 5354.1H and retained the Client.
Client was found guilty of wrongfully using THC-9 at NJP before contacting Steph for an appeal. Steph put together a compelling appeal. While the NJP was upheld, the appeal was so effective that the command slow-rolled mandatory administrative separation processing to allow the Client to medically retire due to his PTSD.
A Navy Petty Officer Third Class was facing ADSEP for Condition Not Amounting to a Disability (CND). Client had faced significant hurdles, but was improving. The command still sought to discharge him just two months shy of his EAOS with an adverse discharge. Steph’s aggressive and persuasively drafted legal memo resulted in the CO withdrawing the ADSEP and allowing the Client to finish out his enlistment.
Abby represented an Army Specialist accused of insubordinate conduct and assault. Throughout the 15-6 and subsequent NJP, Abby expertly guided and counseled the Client. She did her own investigation, discovered new evidence, and drafted a legal memo that caused the commander to withdraw the NJP, unsubstantiate the investigation, and tell the Client he can’t wait to see what the Client does in the Army going forward.
Steph’s Commanding Officer Client was the subject of multiple EO complaints alleging toxic leadership. After helping the CO navigate the investigation and respond to the allegations, all charges were dropped and Client finished their command tour.
Client was investigated for domestic violence and repeated MPO violations. Steph successfully got him released from pretrial confinement. After additional evidence was revealed, Steph negotiated an extremely favorable case outcome.
Steph helped her Air Force Major Client navigate a command investigation initiated due to complaints from civilian employees. Together, they drafted his responses to the Investigating Officer’s questions and Steph accompanied him to the interview. The commander initiated an LOC, but after reviewing the response with a significant amount of evidence the Investigating Officer had failed to gather, it was withdrawn.
Abby’s Client, an Army Sergeant First Class, tested positive on a urinalysis. Asserting his innocence, he turned down his Article 15. The Army took him to court-martial, where Abby aggressively defended him. The Client was found NOT GUILTY after only a few minutes of deliberation.
Steph’s Navy enlisted Client was charged at a special court-martial. The Government continuously offered deals that were not favorable to the Client. After Steph filed motions, the Government finally offered the deal the Client wanted. The Client happily separated with a general (under honorable conditions) discharge.
Steph represented a Client facing a general court-martial (GCM) for allegations of domestic violence, strangulation, and suffocation. Steph relentlessly defended him through litigation that lasted nearly a year and a half. She pursued every lead, raised every issue, and fought tirelessly on behalf of her Client, which led to all charges being dismissed.
Multiple people accused Client of drug involvement in exchange for leniency in their own cases. Client was illegally searched by CID and was dragged into a year-long investigation. The Marine Corps brought him to an ADSEP board 7 days before his EAS. Steph brilliantly defended him, showing all the flaws in the Government’s evidence. The board unanimously found NO BASIS and Client was honorably discharged.
Air Force SSgt was investigated for sexual harassment. After a strong Letter of Reprimand response from Abby, the LOR was withdrawn and the case was closed.
Air Force Officer Client was being investigated for sexual harassment. Steph and Abby interviewed witnesses favorable to the Client that SFOI chose not to. After Client was issued a letter of reprimand, Abby put together a response with evidence and arguments that convinced the command to withdraw the LOR.
Navy Master Chief accused of hazing and bullying had special court-martial charges dropped after Steph revealed unrecoverable flaws in the prosecution’s case. Client was saved from a conviction.
Navy Senior Chief Client was accused of sexually assaulting a fellow Chief in a special court-martial. Steph’s passionate and aggressive defense prevented Client from being convicted of a life-altering sex offense.
Abby’s Client was an Air Force Senior Master Sergeant who was offered an Article 15 nonjudicial punishment for abusive sexual contact. He turned it down and was taken to a general court-martial. He was fully acquitted of the charges.
Navy Client was accused of multiple sexual offenses and was at a loss at how to handle the actions from NCIS and his command. Steph’s representation and guidance led to all allegations being dropped and the Client separating with an Honorable discharge.
Marine Corps LCpl was investigated for larceny of government property based on ammo and explosives found in a car he had sold prior to deployment. Steph’s guidance throughout the investigation and communication with the CID agent resulted in case being dropped and Client reaching his EAS.
Air Force Staff Sergeant faced multiple specifications of rape at a general court-martial. The Government had DNA evidence, a SANE exam, and surveillance video evidence. None of that could overcome Abby’s relentless case preparation and talent in the courtroom. Her client was fully acquitted of all charges.
LCDR Client accused of sexual offenses retained Steph to represent him. After very strategically navigating the situation, no adverse action was brought against the Client, and he continued his Navy career.
Air Force Client was coerced by AFOSI to say he knew the complaining witness could not consent. Steph’s trial litigation and skills revealed her blatant lies and the lack of real investigating by AFOSI. Client found NOT GUILTY at a general court-martial.
Steph represented a Navy Senior Chief accused of sexual misconduct. After an aggressive defense, the Client was allowed to deploy, and all accusations were dropped.
Army officer accused of sexual harassment and fraternization with an enlisted member. After a strong investigation and GOMOR response, the GOMOR was locally filed. Client was promoted and his career continued.
LCDR Client was arrested for a high BAC DUI with a junior Sailor in the vehicle. Steph dug deep into the issues surrounding the Client’s combat-related PTSD and put together an extremely compelling case in mitigation. Steph avoided a Show Cause action for administrative separation and the Client was allowed to separate Honorably.
Client suffered from severe mental health issues and tested positive for THC. Steph advocated extensively for him, resulting in him receiving an Honorable discharge at his EAOS.
Warrant Officer Client was the subject of a command investigation for a hostile work environment. Steph represented her at NJP, where Client was found not guilty of all the charges to which she pled not guilty. Steph’s representation avoided an administrative separation show cause action.
Marine Corps Sergeant tested positive for THC after accidentally eating his civilian wife’s legally purchased THC chocolates. Steph represented him at NJP, which was conducted in violation of his rights and resulted in a finding of guilty. Steph’s aggressive appeal caused the Commanding General to overturn the Battalion CO’s findings. Steph attended the second nonjudicial punishment hearing and all charges were dismissed.
Marine Corps former Drill Instructor was accused of hazing and bullying after he returned to the Fleet and held junior Marines to standards. Steph’s case preparation revealed the lies and inconsistencies among the junior Marines. Steph’s aggressive cross-examination of the Commanding Officer revealed toxic leadership and numerous processing flaws in the case. Client was retained in the Marine Corps.
Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant Client was accused of multiple acts of sexual assault. Steph worked extensively with the Client to prepare for an interview with NCIS. Steph then went with him to the interview to protect him from NCIS’s tactics. After providing his side of the story and Steph stopping NCIS from twisting his words, the command could see the truth. All allegations were dropped, and Client continued his career.
Client was O-6 accused of a toxic work environment. Steph represented them through the investigation, assisting with a statement, communicating with the General Officer who was the Investigating Officer, gathering evidence, and providing a legal memo. Ultimately, the Client was subject to no adverse action and was granted retirement.
Abby’s Client was a Petty Officer Third Class investigated for dereliction of duty and false official statements, which resulted in DRB/XOI proceedings. Abby’s representation led to the case being dismissed at XOI.
Steph’s Navy Chief Client was accused of using cocaine. He was given a cigarette that was laced with cocaine without his knowledge. His ship’s Commanding Officer extensively violated his rights during his nonjudicial punishment proceedings, which Steph had attended. Steph’s aggressive appeal led to Client’s NJP being overturned and a finding of NOT GUILTY at Commodore’s Mast.
Navy Client shared a vape with a stranger the weekend before checking into his command. Steph’s persuasive presentation of the response to the ADSEP Notification resulted in Client continuing his Navy career.
Navy Client innocently ingested THC at a graduation party with civilians who brought cannabis-laced foods. Steph’s compelling case resulted in a finding of NO BASIS even though Client couldn’t identify exactly how he ingested the THC.
Navy Client was going to be separated for simply seeking mental health treatment. The ship wasn’t giving him the treatment he deserved, so he went off-ship for treatment. The ship retaliated and began processing him for a mental health discharge. Steph pulled out all the stops with the response, and the CO withdrew the ADSEP and returned the Sailor to the ship.
Navy Client was the victim of severe Military Sexual Trauma, and several commands subsequently mistreated her. She was in the process of being medically retired for MST-related PTSD and used cannabis to alleviate her suicidal intentions. Her command attempted to override the medical board and separate her with a general discharge characterization. One day after Steph’s legally sound, aggressive response to the ADSEP notification, the command withdrew the notification and allowed her to retire.
Client was a Navy Petty Officer First Class who was given cannabis by his personal trainer without his knowledge, resulting in a positive urinalysis. Steph represented him at the ADSEP Board and put on such a compelling case that the members returned a finding of NO BASIS in 10 minutes.
Client was a Navy Petty Officer First Class whose ex-girlfriend accused him of stalking and domestic violence. Steph’s independent investigation resulted in over 400 pages of texts, emails, and phone calls revealing Client was the real stalking victim and the ex-girlfriend had fabricated allegations to ruin his career. Client’s command cleared him of the allegations and allowed him to commission.
Client was accused at a general court-martial of a range of sex offenses that could have resulted in life in prison, including forcible rape. Steph and Abby defended him over the course of 2 years, never backing down from the many obstacles they faced. He was fully acquitted of all charges: NOT GUILTY. Steph and Abby were honored to attend his Air Force retirement ceremony.
Steph’s skill in developing cross-examination and collaborating with experts, including forensic psychologists, in alcohol-facilitated sexual assault cases proved essential in defending an Air Force Client against a “drunk sex” allegation in a general court-martial. Client was fully acquitted of all charges: NOT GUILTY.
Steph represented Client through a CMEO investigation for solicitation of sex from a civilian employee and showing her a video of himself engaging in sexual intercourse. Client turned down nonjudicial punishment and was taken to an ADSEP Board. Steph’s extensive case in mitigation resulted in a general discharge, and the Client was thrilled with the result.
Client was taken to nonjudicial punishment for cheating on the E-7 exam. She would have turned down the NJP if she could have because she was not guilty, but she was attached to a ship and had no choice. Her CO ignored her statement and evidence and found her guilty, then sent her to an ADSEP Board for an OTH. Steph put together such a compelling case, the board members found NO BASIS and exonerated her in only 7 minutes.
Client was a Petty Officer Second Class who was taken to an ADSEP Board for an allegation of sexual assault. Steph cross-examined the complainant so convincingly that the ADSEP Board quickly returned with a finding of NO BASIS.
Navy Petty Officer First Class Client was an introvert who made a rare choice to go out with his friends to a crowded bar. He left his drink unattended while he went to the bathroom. When he tested positive for cocaine, he was shocked, confused, and scared. Steph’s compassion, guidance, and unrelenting advocacy resulted in a unanimous finding of NO BASIS.
Steph represented a USMC Gunnery Sergeant who received NJP for leaving the scene of an accident and lying about his location. Steph presented an extraordinarily compelling case for him to receive a 6105 instead of an NJP. The CO agreed and dismissed the nonjudicial punishment action.
Navy Petty Officer First Class was accused of sexual harassment by multiple women. Steph’s case preparation, skillful cross-examination of the women, and persuasive closing argument resulted in a finding of NO BASIS.
Client was a LT who received multiple negative comments through a DEOC Survey. Steph’s representation helped the Client reveal that she was also subjected to a hostile working environment. The result was simply a record of counseling instead of any adverse action.
Steph represented a Petty Officer Third Class at his ADSEP Board for an allegation of sexual assault. Steph’s presentation of witnesses, analysis of the evidence, and compelling closing argument resulted in a finding of NO BASIS.
Abby’s Client was a Staff Sergeant charged in a general court-martial with child sexual abuse of his teenage stepdaughter and possession of child pornography. Abby’s litigation skills resulted in her Client being fully acquitted of all charges.
Abby’s Client, a Petty Officer First Class, innocently ingested THC at a friend’s house. Client had been held at a schoolhouse for over 9 months pending the resolution of his ADSEP Board. Abby’s outstanding case preparation and ability to think on the fly resulted in a unanimous finding of NO BASIS.
Navy Chief Client accused of innocently ingesting a drug was found not guilty at NJP but was brought to an ADSEP board regardless, due to a change to the OPNAVINST. He was still facing an OTH and the loss of his 16-year career. Steph put on such a compelling case, the ADSEP Board found NO BASIS in only 10 minutes.
Navy LT with 22 years of service pled guilty at NJP to violating COVID protocols and fraternization, among other offenses. Steph worked tirelessly to present a strong case at the Board of Inquiry because PERS was seeking an OTH with the loss of retirement. Not only was Client retained, but the BOI found NO BASIS for a charge he had pled guilty to at NJP.
Steph developed a remarkable rapport with an alleged sexual assault victim through respect and relating to her as a woman. During her testimony, she felt comfortable enough to tell Steph something she had never told the prosecutor before, which essentially amounted an admission that she consented to the alleged sexual acts. Client was found NOT GUILTY at a general court-martial.
Personal Relationship With An Enlisted Subordinate
GOMOR Filed Locally
2021
Client was an Army Lieutenant who had engaged in a personal relationship with an enlisted subordinate. Steph’s representation through the investigation revealed a litany of mitigating circumstances. The subsequent response to the GOMOR led the General to decide to file it locally.
Navy Client was accused of severe child abuse. KMD’s representation at the Article 32 hearing resulted in all general court-martial charges being dropped and Client’s Navy career continuing.
Navy flyer retained Steph to represent him when he tested positive for cocaine with no apparent source of exposure. Steph refused to back down in the face of an unreasonable command. The ADSEP Board members were absolutely shocked to learn of the possible sources of innocent exposure. Members found NO BASIS and Client continued his Navy career.
Steph’s Client, a Navy Petty Officer First Class, tested positive for multiple controlled substances. After being convicted at a special court-martial, Steph crafted a compelling sentencing case. The judge sentenced him to no punishment.
Marine Corps Client was accused of fraternization, larceny, and destruction of property. Steph aggressively represented her at the Article 32 hearing, resulting in all general court-martial charges being dismissed and her career continuing.
Client tested positive for THC. Abby’s thorough investigation, solid criticism of the command investigation failures, and compelling legal presentation resulted in the Client being found to have committed no misconduct. Client stayed in the Navy.
Steph’s Army Client spent over two and a half years falsely accused of alcohol-facilitated sexual assault in a general court-martial. He was held over 18 months past his ETS. Steph was extraordinarily aggressive in every aspect of the trial, leading to loss after loss for the prosecution until the government finally dismissed all charges.
Army CPT Client’s ex-fiancée was using the Army’s SHARP reporting systems to get revenge on him after their breakup. She made accusations of sexual harassment. Steph gathered extensive evidence and witness statements that corroborated the Client’s side of the story and revealed her lies and manipulation. The Client was issued a GOMOR, but Steph’s lengthy and aggressive response caused the General to withdraw the GOMOR entirely. The Client’s career was saved.
Client was a Marine Corps drill instructor accused of sexually assaulting a fellow DI. Steph expertly defended Client in a general court-martial where he was found NOT GUILTY of all charges. The senior officer of the panel told Steph, “If I didn’t know better, I would have thought you were a prior service Marine.”
Client was an Army deserter who fled because he was being bullied and hazed by his immediate chain of command. It led him to be suicidal and go AWOL instead of the worst-case scenario. Steph interviewed witnesses and directly engaged with his Battalion Commander to explain the situation and facilitate face-to-face interactions that led to him being moved from his company, mentored by SNCOs who cared, and continuing his career in the Army.
Navy LT with over 20 years of service was prescribed a medication his provider failed to properly put in his dental record. Even after showing the prescription, his command continued to persecute him. Client was a war hero for his deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, but the command was relentless. However, Steph was relentless too. After a finding of NO BASIS at his first BOI, PERS took him to another one based on the same evidence 2 years later. Steph once again presented an unquestionably powerful case, and he was exonerated again. Steph is particularly proud that this hero retired with his full military honors intact.
Chief Petty Officer was accused of domestic violence, delaying his appointment to Chief Warrant Officer. Steph fought for nearly a year to prove he did not do what he was accused of. After only 6 minutes of deliberation, he was fully exonerated by the ADSEP Board. Steph attended his promotion to CWO a few weeks later.
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