Court-Martial Defense

A court-martial is a very serious matter. Administered in accordance with the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), a court-martial is a criminal prosecution. As such, a conviction can have devastating consequences on your freedom, your career, and your future employment opportunities.

Cronauer Law defends service members facing court-martial worldwide. Our military law practice is led by Ross Brennan, a former active duty Air Force attorney who served two assignments as a defense counsel. Ross has years of experience in military court rooms defending a wide variety of serious crimes, including drug offenses, sex offenses, assault, and murder.

For a free consultation with an experienced court-martial defense lawyer, contact Cronauer Law.

To learn more, see these related links:

• Court-Martial Overview
• Steps in a Court-Martial 
• Types of Offenses at a Court-Martial
• Sexual Assault and Related Offenses in the Military
• Constitutional Rights at a Court-Martial
• The Right to Remain Silent: Article 31
• Military Investigations
• Military Searches
• Searches of Cell Phones and Electronics

Article 15/Non-Judicial Punishment

Whether referred to as an “Article 15,” “Nonjudicial punishment,” “NJP,” or “Captain’s Mast,” the consequences can include loss of rank, loss of pay, and more. This type of punishment is unique to the military and can have devastating consequences on a career. Make sure you have an attorney who understands the stakes.

If you are facing an Article 15 and want to talk to an experienced military criminal defense lawyer, contact Cronauer Law for a free consultation.

To learn more, see our web page on non-judicial punishment.

Administrative Separation and Administrative Actions

Apart from the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), the military has a broad array of administrative actions that can have significant consequences on your career. Things such as reprimands (so-called “paperwork”), promotion actions, and referral performance reports can shape how far you will go in the military. These actions can even culminate in the military seeking to administratively separate you with a negative service characterization before the end of your service commitment. 

If you find yourself in this situation and want to talk to an experienced military criminal defense lawyer, contact Cronauer Law for a free consultation.

To learn more, see our web page on administrative discharges.

Security Clearance Revocation / Denial

Have you been denied a security clearance? This is one of many collateral actions that may occur during an investigation, or it may be a stand alone process a military member faces. The ramifications are serious because, while not inherently punitive, it can deny a military member of their ability to do meaningful work – which inherently removes their usefulness to the military. Separation is often imminent if the matter is not resolved. 

If you are facing a security clearance revocation or denial, don’t take the matter lightly. Make sure you have someone in your corner that you can trust. Contact Cronauer Law for a free consultation.

USERRA and Veteran Discrimination

Former service members, and those still serving in a reserve capacity, face a very unique situation in the civilian workforce. Your skills may be exceptional, and your work ethic above reproach, but your civilian employer may not fully understand your military experience or appreciate the dedication it takes to continue to serve. 

If you feel you have been discriminated against based on veteran status, or if you feel your employer has punished you in any way for serving our country in the reserves, contact Cronauer Law for a free consultation.

Military Wrongful Death and Contractor Claims

The military is a dangerous line of work. Even common training activities have the potential to be dangerous and, sadly, even deadly. 

Military members (and their surviving family members) are usually limited in the types of claims they can bring against the military. However, that does not mean obtaining justice is impossible. Third parties and contractors can be held accountable for tragedies when their wrongdoing led to the harm. And if a military member’s loved one is injured, they may have a potential cause of action.

Cronauer Law is not afraid to take on cases with long odds against powerful opponents. If you are the loved one of a military member who has tragically passed away, or if you yourself were harmed, contact Cronauer Law for a free consultation.

To learn more about these types of claims, visit our web page on military wrongful death and contractor claims.