Germany Military Defense Lawyers – Court Martial Attorneys

Elite UCMJ & Court-Martial Defense for U.S. Service Members Throughout Germany

Germany hosts the largest concentration of U.S. military personnel outside the United States. With major installations such as Ramstein Air Base, Grafenwöhr, Vilseck, Stuttgart, Wiesbaden, Kaiserslautern, Baumholder, Spangdahlem, Ansbach, Landstuhl, and Patch/Kelley Barracks, U.S. forces support critical missions for NATO, EUCOM, AFRICOM, and global readiness.

Because of the political sensitivity of U.S. operations in Germany, service members face some of the toughest investigative conditions anywhere in the world. Even small allegations can escalate quickly due to host-nation expectations, strained diplomatic dynamics, media scrutiny, and command pressure. If you face a UCMJ investigation or court-martial in Germany, you need experienced civilian military defense lawyers who understand the overseas environment and know how to dismantle weak government cases.

Gonzalez & Waddington, Attorneys at Law is one of the world’s leading military defense firms. For more than two decades, we have successfully represented U.S. service members stationed across Germany and Europe in the most complex, high-stakes UCMJ cases.

Why UCMJ Allegations in Germany Are Extremely Serious

Germany is the largest and most strategically important overseas theater for U.S. military operations. As a result, commands react aggressively to protect international relationships and maintain discipline. Allegations that would be minor in the U.S. often trigger major actions in Germany.

• German police may investigate off-base incidents under SOFA agreements
• Commands often impose restrictions immediately — before evidence is verified
• CID, OSI, NCIS, and Security Forces frequently assume guilt early
• Security clearances are suspended rapidly, often within hours
• Rumors travel fast in small Germany-based communities
• Administrative actions move quickly to “protect the mission”

Fairness is not guaranteed — your defense must be strong, immediate, and strategic.

Common UCMJ Charges in Germany

We defend service members across Germany against all UCMJ charges, from minor allegations to felony-level cases. Many incidents arise from barracks life, nightlife, cultural misunderstandings, and high-stress training environments.

• Article 120 – Sexual assault, rape, aggravated sexual contact
• Article 128b – Domestic violence and partner disputes
• Article 112a – Drug use, possession, distribution
• Article 92 – Orders violations, fraternization, conduct issues
• Article 134 – Adultery, online misconduct, indecent behavior
• Article 121 – Larceny, financial fraud, BAH/OHA misrepresentation
• Article 107 – False official statements
• Off-Base Incidents – Altercations, bar disputes, traffic incidents involving German civilians

Administrative Actions in Germany

Administrative actions in Germany often move quicker and hit harder than in the U.S. Commands use these measures to avoid controversy and minimize diplomatic friction.

• Administrative Separation Boards – Used aggressively even with little evidence
• Officer BOIs – Common in sensitive billets, intel, aviation, or command roles
• GOMORs & Reprimands – Issued quickly to “document” allegations
• Security Clearance Suspensions – Often immediate and career-killing
• Command-Directed Investigations – AR 15-6, IG, EO/SHARP, JAGMAN inquiries

Defense Strategies We Use Across Germany

Our strategies are built on decades of overseas military justice experience and a deep understanding of German law enforcement, SOFA regulations, and multinational command dynamics.

• Expose inconsistencies and contradictions in witness statements
• Challenge flawed OSI/CID/NCIS investigative assumptions
• Use digital forensics to recover deleted data, timestamps, and metadata
• Highlight cultural misunderstandings with German civilians
• Reveal command bias or political motivation affecting the case
• Use expert witnesses in psychology, digital forensics, or toxicology
• Develop narrative-driven defenses that resonate with military panels

Why Service Members Across Germany Choose Gonzalez & Waddington

We are one of the most experienced and respected military defense firms in the world. Service members across Germany trust us because we know how to win the toughest cases in the hardest overseas environments.

• 20+ years of global UCMJ defense success
• Former Army JAG with extensive overseas and NATO experience
• Authors of leading books on trial strategy and cross-examination
• Recognized for aggressive and precise courtroom advocacy
• Proven record of victories at Ramstein, Wiesbaden, Stuttgart, Grafenwöhr, Vilseck, Ansbach, and more

Contact Our Germany Military Defense Lawyers & Court Martial Attorneys

If you are stationed anywhere in Germany and facing allegations, act immediately. Commands and investigators are already building their case. You need a powerful civilian defense team with global experience and a long history of winning overseas UCMJ cases.

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