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Our military defense lawyers have successfully represented military members around the world.
- USAG Grafenwoehr, Germany
- USAG Ansbach, Germany
- USAG Baumholder, Germany
- USAG Garmisch, Germany
- USAG Hohenfels, Germany
- USAG Kaiserslautern, Germany
- USAG Stuttgart, Germany
- USAG Vilseck, Germany
- USAG Wiesbaden, Germany
- Landstuhl Regional Medical Center
We defend military cases at the following Air Force Bases in Germany:
- Büchel Air Base, Germany
- NATO Air Base Geilenkirchen, Germany
- Ramstein Air Base, Germany
- Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany
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We defend criminal cases throughout Florida (Military, Federal & State) & Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard cases worldwide.
Gonzalez & Waddington: Premier Military Defense Law Firm in Germany
At Gonzalez & Waddington, we focus on defending military personnel in Germany facing the gravest challenges of their careers. Our firm is your stronghold if you’re stationed at any major USAG location in Germany and are confronting a court-martial, administrative separation, or facing charges under UCMJ Article 120. Our experience particularly lies in handling cases involving false sexual assault allegations, false domestic violence allegations, sex crimes, Internet sex crimes, and computer crimes.
CLIENT REVIEWS
Rated 5 out of 5 stars based on 147 customer reviews.
“I was falsely accused of abusive sexual contact while attending a military service academy. The investigation started the summer before my final year. During this time, I was in a very dark place. Although my commission and graduation were in jeopardy, I did not tell my parents until the holiday break. My parents wanted to look outside the military for a quality defense lawyer. We spoke with New York law firms and some lawyers we found online. We decided to hire Gonzalez and Waddington. A few other reviews mentioned that the Waddington’s were expensive. However, they were much less expensive than the New York lawyers that we talked to. They also had much more experience than the other law firms we interviewed. A few New York lawyers quoted my family over $150,000 for a trial, plus expenses. The Waddington firm cost much less, which surprised us a little. Trust me; they were well worth it. At first, I had faith in the system. Then, I realized the investigators assumed I was guilty when they did not interview many people who were favorable to me. When I heard from my friends that the investigators were trying to get my classmates to change their testimony, I knew they were gunning for me. After we hired them, Mr. Waddington worked closely with me to build a timeline, collect evidence, and assemble a list of witnesses. They gave me “homework,” which kept me active and engaged in my case. When I called, they listened to me and gave me hope. I could tell that they cared about me and my situation. Mr. Waddington explained that I was a key witness, so I documented as many details as possible. He guided me through the process, working together to build my defense. We decided to keep critical information hidden (texts, photos, statements) from the prosecution until the right time. Instead, we captured as much evidence as possible to use later. When the time came, Mr. Waddington used the information we gathered with great skill. He exposed the lies and holes in the prosecutor’s case. Finally, the Waddington’s cleared my name and reputation. Thankfully, I was commissioned and am on my way to a successful career. I owe my life and career to Michael and Alexandra. My family is forever grateful.” (US Army Cadet).
“If you’re looking for attorneys that don’t back down you’ve came to the right place. I was facing 3x sexual assault charges and 3x assault charges if it wasn’t for Mr.Waddington and his wife I’d be in prison. TDS Army attorney wanted me to say I was guilty and telling me I was going to prison. Mr.Waddington went in that court room and took control the prosecution didn’t know what to do. I can’t thank them enough any questions I had were answered. Without a doubt worth every penny. The panel took about 45 min to come out NOT GUILTY.” (US Army E-5).
“First, if you are reading this stop and email the Waddington’s NOW! It will immediately give you a fighting chance. Second not all lawyers on the internet are the same, so be careful, Do your research and don’t settle for a sub par lawyer. My story is from a distinguished senior NCO, that was preparing to return to the USA from Germany, When I was falsely accused of rape and assault of my former step daughter (7 years removed) in violation of 120b & 128. My world immediately stopped and I was LABELED A CHILD Rapist for 21 months even tho I was supposed to be presumed innocent. After a very biased and incomplete CID investigation I found my self standing before a jury. The Waddington’s flew to Germany prepared and ready to fight. Mr. Waddington destroyed the Governments case one element at a time, even making ALL THE WITNESSES, admit they LIED in some form of capacity. The Government even used my CID Interview against me, even tho the whole time (5hrs) I said I didn’t do it. After three long days and the worst case of booty shaking-nerves, the verdict of not guilty of all accounts was announced after a 40 min deliberation. Bet you are wondering how not guilty right. Well the Waddington’s was able to investigate and found out that my former step daughter had become out of control and when she found out I was coming back and that her mother wanted to get back together she said I raped her. Over 21 months the Government did nothing to vindicate me the target was painted and they had their man. The Waddington’s did the due diligence to show I was innocent. So in short what I am trying to say is give yourself a chance no matter what the case maybe. If you think their price is steep imagine loosing everything or spending life behind bars because you went with a subpar lawyer. And for heavens sake SHUT UP, DONT TALK TO ANYONE, because they can and will use everything you say against you, even tho it was you denying it all!!! Thank you Mr. & Mrs Waddington you saved my life from heinous accusations. I’ll forever be grateful.” (US Army E-7).
“Alexandra is an outstanding military defense lawyer and a wonderful person. My case was quite difficult because I had a 23-year career on the line and I was deployed. I felt like my command hung me out to dry. I needed a criminal lawyer that knew the Navy system and had the experience and wisdom to guide me through the landmines I faced. I also needed someone to get the command to back off and give me a fair investigation. I called Alexandra late one evening on a weekend and hired her the next day. She immediately went to bat for me and got me through this with full retirement and dignity intact. Thank you, Alexandra.” (US Navy O-5).
“This man understood that he has a son in the military & would never want this to ever happen to his son. He didn’t talk down to me he talked to me as if I was an equal to him as if he has been through life an understands that this can happen to anyone. I can honestly talk all day of the great person Mr. & Mrs Waddington are so happy A.H. introduced me to you an we got this taken care of I hope the best for you an your family thank you so much for everything.” (US Navy E-4).
“Mr. Waddington knows how to step in and take control. We’ve been communicating on and off about my case for over a year. Sandra and Alex were also amazing and I never felt like I wasn’t first priority. At first we were preparing for a court martial for sexual assault, then that got dropped 2 month after I hired the Waddington’s. No charges were ever preferred, but I was notified several months later that I would be facing a board of inquiry (BOI) for various misconduct. Without any hesitation, I decided to follow through with having Mr. Waddington fight my case at a board because I did not trust that my ADC would provide an adequate defense (I later requested a different ADC). Two days before my board, Micheal showed up looking like he was ready for war! He and my newly appointed ADC prepped intensely and I was very impressed by how well they worked with each other and how much they knew about my case without me having to clarify much. I felt a new sense of confidence going into the board knowing that my team was ready to put on an intense fight. Mr. Waddington’s focus was to tell a story, that was his strategy. That became evident from the opening arguments where I heard him summarize my case to the board like an exciting movie trailer. Anyone who heard his opening would definitely pay to go see the flick, whereas the prosecution/recorders opening statement sounded like a straight to VHS movie in 2019. Throughout the BOI, I could tell that the prosecution stood no chance. Michael is a master at getting the facts out, even when I thought that he should add certain details and questions during his cross examination of witnesses, but I had to hold back and let the man do his thing in excellent form. I was quite entertained whenever he caught my accusers in their lies and whenever he got them to admit things which corroborated my story. The man is an artist, a storyteller, a well seasoned defense attorney, and a well oiled weapon when it comes to defense. He managed to prove my case and 9 out of 11 allegations were thrown out by the board, only leaving me with fraternization and adultery, which is what I admitted to since day one, almost 2 years ago. Look no further when it comes to true professionalism, experience, and aggressive defense! Thanks for helping me with my career and I’m glad that I made the choice to bring you onboard!” (US Air Force O-3).
“I hired Mr. Waddington a few months after finding out I was under investigation for sexual assault. The investigators did a terrible job and were completely bias against me even falsifying information. Near the end of 2019 I was charged with sexual assault, housebreaking and kidnapping without a single piece of evidence. Michael and Alexandra Waddington were the first to see right through the lies that were being told against me by OSI and gave me hope that this wasn’t the end of my life. Michael and Alexandra Waddington did way more than just consult me when we first spoke, they gave me some of the best and most insightful information about situations like this and how often times good people get charged by shady or misled organizations like OSI. My charges were preferred to courts martial and as the months got closer Michael and Alexandra Waddington painstakingly went through everything that OSI had against me and found every single hole in their false story. By the time the court martial came, Michael Waddington was more than ready to go to battle in the courtroom. He immediately saw the truth of the matter that even I didn’t see, and led the way to victory. The jury found me NOT GUILTY of all charges! Not only was Michael Waddington always at the top of his game in the courtroom, but he somehow always managed to keep the air in the courtroom light but very professional. If you are ever in need of an attorney I have no doubt that Michael Waddington and his wife Alexandra are the ones to hire for sure! They are worth every penny. In all honestly I think they are under paid. Thank you again Mr. and Mrs. Waddington!” (US Air Force E-3).
“Michael Waddington was a beacon of hope to myself and those whom I care for during a time when my options appeared limited and the likelihood of a satisfactory resolution seemed nigh or impossible. He was able to defend me from an unjust accusation that involved a mentally unstable woman who claimed that she was sexually assaulted by two individuals that she did not know. The prosecutors put a great amount of effort in accusing me of a crime that I was not guilty of. I was investigated for two years for this false sexual assault allegation in which I was not present at the scene of the crime! I have been in the military for over four years. I haven’t received one single misconduct or counseling . I was at the end stage of a med board and everything was put on hold because they needed someone to pin this crime on. You may think that because you are innocent and truthful that thing will work in your favor , but this is simply not the case. In this system , if you do not have an experienced attorney for a court martial it is very possible that you will end up in jail regardless if you are innocent. The government has endless amounts of resources to make this happen , the military court is unfair!! However, Mr. Waddington made sure that I had a fair shot to tell my story, we worked together with him and his wife Alex. Every local attorney that I told my story advised me that it was not necessary to hire a civilian attorney because they didn’t feel as though the case would be strong enough to make it to trial . However, the case went further than expected , therefore I decided to be proactive and call Alex Waddington, she instantly took an interest in my case. The TDS attorneys did literally nothing for two years! Honestly, I didn’t feel as though I needed someone of such high status for my case , but I am glad I hired him . The plaintiff told over 9 completely different stories on sworn statements and even lied in court, the prosecutors began to lie with her. Mr. Waddington did an amazing job on the stand,, it definitely took me by surprise, I immediately realized why I invested in him . Mr. Waddington exposed the prosecutor, eliminators, and CID on their negligence, unprofessionalism, and deceitfulness . Thanks to Mr.Waddington’s statement, it is rumored that CID will face disciplinary action for not doing a real investigation for this case. This case was an example of an ultimate bully tatic in which they all ganged up on an innocent person of high moral character in an attempt to put me in jail. It hurt me deeply that I swore to serve and protect this country with my life and this is how I am repaid, I was falsely criminalized and dehumanized. Mr. Waddington took on all of them on single-handedly, it was like watching Muhammad Ali in a fight ! Mr. Waddington was very modest yet ironically he exceeded my expectations. Thanks to Mr. Waddington, I was able to get out with an honorable discharge and med board . Mr. Waddington convinced everybody that I was innocent. Even the MP’s said to me “I knew you didn’t commit that crime, I knew you were innocent .” I am eternally grateful for Mr. Waddington’s service and I hereby recommend Mr. Michael Waddington without reservation. If you believe you are innocent please call Mr. Waddington , his fees are not cheap but it is worth the investment. I am a single father of a daughter with no support system, If I can make it happen I know you can.” (US Army E-6).
“I first retained the Waddington’s back in 2018, when I filed for divorce after I caught my wife cheating on me. In retaliation, she falsely accused me of sexually assaulting her throughout our marriage and domestic violence. OSI did no investigation. None, other than to take my wife’s statement. They took her word as gold and dragged the investigation out over a year. I don’t know what took so long. My command turned on me instantly and sided with my ex-wife. They removed me from my job and assigned me to a menial job. They destroyed my 12-year career in the blink of an eye. At first, I was in shock. How could the Air Force turn on me after so many years? Then, I became bitter and depressed as the months wore on. A few months into the investigation, I hired Michael and Alexandra and instantly felt like a weight was lifted from my shoulders. Alexandra was my rock. I mainly dealt with her during the investigation. She gave me hope. By the time I was charged, I was ready to fight. I had gathered a lot of evidence to use in court during the investigation. When I got the preferred charges, I was glad to get it over with. By this point, my ex had dragged out our divorce for a year. She was using the false allegations against me in family court as leverage. Her corrupt Air Force victim’s lawyer and her divorce lawyer kept delaying the divorce, hoping to get a conviction so that she could take the kids, the house and get three years of victim compensation benefits. As we got ready for court, the Waddington’s and my ADC worked together seamlessly. By the time Michael flew in for trial, we were prepared for battle. In the court martial, it was no contest. The Air Force JAGs were no match for Michael, and they literally looked like fools as Michael ripped their witnesses apart. It was kind of entertaining. My ex-wife was a puppet in his hands. I thought the OSI agent was going to start crying on the witness stand when Michael exposed his incompetent investigation and bias. At the beginning of his cross examination, Michael asked him if “his investigation was thorough and complete.” The OSI agent said “yes.” Then, Michael exposed him for not following his own training and the OSI instruction. In the end, after exposing his biased investigation, all of the evidence he did not collect, the people he did not interview, , Michael asked him again, “so you still think your investigation was thorough and complete?” The agent’s face turned bright red, and he said “yes.” The jury rolled their eyes. During the trial, I was nervous, but I was also enjoying every moment of it. The jury found me NOT GUILTY, and I was a free man. Yes, I had to rebuild my life and reputation, but that is better than sitting in jail for a crime you did not commit. I am grateful that I hired Alexandra and Michael when I did and cannot recommend them enough.” (US Air Force O-3).
“He knows what service members go through with the rigged military justice system. Don’t look any where when you find yourself being falsely accused of sexual assault. The prosecutors fear him because he does not back down. He knows all the tricks and lies they use to convict innocent service members. He will fight for you the same way he fought for me. Today am home with my family working a nice job because of him. Don’t talk to investigators please call the Waddington’s before you open your mouth. Thank you Michael and Alex. May God bless y’all. Keep on fighting for the innocent.” (US Navy E-6).
USAG Grafenwoehr, Germany
For military personnel at USAG Grafenwoehr facing legal hurdles, Gonzalez & Waddington offers unparalleled legal defense. Our Military Defense Lawyers in Grafenwoehr are well-versed in your unique challenges and are dedicated to safeguarding your rights and career.
USAG Ansbach, Germany
Serving in USAG Ansbach and entangled in legal issues? Rely on Military Defense Lawyers in Ansbach from Gonzalez & Waddington for legal guidance and robust defense strategies tailored to your situation.
USAG Baumholder, Germany
At USAG Baumholder, facing legal accusations can be daunting. Our Military Defense Lawyers in Baumholder understand the intricacies of military law and are committed to defending your rights with the utmost professionalism.
USAG Garmisch, Germany
In the picturesque setting of USAG Garmisch, legal troubles can seem overwhelming. Our Military Defense Lawyers in Garmisch are here to navigate you through the complexities of military law, ensuring a robust defense.
USAG Hohenfels, Germany
Facing legal challenges at USAG Hohenfels? The Military Defense Lawyers in Hohenfels at Gonzalez & Waddington are equipped with the skill and experience to protect your rights and career.
USAG Kaiserslautern, Germany
At USAG Kaiserslautern, legal issues can disrupt your military career. Our Military Defense Lawyers in Kaiserslautern are committed to providing you with a defense that understands the stakes and fights for your future.
USAG Stuttgart, Germany
If you’re stationed at USAG Stuttgart and face legal challenges, trust in the experience of Military Defense Lawyers in Stuttgart from Gonzalez & Waddington to provide a formidable defense.
USAG Vilseck, Germany
Legal issues at USAG Vilseck demand a robust defense. Our firm’s Military Defense Lawyers in Vilseck are dedicated to defending your rights with strategic and experienced legal representation.
USAG Wiesbaden, Germany
For those at USAG Wiesbaden facing military legal challenges, our Military Defense Lawyers in Wiesbaden offer comprehensive legal support and a commitment to securing the best possible outcome for your case.
Landstuhl Regional Medical Center
Our Military Defense Lawyers at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center focus on providing legal defense to military medical personnel. We understand the unique aspects of your service and are here to defend your rights and career.
At Gonzalez & Waddington, we stand ready to defend you against the most serious allegations. We understand the complexities of military law and the high stakes involved in court-martials, administrative separations, and UCMJ Article 120 court-martials. Our focus on cases involving false sexual assault allegations, false domestic violence allegations, sex crimes, Internet sex crimes, and computer crimes ensures that we are uniquely equipped to handle the most sensitive and challenging cases. Your career, reputation, and freedom are our top priorities.
With Gonzalez & Waddington, you are not just getting a lawyer; you’re gaining a team of seasoned military defense attorneys who understand your legal and personal challenges. Our commitment to our clients is unwavering, and our track record speaks for itself. We’ve successfully defended military personnel from all branches and are ready to defend you with the same rigor and dedication.
Don’t let legal challenges in the military define your future. Contact Gonzalez & Waddington today for a consultation, and take the first step towards safeguarding your career and your rights. Our team is ready to stand with you, providing legal defense at every USAG location in Germany.
Act Now for Your Defense
Time is critical in legal matters. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can begin crafting your defense. If you’re stationed in Germany and facing military legal challenges, don’t hesitate. Reach out to Gonzalez & Waddington now, and let us fight for you.
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The experienced military defense attorneys at Gonzalez & Waddington have developed a reputation for defending service members worldwide at Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Navy, and Coast Guard installations. If you are stationed in Germany and are under investigation for a military crime, then hiring the most aggressive criminal defense attorney can be the difference between getting convicted versus winning your case or redeeming your career. Our criminal defense attorneys defend German military service members in both UCMJ and administrative matters, including representing military personnel suspected of sexual assault, murder, and other crimes under military law.
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Our criminal defense attorneys defend false accusations of rape, child abuse, and sexual assault under Articles 120 UCMJ, 120b UCMJ, and 120c UCMJ.
Unlike most civilian court-martial attorneys or your free military counsel, pleading guilty is not something we do often. Our firm makes the military to prove their case. We take just about every criminal case to trial and fight the allegations before a jury.
Our military court martial victories speak for themselves. The accused military service member and his or her desired outcome is our principal concern. Our court martial lawyers maintain smaller caseloads than the typically assigned military lawyer so that we can focus on each case separately. Your case will not be outsourced to a third party, and we will not intimidate you into pleading guilty at the last minute. Our criminal defense attorneys have fought military court-martial and administrative separation (ADSEP) cases in the United States and worldwide.
Germany Court Martial Attorneys
Our aggressive Germany court-martial defense lawyers will use our skills to defend your court-martial or administrative separation case in Germany.
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Service members working in Germany deserve the best military defense attorneys available to defend them at their court-martial or administrative separation (ADSEP) hearing.
If you or a loved one are stationed in Germany and are accused of a military crime such as sexual assault or if you are confronted with an administrative separation, Article 15, elimination board, reprimand, then contact our court martial lawyers right away.
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Germany
The Federal Parliamentary Republic of Germany is located in western-central Europe. With a largely temperate seasonal climate, this country is considered to be the favorite destination for migrants in the world.
The capital of Germany is Berlin which also happens to be the largest city of Germany. Germany is the most populated country in the European Union, with 81 million people.
It is also the world’s second most popular migration destination, after the United States. Germany is the world’s fourth-largest economy in the 21st century by nominal GDP. Apart from import and export, Germany also has a unique healthcare system and a well-integrated higher education network.
Since it is a highly developed country, the standard of living is also very high. In 1993, it was also the founding member of the European Union. It is also a member of NATO, the United Nations, the G8, the G20 and the OECD.
Military Details
Discussed below are some of the important US military bases in Germany:
One interesting point to note about the military bases in Germany is that, since 2001, women have been serving as part of the armed forces without any restriction, but they do not have to undergo conscription.
NATO Base Gellenkirchen: One of the main NATO bases spread around Europe is NATO Base Gellenkirchen, which is of major importance as it is an E 3A component that belongs to the NATO control force. The installation occupies an area of 1,500 acres and is commonly known to the natives as Flugplatz Teveren. This German base has a total employee concentration of more than 3,000 people, as it is the most important single employer in the region.
Ramstein Air Base: Located in the German Rhineland, it is NATO’s central base for units and training and the headquarters for the United States Air Force operation in Europe. They also provide 11,000 properties for rent in the surrounding areas. It is often called “Little America” due to the 50,000 US personnel residing there.
Spangdahlem Air Base: It is a United States Air Force installation that is almost fifty years old and is the home to the 52nd Fighter Wing, which in turn is supported by many subordinate groups specializing in maintenance, operations, medical, logistics, and personnel support. It is situated close to Trier, the oldest city of Germany.
Landstuhl Medical Centre: This is one of the many European bases operated by the United States. As the name suggests, this is situated close to Landstuhl in Germany. Generally, it deals with the troops serving in Afghanistan and Iraq and operates under the German government’s laws and regulations. It helps both wounded military men who are returning from the Middle East and the military troops from Germany.
USAG Ansbach: This is a German co-base run by the United States in north Bavaria, Germany. Despite being only a few hours away from the Alps, it is on a plain field 40 km from Nuernberg. The General motto of this base is to be a part of the fight. It is always ready to step in in case of persistent fights of major importance.
USAG Baumholder: This is currently the base holding the largest number of US forces outside the USA, with more than 13,000 personnel. This base is part of a wide web of US bases located in the central and southern parts of Germany. This base is located in Baumholder, which lies on the western side. The base is also nicknamed “The Rock” or the home of the champions.
USAG Darmstadt: This base is located in the southwest part of Germany in the Hessa province. It is a part of a large city, which is also the administrative capital. It has always operated in the shadows of USAG Heidelberg, a larger and more important facility only 45 km away. Although the base has been inactive since 2008 and all the operations transferred to USAG Heidelberg, there are still more than 9,000 citizens around, 3,500 of them being military troops and the rest family members and retired veterans.