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Washington D.C. Military Law Attorneys

Serving Clients Throughout Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia

The judicial system can be an intimidating place for even the most esteemed and respected service members. With complications that may affect your career, benefits, or future prospects, it is incredibly important, if not vital, to have someone with experience fighting on your behalf.

Our experienced military lawyers at Solomon Law Firm, PLLC will fight fiercely to seek a fair and balanced outcome. Having our strong legal representation not only helps you get justice but also provides necessary reassurance throughout the legal process. Put your trust in our lawyers, and rest assured knowing your case is in capable hands.

Call (866) 833-3529 today to learn more about how we can help you.

Our Military Law Practice Areas

At Solomon Law Firm, PLLC, we have experience handling cases that affect service members most, including:

  • Command directed investigations: Command directed investigations are used to obtain evidence surrounding an allegation against someone. It can be difficult to know what to do when under investigation. However, it’s important to hire an attorney before making a statement. Our lawyers can help guide and defend you in this situation.
  • Court-martial appeals: If convicted, our attorneys can aid you in the appeal process to help you understand your rights and navigate this situation with the goal of minimizing your sentence or getting the conviction overturned.
  • Court-martial/UCMJ representation: Being accused of offenses against military law can be stress-inducing. In this situation, out attorneys will work to find the best defense against the specific allegations against you.
  • Involuntary discharges and boards of inquiry: When faced with an involuntary discharge, our attorneys can help you investigate your case and work towards helping you maintain your position.
  • Military administrative actions, including nonjudicial punishment and reprimands: Meant to be corrective, military administrative actions can have a negative implication on your career. Our attorneys can investigate the details of your case and defend you.
  • Military sexual assault and harassment victims: Our military law attorneys can help victims of sexual assault and/or harassment. Our team can help organize evidence to pursue justice for you.
  • Records corrections: If there is an error or injustice in your records, our legal team can help you correct this issue to have them accurately document your information.

Defending Washington D.C. Active-Duty Members

Non-Judicial Punishments

Non-judicial punishment proceedings are known by multiple names. They can be referred to as the following:

  • Article 15
  • Office hours
  • Non-judicial punishment mast

In this scenario, an appeal is available to the service member after the disposition of the non-judicial punishment. The following are three potential grounds for appeal:

  1. Not enough evidence to find the service member guilty.
  2. Punishment was too severe for the offense.
  3. The commander failed to follow the laws/regulations during the non-judicial punishment proceedings.

Receiving a non-judicial punishment in the United States Military can be an incredibly stressful and confusing experience for any service member. Although the punishment does not actually constitute a criminal conviction, it can still have severe long-term implications on your career.

Working with an experienced attorney with a strong military law background can help you understand your rights and how best to defend you.

Fighting Involuntary Military Discharges

Having an attorney defend you against an involuntary discharge is critical to avoid long-lasting consequences. Not only will your military career come to an end, but your benefits can be terminated. In addition, this can have a lasting impact on your civilian job search later on.

There are three types of military administrative discharge:

  • Honorable
  • General (Under Honorable Conditions)
  • Under Other Than Honorable Conditions (OTH/UOTHC)

Military discharge is a serious matter, and if you are facing an involuntary administrative one, it can be difficult to know how to fight against it. Fortunately, our team of attorneys understands the complexities of military law and is dedicated to providing the support and resources necessary to help protect your position. We will analyze every aspect of your case to fight against your discharge.

Court-Martial/UCMJ Representation

The Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) outlines procedural laws that govern the military justice system. Our attorneys are well versed and skilled in navigating this realm of law to provide you with legal support, guidance, and defense.

Our military law attorneys recognize the severity of this situation and will work to build a strong defense and advocate for our clients' rights. With many years of experience, out team will work to investigate evidence and circumstances to help you fight these charges.

Military Sexual Assault & Harassment Victims

As a victim of sexual assault and harassment, you deserve justice and support. Our legal team has extensive experience investigating these crimes and fighting for the rights of our clients. We will conduct a thorough investigation into the details of each client's unique experience, gather evidence, and pursue justice through legal action against your perpetrator(s).

With determination and compassion, we work tirelessly to hold offenders accountable for their actions so you can start your healing process. If you've been a victim of sexual assault or harassment, contact us today for a confidential consultation.

Trust Solomon Law Firm, PLLC to Defend You

Our team works hard to defend our clients even in the toughest cases. With experience, dedication, and care, we strive to protect you. We will never be the biggest law firm, but we do what is necessary to be the best at providing the legal help our clients need and deserve. As a result, our success has been widely recognized news outlets nationally.

Let us fight for you in your military case. Call (866) 833-3529 or contact us online.

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