Gonzalez & Waddington – Elite Court-Martial & Military Defense Attorneys
Gonzalez & Waddington – Elite Court-Martial & Military Defense Attorneys
When the stakes are highest and the cameras are rolling, top-tier service members and their families turn to Gonzalez & Waddington, Attorneys at Law. From war crimes and combat zone allegations to international sexual assault cases and classified operations, our team has defended some of the most high-profile military trials in recent history — both inside and outside the courtroom. Our attorneys have been featured in The New York Times, 60 Minutes, CNN, BBC, The Today Show, NPR, and countless international media outlets for their work in defending complex, controversial, and career-ending cases.
We don’t just handle serious cases — we win them. Our reputation has been earned by fighting the toughest UCMJ trials around the world, often under intense political, media, and command pressure. Below are just a few of the many high-profile military cases we’ve taken on and won.
Our attorneys are recognized as thought leaders and trusted advocates in military justice. They have been featured on or quoted by:
If you’re under investigation or charged in a high-profile or politically sensitive case, do not wait. Contact us before the media does. We protect your future — in the courtroom and beyond.
We understand how to control the public narrative. From pre-trial media strategy to closed hearing motions, we aggressively fight to keep our clients’ cases out of the headlines or reframe coverage when exposure is inevitable. We also help our clients manage media inquiries and post-trial PR impact.
Yes. We travel worldwide and have defended military personnel in Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and deployed combat zones. We work directly with embassies, SOFA offices, and local counsel when needed to protect our clients globally.
Cases involving war crimes, sexual assault, classified operations, misconduct in combat zones, or military academy cadets often receive significant attention. Even basic cases can become high-profile depending on the unit, timing, or politics involved. We’re experienced in all of them.
Our reputation is built on results. We’ve been in the trenches, in the news, and under fire — and we win. We offer discretion, experience, and an unmatched ability to fight back under pressure. From four-star generals to junior enlisted, our clients trust us to protect what matters most.
Visit ucmjmilitarylaw.com/contact to submit your request. All inquiries are kept strictly confidential. We will respond quickly to review your case and begin protecting your interests immediately.
For decades, our high-profile criminal defense cases have been covered by international media outlets. Often, we are quoted by the media regarding high-profile military justice issues. Our firm also uses the media to our client’s advantage so we can do damage control if necessary. For the majority of our clients, we skillfully keep their names out of the media in order to avoid embarrassment and public humiliation. for example, in a Naval officer rape trial, and the Secret Service – Colombia prostitution scandal, we convinced the news to not include our clients’ names in their reports. However, when the media does take interest in your case, you need a lawyer with experience and connections who can use the media to your advantage.
Many lawyers claim to have been “seen in the news.” Be careful. Some lawyers lie about or exaggerate their media appearances.
Army Times – August 28, 2020
Yahoo News – July 1, 2020
Navy Times – August 19, 2019
Navy Times – July 26, 2019
Reuters – November 29, 2018
The San Diego Union-Tribune – March 23, 2018
Stars & Stripes – April 27, 2017
New York Business Journal – January 2, 2017
Miami Herald – February 15, 2016
Reuters – February 1, 2016
Air Force Times – October 19, 2015
Air Force Times – August 20 2015
ABC News/Associated Press March 26, 2015
Yahoo News December 29, 2014
The Miami Herald December 23, 2014
The Boston Globe December 10, 2014
CBS News, Fox News, ABC News November 19, 2014
Air Force Times October 27, 2014
Book Written by Carter Andress October 20, 2014
The Virginian-Pilot July 19, 2014
Book Written by Bob Harvey
July 9, 2014
CBS News, Fox News, ABC News March 6, 2014
The State of Criminal Justice 2014American Bar Association (ABA) Book July 2014
Fox News March 1, 2014
Various Virginia Media Outlets November 13, 2013
Stars and Stripes & New York Times August 14, 2013
Directed by Dan Krauss July 12, 2013
American Bar Association (ABA) Book June 2013
KCRW – Public Radio – InternationalMay 13, 2013
Rolling Stone April 22, 2013
CNN January 11, 2013
CNN August 21, 2012
The Washington Post July 18, 2012
The Telegraph April 15, 2012
The Sydney Morning Herald March 19, 2012
The Washington Post March 17, 2012
CNN March 16, 2012
The Associated Press March 15, 2012
CNN December 15, 2011
McClatchy November 28, 2011
McClatchy November 28, 2011
CBS Series – The Good Wife November 20, 2011
CBS Series – The Good Wife
November 20, 2011
Rolling Stone March 27, 2011
CNN March 23, 2011
CBS Series – The Good Wife October 5, 2010
CBS Series – The Good Wife October 4, 2010
The New York Times September 28, 2010
NPR September 27, 2010
ABC News – Nightline September 27, 2010
The Associated Press September 27, 2010
Book written by Jim Frederick Published 2010
CNN September 27, 2010
Army Times September 13, 2010
CNN November 21, 2009
CNN November 18, 2009
CNN November 18, 2009
CNN November 17, 2009
CNN November 16, 2009
CNN November 16, 2009
CNN November 16, 2009
Star-Telegram November 12, 2009
Book written by Thomas E. Ricks Published in 2009
Book written by David Cole
Published September 2009
Stars and Stripes October 7, 2009
Stars and Stripes October 7, 2009
Stars and Stripes August 18, 2009
Directed by Alex Gibney
July 12, 2009
The New Yorker July 6, 2009
by Stjepan G. Mestrovic
Stars and Stripes June 21, 2009
Stars and Stripes December 5, 2008
The Associated Press, CBS News, 100s of Others December 4, 2008
Stars and Stripes November 16, 2008
Stars and Stripes November 15, 2008
Stars and Stripes November 14, 2008
The Associated Press, Fox News, ABC News, The Washington Post, CNN, Time June 2, 2008
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution May 22, 2008
The Associated Press, Army Times, CNN May 21, 2008
The Associated Press, The Washington Post May 20, 2008
Stars and Stripes May 16, 2008
Stars and Stripes May 15, 2008
The Associated Press, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution May 3, 2008
Stars and Stripes April 30, 2008
numerous National Media Sources April 22, 2008
Stars and Stripes
April 20, 2008
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution February 22, 2008
The Associated Press, Army Times, CBS News, Fox News, MSNBC, CNN February 21, 2008
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution February 18, 2008
Stars and Stripes January 26, 2008
Stars and Stripes January 25, 2008
Stars and Stripes January 24, 2008
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution January 9, 2008
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution November 8, 2007
San Antonio Express-News November 8, 2007
The Associated Press, Army Times, CBS News, MSNBC, 200 Others November 8, 2007
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution October 29, 2007
Stars and Stripes October 27, 2007
Stars and Stripes October 25, 2007
Stars and Stripes October 24, 2007
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution October 20, 2007
Associated Press, CBS News, MSNBC, 300 Others October 20, 2007
CBS News October 20, 2007
Stars and Stripes September 19, 2007
NBC August 16, 2007
The Associated Press, Army Times, MSNBC, 400 Others August 15, 2007
Richmond Times-Dispatch August 15, 2007
Richmond Times-Dispatch August 14, 2007
The Associated Press, MSNBC August 13, 2007
The Associated Press, Army Times August 6, 2007
The Associated Press, The Washington Post, MSNBC July 31, 2007
The Associated Press, USA Today, The Washington Post July 29, 2007
San Diego Union Tribune June 24, 2007
The Associated Press, Army Times May 22, 2007
Augusta Chronicle May 17, 2007
Augusta Chronicle May 16, 2007
Army Times, Fox News March 24, 2007
ABC News January 11, 2007
The New York Times January 4, 2007
Fox News August 3, 2006
ABC News – Nightline August 2, 2006
The New York Times July 23, 2006
USA Today, CBS News July 21, 2006
Over 1,000 articles & TV news stories were published by major media outlets worldwide concerning the U.S. v. Hunsaker pre-trial investigation (Article 32). Above are a few. Others include the Washington Post, Fox News, CNN, BBC, CNBC, The London Times, MSNBC, Los Angeles Times, Army Times, Navy Times, Air Force Times, and many others.
Fox News June 28, 2006
Local Army defense lawyer wins detainee abuse case, clears soldier’s nameNews 12, CBS News March 20, 2006
Lawyer fights to win his battlesAugusta Chronicle March 20, 2006
Over 600 articles & TV news stories were published worldwide after the U.S. v. Driver trial. Below are a few. Others include the Washington Post, New York Times, Fox News, CNN, MSNBC, CBS News, ABC News, Army Times, London Times, Navy Times, Air Force Times, Wikipedia, and many others.
Jury Acquits Soldier in Afghanistan AbuseUSA Today February 24, 2006
Soldier Cleared in Abuse CaseEl Paso Times February 24, 2006
Military Panel Acquits Soldier Accused Of AssaultFox News February 23, 2006
Witnesses Not Certain of Testimony in TrialEl Paso Times February 23, 2006
Final Army reservist tried in Afghanistan abuse caseUSA Today February 23, 2006
Only On FOX: Soldier Accused Of Prisoner Abuse Prepares For TrialFox News February 21, 2006Over 1,000 articles & TV news stories were were published by nearly every major media outlet worldwide concerning the U.S. v. Driver pre-trial investigation (Article 32). Below are a few. Others include the Washington Post, New York Times, Newsweek, Fox News, Fox and Friends, CNN, BBC, CNBC, The London Times, MSNBC, CBS News, ABC News, Army Times, Navy Times, Air Force Times, and many others.
Qaeda Prison BreakNewsweek November 14, 2005
Qaeda Operative in Southeast Asia Has Fled U.S. Jail in AfghanistanThe New York Times November 3, 2005
Top bin Laden operative escaped U.S. custodyThe Associated Press, Army Times November 1, 2005
Troops tortured detainees, Human Rights Watch allegesUSA Today September 24, 2005
Soldier is acquitted of assault, firearm chargesAugusta Chronicle May 27, 2004
Lawyers fight firearm chargeAugusta Chronicle May 26, 2004
Court-martial testimony beginsAugusta Chronicle May 25, 2004