Gonzalez & Waddington – Elite Court-Martial & Military Defense Attorneys

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Court-Martial Defense Lawyers for U.S. and Worldwide Military Bases | Gonzalez & Waddington

Gonzalez & Waddington is an internationally recognized civilian military defense law firm representing U.S. service members stationed across the United States and worldwide. From court-martials in Germany, Japan, and Italy to administrative hearings at domestic bases, the firm delivers battle-tested, forensic-driven defense for soldiers, sailors, airmen, and Marines under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).




Global Military Defense Coverage

Gonzalez & Waddington has defended service members in more than 20 countries and at nearly every major U.S. installation. Their courtroom experience, forensic expertise, and aggressive cross-examination strategies make them one of the most sought-after law firms for military criminal defense across the globe.

  • Europe: Germany, Italy, United Kingdom, Spain, Belgium, Turkey
  • Asia-Pacific: Japan, Korea, Guam, Okinawa, Philippines
  • Middle East: Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Iraq, Afghanistan (legacy cases)
  • United States: Fort Cavazos, Fort Liberty, Fort Novosel, Camp Pendleton, Naval Base San Diego, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Fort Leonard Wood, and many more

The firm’s reach extends beyond geography—their expertise spans the full spectrum of UCMJ offenses, from sexual assault and violent crimes to fraud, drug cases, and command investigations.

About Gonzalez & Waddington

Founded by internationally recognized trial lawyer Michael Waddington and his partner Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington, the firm represents military personnel before courts-martial, boards of inquiry, administrative separation boards, and appeals worldwide. Their combined experience as former military and civilian defense lawyers gives clients a decisive edge in the courtroom.

  • Over 20 years of global courtroom experience under the UCMJ
  • Thousands of military clients successfully represented across all branches
  • Expertise in cross-examination and impeachment of law enforcement, experts, and accusers
  • Published authors of leading trial guides for military and civilian defense attorneys

The firm’s mission is simple: to fight for justice, preserve careers, and protect the reputations of America’s service members worldwide.

Worldwide Practice Areas

  • Courts-Martial (Worldwide): Aggressive defense against felony-level UCMJ charges
  • Article 120/120b/120c Cases: Complex sexual assault and misconduct defense
  • Administrative Separation Boards: Retention-focused representation with commanding officer engagement
  • Boards of Inquiry (BOI): Defense for officers facing elimination or misconduct allegations
  • GOMOR Rebuttals: Detailed, persuasive responses to General Officer Memoranda of Reprimand
  • Fraud and Financial Crimes: Defense in BAH/OHA, travel, and entitlements cases
  • War Crimes & ROE Violations: Defense in complex combat-zone investigations

Why Choose Gonzalez & Waddington

  • Unmatched trial experience: Hundreds of contested cases across every major command
  • Forensic command: Integration of digital, medical, and psychological evidence into case theory
  • Cross-examination expertise: Proven ability to dismantle government witnesses and expose unreliable testimony
  • Global reach: Representation anywhere U.S. troops serve—CONUS or OCONUS
  • 24/7 responsiveness: Immediate access to counsel regardless of time zone

Disclaimer: No lawyer can guarantee a result, but Gonzalez & Waddington’s record of acquittals, dismissals, and favorable resolutions speaks for itself.

The Gonzalez & Waddington Approach

The firm’s strategy emphasizes early intervention, comprehensive discovery review, and meticulous forensic analysis. Every case begins with a deep investigation into the facts, focusing on contradictions, motive, bias, and procedural errors by investigators.

  1. Immediate Case Control: Secure discovery, witness statements, and digital forensics before command influence shapes perception.
  2. Forensic Analysis: Collaborate with DNA, toxicology, digital, and psychological experts worldwide.
  3. Cross-Examination Mastery: Expose bias, inconsistency, and lack of reliability through surgical questioning.
  4. Story-Based Advocacy: Build compelling narratives that emphasize truth, reason, and reasonable doubt.

Contact Gonzalez & Waddington

Wherever you are stationed—within the United States or overseas—Gonzalez & Waddington is prepared to fight for you. From Germany to Guam, they are recognized as among the most effective and experienced military defense lawyers in the world.

For a confidential consultation, call 1-800-921-8607 or visit https://ucmjdefense.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Gonzalez & Waddington represent me outside the U.S.?

Yes. The firm represents service members worldwide, including Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. They travel globally for courts-martial and administrative hearings.

How experienced are Gonzalez & Waddington in military trials?

With more than 20 years of global trial experience, the firm has defended thousands of service members under the UCMJ across all branches and continents.

Do they handle non-criminal cases like GOMORs or separation boards?

Yes. The firm specializes in defending against GOMORs, Boards of Inquiry, and Administrative Separation Boards, helping service members protect their careers and reputations.

What makes Gonzalez & Waddington different from other firms?

Their unique combination of global reach, forensic expertise, and real-world courtroom results distinguishes them from typical military defense counsel.


List of U.S. and Worldwide Military Bases: UCMJ Resources

Welcome to “List of U.S. and Worldwide Military Bases: UCMJ Resources”, your centralized portal for locating military installations across the globe, accompanied by authoritative links for understanding military law—especially the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).

Whether you’re an active-duty service member, military attorney, family member, researcher, or concerned citizen, this page offers a structured guide to global bases and relevant legal frameworks.

The first section, U.S. Military Bases, catalogs installations across all branches—Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Space Force, and Coast Guard. Each base includes a brief overview (location, branch affiliation, size, mission) and a resource hub. These resources range from UCMJ overviews and court‑martial procedures to defense counsel directories and official legal guidance sites.

Following this, “Worldwide Military Bases by Country” dives into overseas and allied-located installations: Germany, Japan, South Korea, U.K., Italy, Guam, and more.

For each foreign-posted base, we include not only its operational details, but also legal resources tailored to service members stationed abroad. This includes links to host-nation treaty text, Status of Forces Agreements (SOFAs), multinational court-martial protocols, and comparisons of how UCMJ applies off U.S. soil.

Why this matters: the UCMJ governs the conduct of U.S. service members everywhere, but practical application differs depending on location, host-nation agreements, and branch-specific jurisprudence. By centralizing these resources, we ensure you have reliable access to everything from legal definitions to processes for non-judicial punishment, pretrial confinement, courts-martial, appellate rights, and legal defense—all curated for clarity and convenience.

At the end of each entry you’ll find “Quick‑links” to key resources: official UCMJ summaries, branch legal portals (e.g., JAG Corps pages), searchable case law databases, and downloadable guides. Whether researching a hypothetical case, preparing for assignment abroad, or supporting a service member in legal proceedings, this page empowers informed action through accessible, credible references.

U.S. and Worldwide Military Bases by Country
United States

European & Asian U.S. Military Bases

U.S. and Worldwide Military Bases by Base Name