Result Category: Military Investigations
Army Officer Facing a 15-6 Investigation
Abby’s response to her Army Officer client’s 15-6 investigation resulted in local filing and no impact to Client’s career.
Master Chief Investigated for Misconduct
Client, a Master Chief with nearly three decades of service, was accused of misconduct over a miscommunication. During the investigation, Steph represented Client in a way that resulted in no action being taken.
Navy Petty Officer Tests Positive for THC Delta-9
Steph’s client, a Navy Petty Officer, tested positive for THC Delta-9. Steph identified the source of the innocent ingestion and assembled a waiver package that was approved by the command and PERS. All charges dropped.
Army Officer Facing Alcohol-Related Misconduct
Steph’s Army Officer client had an alcohol-related incident as a result of unresolved trauma. Steph identified all the mitigating factors in Client’s case, resulting in only a locally filed GOMOR. Client’s career was saved.
Navy Officer Facing a Sexual Assault Allegation
Steph’s client was a Navy Officer facing an allegation of sexual assault. Steph guided Client through the legal process and the right steps to take in his case. Ultimately, no adverse action was taken against him.
Deployment-Related Investigation
Client faced a delicate situation involving issues while on deployment. Through Steph’s careful guidance, Client never faced any adverse action.
Coast Guard Member Accused of Steroid Use
Client was a Coast Guard member accused of steroid use. Through Abby’s careful navigation of the case, the command eventually dropped all charges against Client.
Sailor Accused of Harassment and Bullying
Client was a Sailor accused of harassment and bullying. After nearly a year of investigation, security clearance issues, TADs, and communications with NCIS, OSTC, and the Triad, Client was found NOT GUILTY and deployed with his command.
Navy Chief Accused of Inappropriate Contact
Steph’s Navy Chief client was accused of touching the buttocks of an Officer during a formal event. Through Steph’s navigation of the process and interaction with the command, Client was exonerated and transferred to the Fleet Reserve.
Domestic Violence and Child Abuse Allegations
Client was repeatedly accused of domestic violence and violence toward his child by an ex who pursued the case for nearly 18 months. Steph carefully navigated the situation, ultimately exposing the ex as the abuser. The command saw the lies for what they were and exonerated Client of all allegations.
Sailor Accused of Sexual Assault
Client was a Sailor accused of sexual assault after a mutual encounter during which he also made a report of sexual assault. Steph’s advocacy, including through a DRB and an attempt at command action, resulted in Client receiving a medical board and separating honorably with a medical discharge.
Army NCO Investigated After a Fight
Client was an Army NCO under investigation for a fight that resulted in injuries to both parties. Abby staunchly asserted self-defense, resulting in Client being cleared of all misconduct, receiving a Line of Duty Determination in his favor, and receiving VA benefits.
Accused of Stealing and Selling Military Property
Client, a Lance Corporal, was undergoing a very lengthy investigation where he was accused of stealing and selling military property. He was constantly being told by his command that he was going to be court-martialed. Other Marines were court-martialed, but Steph navigated the investigation in a way that ultimately allowed the Client to separate honorably at his EAS.
Army Sergeant Facing Allegations of Sexual Assault.
An Army Sergeant was facing allegations of sexual assault. Steph guided him through the process for nearly a year. He was facing the prospect of an Under Other Than Honorable Conditions (OTH) discharge, but Steph helped him work to receive a General (Under Honorable Conditions) discharge instead. As a result, Client easily found civilian employment and was thrilled with the result.
Domestic Violence Accusation
Client was a Gunnery Sergeant set to promote. Before that could happen, his wife accused him of domestic violence in the middle of a civilian custody battle. Client retained Abby to help him navigate the investigation. She coordinated with his civilian attorney, communicated with investigators, the Office of the Special Trial Counsel, and the command. All charges against Client were ultimately dropped with no action, and he was promoted.
Accused of Sexual Assault while on Deployment
Steph represented a junior Marine through being accused of sexual assault while on deployment. His parents were extremely worried, but Steph guided everyone through the process. She communicated with NCIS and the Office of the Special Trial Counsel. Ultimately, the Client was able to EAS as planned with no action.
Accused of Sexual Assault by a Civilian
Steph represented a Petty Officer Second Class who was originally accused of sexual assault by a civilian and staunchly asserted his innocence. Steph aggressively represented the Client through the process, communicating with NCIS, the Office of the Special Trial Counsel, and the command. OSTC declined to prosecute, and Client was told he was being taken to NJP. He turned it down and met with leadership. He was ultimately given a NPLOC for minor conduct unrelated…
Tested Positive for PEDs
Client was a senior enlisted Special Operator who tested positive for PEDs. Steph expertly navigated him through the process of making a statement to the command and gathering medical documentation, and submitting it. They got the adjudication letter back stating that the positive urinalysis had been determined not to be a drug abuse incident. Client’s security clearance and career were saved.
Sexual Harassment Accusation
Client, a Petty Officer First Class, was accused of sexual harassment. Steph guided the Client through the process. Ultimately, allegations were unsubstantiated and Client was allowed to separate at his EAOS with an Honorable discharge.
Petty Officer Second Class Client Tested Positive for THC Delta-9
Petty Officer Second Class Client tested positive for THC Delta-9. He immediately retained Steph, who helped him gather all the evidence they possibly could for an innocent ingestion waiver package. Steph put it all together in a compelling package with a memo supporting the Client. After reviewing it, the CO routed an innocent ingestion waiver. PERS concurred, removed the urinalysis from the Client’s record, and closed the case.
Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant Investigated for Falsifying Record
Client was a Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant who was investigated for falsifying records. Abby represented him through the investigation, providing invaluable advice and guidance. The case against the client was ultimately dropped.
Army Master Sergeant Accused of Sexual Assault.
Client was an Army Master Sergeant accused of sexual assault. Abby worked to gather evidence and communicate with prosecutors. She provided vital guidance to the Client, who’s retirement was on the line. The sexual assault charges against Client were dropped, and he was allowed to retire on schedule.
Investigation into CO’s Travel
Steph represented her Commanding Officer Client through an investigation into his travel. She worked extensively with the Client and the superior command to gather evidence and show that her Client had done nothing wrong. No punitive action was taken against the Client and he left command as scheduled.
Coast Guard XO
Client, a Coast Guard XO, was notified of relief for cause for AHHI violations. Steph drafted a thorough response to the RFC recommendation, pointing out all the flaws with the case and the application of the law. Client’s RFC was overturned and he resumed his duties as the XO of the ship.
Abusive Sexual Contact
After a quick NO BASIS finding at an ADSEP board for abusive sexual contact, Steph petitioned to expunge her Senior Chief Client’s titling (background check). NCIS agreed, and his record was expunged.
