Military Lawyer
All charges dropped! Our client, an Air Force member stationed in Texas, was falsely accused of sexual assault. After fighting the charges for over a year, we just learned that all allegations have been dropped and that our client has been fully exonerated.
Fully Exonerated! We are thrilled to announce our client was found to have committed no misconduct by an Air Force Discharge Board in Maryland this week. An NCO facing 5 allegations of serious misconduct, including an allegation of sexual assault, had his career and reputation on the line. Fortunately, we were able to demonstrate the investigation was a politically motivated witch hunt. The Board members followed the facts and the law and reached a just outcome despite command pressure. A win for our client and for the military justice system.
Thrilled to announce that our military veteran client finally obtained a just outcome in Pennsylvania state court after a battle lasting almost three years. Our client a local restaurant owner was a victim of an absurd masking policy that had law enforcement officers driving around town and peaking in windows to see if restaurant patrons were “properly” wearing masks. Our client was holding a private retirement party with 5 family members in his restaurant when his wife was accosted by a plain clothes officer who failed to properly identify himself. He originally faced multiple felony charges alleging that he assaulted the law enforcement officer when he was simply trying to protect his wife from an unidentified masked man. Not only were all of the felony charges dropped, my client was acquitted of disorderly conduct and walked out of the courtroom a free man.
Our client, an Air Force pilot, received notice she was being discharged for an alleged technical violation of an Air Force Instruction. Our investigation revealed that the allegation was retaliation because she stood up to a senior officer who was treating Airmen inappropriately. Based on our written response revealing the truth, the discharge action was rescinded, and our client has been retained.
Our client, an enlisted Army Soldier, was in a car wreck that resulted in significant injuries. An investigation found our client’s injuries were outside of the line of duty. After retaining our firm, we filed a rebuttal challenging the findings of the investigation. Today, we learned the findings were overturned and her injuries were determined to be in the line of duty. Our client is now fully eligible for a medical separation and will retain her VA medical benefits!
Career saved! Our client, a civilian engineer, was in danger of losing his security clearance and his defense contracting job over past debts. After working with our team, an administrative law judge decided in his favor and granted his full clearance.
Our client, an NCO and member of the Colorado Air National Guard, was facing discharge over false allegations of drug abuse at Buckley Space Force Base in Denver, Colorado. Using an independent expert, thorough preparation, and in-depth knowledge of Department of Defense Drug Testing Laboratories, we demonstrated that the “positive” drug test was within the margin of error for the Air Force Drug Testing laboratory. In addition to highlighting our client’s impeccable character, our advocacy before the administrative separation board established that independent voluntary drug tests exonerated our client. The Board found no misconduct and our client reputation was restored and his career
Our Army client faced false allegations of sexual harassment and EO violations. Through our independent research and strategic response to questions raised in the investigation, we were able to demonstrate the allegations were false. As a result, all allegations were dismissed as unfounded and our client’s career and reputation was saved.
We are proud to announce that our client, an Air Force Major stationed in New Mexico, was exonerated by of Board of Officers. The decision of the Board after a contested 2-day hearing was the culmination of over a year of fighting to clear his name. The Major was falsely accused of the unlawful use of cocaine. Finally, justice was done and his career and reputation have been saved.
Our client honorably served in the U.S. Army for eight years. After leaving the Army, our client learned through a background check for a job application that he was wrongfully titled for possession of LSD. Today, we learned the Army Criminal Investigation Division granted our request to fully expunge his record and remove the wrongful titling completely!
Our client was an Army officer facing false allegations of sexual assault. He hired our team during the investigation. We were able to uncover and provide exculpatory information that resulted in the criminal charges being dropped and the investigation closed. Later the Army issued our client an essentially career-ending General Officer Memorandum of Reprimand (GOMOR). Our attorneys crafted a thorough written rebuttal to the Reprimand. The General reviewed the response and rescinded and destroyed the GOMOR.
Our client faced the loss of his security clearance and hired our firm for his appeal. Through the submission of written matters and our advocacy at the hearing, we successfully demonstrated that our client was not a risk to national security and met all the requirements for full restoration of his clearance. The Hearing Officer agreed. Our client’s reputation and clearance have been restored.
Our client was referred to a Flying Evaluation Board at Canon Air Force Base in Clovis, New Mexico. He faced the loss of his Wings and his Air Force career. Through meticulous preparation and a focused game plan, we were able to demonstrate that our client was not only a safe and effective pilot but also well respected. Multiple witnesses testified that he should be returned to flying status and that they would fly with him again. Critically, during cross-examination, we revealed that the commander who recommended had never flown with our client and initiated the Board for political reasons. I client was found not to have committed any of the allegations and was returned to flying status.
Our client, an Airman who was falsely accused of assault and sexual assault, was found not guilty of all charges and specifications. After two years of investigation and fighting back against fabricated allegations our client finally had their day in court. Attorney Younts was able to demonstrate that the accuser was not credible through the use of a thorough cross-examination that revealed false statements and inconsistencies. Ultimately, the Air Force court-martial panel understood the truth and exonerated our client
Our client’s security clearance was revoked in retaliation for his vocal stand against religious discrimination. Part of the factual basis for the security clearance revocation was the fact that he displayed the historic Pine Tree flag at his home. Apparently, the words “An Appeal to Heaven” upset a member of his unit who drove by his home and were reported the flag to his unit leadership. Fortunately, with our assistance his appeal was successful. His name was cleared, and his security clearance was fully restored.
A senior Army National Guard non-commissioned officer faced an other than honorable discharge after serving honorably for more than 20 years. We were able to use our knowledge and experience with the administrative process to secure his retirement. This combat veteran is now able to retire with honor after serving for two decades with multiple deployments.
Our client, a federal law enforcement agent with over 15 years of dedicated service, had his security clearance revoked due to allegations of misconduct related to drug abuse. He was facing termination from his job and the loss of the ability to continue in government service. He retained our firm for his appeal and hearing. Fortunately, we were able to use our expertise and thorough preparation to win the appeal. Our client’s clearance was fully restored, and he is back to work protecting our Nation.
An Air Force Master Sergeant facing thirty years of confinement and a Dishonorable Discharge due to false allegations of sexual assault was found not guilty of all charges at Aviano Air Base in Italy. Attorney Younts used a team of experts to develop a successful trial strategy and demonstrate that the complaining witness had a motive to fabricate the allegations. Through extensive motions practice and effective cross-examination, the truth was revealed. As a result of the efforts of Attorney Younts and a team of experts, the career and future of a Senior NCO with 21 years of service.
An Army Senior Non-commissioned Officer stationed at Fort Carson in Colorado Springs, Colorado was facing an under other-than-honorable conditions discharge and the loss of his retirement after 22 Years of honorable service. Our client was a whistleblower who was retaliated against after participating in an investigation into his chain of command. We were able to use our experience and extensive knowledge of military administrative processes to show that an allegation our client was facing was not substantiated by credible evidence and he was retained in the United States Army. This combat veteran will now be able to retire with the honor he earned after two decades of service and multiple deployments
An Army LTC under investigation for alleged Military Equal Opportunity policy violations and creating a toxic climate has been exonerated. Using his decades of experience and ability to communicate effectively with the Investigating Officer and chain of command, Attorney Younts was able to resolve the investigation as unfounded. LTC was able to PCS on schedule and move on with his career.
An Air Force Major facing false allegations of Equal Opportunity policy violations was cleared of all misconduct. Attorneys Younts and Byrd were able to demonstrate that the client was targeted based on his religious faith. After an independent investigation and meetings with the chain of command, the allegations were dropped and a Major was allowed to move on with his career.
An Army Chief Warrant Officer stationed at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas was cleared of allegations. With his honor and 24 years of military service on the line, a CW4 was falsely accused of harassment, bullying, an Unprofessional Relationship, False Official Statements, and Conduct Unbecoming of an Officer. Attorney Davis Younts used the expertise he has gained as a former prosecutor and JAG to demonstrate the accusations against his client were fabricated. Leveraging the skills of an independent investigator and cutting-edge technology, Attorney Younts achieved a finding of no misconduct and convinced the Board of Inquiry to go against the recommendations of the Chain of Command and reverse a GOMOR. The result restored the honor and saved the retirement of our client.
Airman retained at Dover Air Force Base. Facing the end of his military career our client was retained on active duty by an Administrative Separation Board. Attorney Younts’ cross-examination of the Commander demonstrated a clear failure by the chain of command to follow applicable guidance. Worse the chain of command gave the client 6 Letters of Reprimand and 3 Article 15s as they attempted to build a false narrative against. Fortunately, the truth came out during the Board and the client was retained on active.
Thrilled to announce that our client, an Army Chaplain, was fully acquitted of all 8 charges at a General Court-Martial at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas. Our hard work and pretrial investigation allowed us to find a witness who provided evidence our client was being framed for false allegations of sexual assault. The client faced Article 92, Article 120 and Article 134 charges. Based on our timely use of motions as well as cross-examination, the just outcome was clear to the court-martial panel. They deliberated for less than 40 minutes before announcing, “Not Guilty on all charges and specifications.”
A Pennsylvania National Guard NCO faced the end of his career as a result of false allegations of drug abuse. Expertise on the military’s Drug Testing program and the use of expert witnesses resulted in a finding of no misconduct at the Administrative Separation Board.
An NCO stationed at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling was facing sexual assault charges pursuant to Article 120 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice. Attorney Younts was able to use his in-depth knowledge of the military justice process to present exculpatory information to prosecutors and the chain of command. These efforts resulted in a dismissal of all charges.
Air Force Major found not guilty after wrongfully accused of making false official statements, fraternization and adultery. With a clear strategy & carefully prepared cross examination we achieved a not guilty verdict. After 2 years, our client finally had his day in court and was acquitted of ALL charges in less than 30 minutes of deliberation.
Army SGT found not guilty of all charges in a case involving allegations of drug abuse. Despite a positive urinalysis test, Attorney Younts’ in-depth understanding of military drug testing and forensic toxicology enabled the defense team to prove that the use was accidental. The result was a not guilty verdict and an NCO’s career was saved.
An Army Specialist facing life in prison was fully acquitted of multiple charges including rape, sexual assault, and obstruction of justice. A combination of strategy, preparation, and courtroom advocacy resulted in the pre-trial dismissal of multiple charges and a finding of not guilty on all remaining charges.
Not Guilty verdict at Ramstien Air Base, Germany. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel acquitted of false allegation of sexual assault. During cross-examination by Attorney Younts the complaining witness admitted that she did not believe she had been sexually assaulted and felt forced into making the allegation by Air Force officials.
An ROTC Cadet falsely accused of illegal drug use was exonerated & will be commissioned as an officer in the U.S. Army. Facing disenrollment & loss of the opportunity to commission, the Cadet called Attorney Younts, who worked with one of the top forensic toxicologists in the U.S. to show that the negative drug test was falsely reported as positive.
Air Force Master Sgt. found Not Guilty of all 8 false allegations of assault charges. After a two-year battle for justice on behalf of a retirement-eligible former OSI Agent, Younts’ team of experts exposed the false narrative. Despite the highly political nature of the case, Attorney Younts successfully argued that justice was more important than politics.
York County Pennsylvania client found not guilty of drug delivery resulting in death. Attorney Younts’ use of expert testimony and tireless preparation proved government overreach and demonstrated our client was not only not responsible for the death, he was not involved in the alleged drug delivery.
Female Army NCO was found not guilty of all charges related to alleged cruelty, maltreatment, and dereliction of duty. Attorney Younts’ successfully argued that our client was an outstanding NCO with high standards and the allegations stemmed from an attempt by Soldiers to hide their own substandard performance by making false claims of misconduct.
An Air Force Major assigned to Andrews Air Force Base faced a career-ending Article 15. After turning down the Article 15 and demanding trial by court-martial, Attorney Younts worked closely with an expert witness to identify inaccurate statements by an Air Force Drug lab expert. The result was a total victory and the Major’s career was saved.
NCO wrongfully accused of false statements and larceny involving alleged BAH fraud was acquitted by an officer panel. Attorney Younts’ used the testimony of expert witnesses, in -depth knowledge of the Joint Travel Regulation, and a compelling closing argument to achieve complete victory for our client and his family.
All Charges dismissed in Sexual Assault case at Andrews, Air Force Base, Maryland. Lt Col wrongfully accused of sexual assault was vindicated through careful and strategic investigation. We were able to uncover a clear pattern of lies and manipulation by a witness. Innocent man exonerated and a career saved.
Full acquittal of an Air Force NCO accused of armed robbery. Tried Joint Base San Antonio, Attorney Younts comprehensive strategy and cross-examination revealed false statements by a key government witness. The result was a full acquittal.
Full acquittal in alleged child sexual assault case at Joint Base, San Antonio, Texas. Attorney Younts successfully proved the innocence of an E-6 who was wrongfully accused of molesting two girls. Attorney Younts left no stone unturned and discovered that the girls had fabricated the story based on the plot of a television show.