Former Army JAG and Senior Defense Counsel 25+ years defending service members Courts-martial defense worldwide
Reviewed by Michael Waddington, Founding Partner Updated October 8, 2026
NCIS investigates Navy and military personnel at Sembawang Naval Base Singapore — a U.S. logistics hub for the 7th Fleet operating under a Memorandum of Understanding with Singapore — and Gonzalez & Waddington defends them in court-martial proceedings, Article 120 sexual assault cases, and felony-level UCMJ actions.
Michael Waddington and Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington are civilian defense lawyers who challenge every charge brought against service members at Sembawang Naval Base Singapore, traveling worldwide to represent clients assigned to COMLOG WESTPAC, Task Force 73, SRF-JRMC Singapore, and related commands. NCIS drives investigations here — conducting interviews, gathering digital evidence, and coordinating with command — often before a service member has spoken with counsel.
Because the U.S. operates at PSA Sembawang Terminal without a Status of Forces Agreement, there is no SOFA protection: Singapore civil law and full UCMJ authority run concurrently, and off-post conduct in the greater Singapore area can draw both civilian police attention and command action across multiple commands simultaneously. Cases commonly involve Article 120 sexual assault, violent misconduct, and felony offenses processed through Article 32 hearings and general court-martial.
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Sembawang Naval Base Singapore court-martial lawyers at Gonzalez & Waddington are civilian court-martial defense attorneys representing service members stationed in Sembawang Naval Base Singapore. The firm focuses exclusively on defending court-martial charges, including felony-level military offenses, and provides worldwide representation for service members facing judicial actions. Their attorneys have experience handling cases across all service branches and understand the procedural demands of complex military trials.
The court-martial environment in Sembawang Naval Base Singapore involves command-driven proceedings where serious allegations are processed through a structured military justice system. Charges commonly litigated at courts-martial include Article 120 sexual assault offenses, violent misconduct, property crimes, and other felony-level violations of the Uniform Code of Military Justice. Courts-martial operate as command-controlled felony proceedings that can escalate quickly, carrying significant consequences for liberty, rank, benefits, and long-term military careers.
Defense strategy in this setting requires early legal involvement before statements are made or charges are preferred, ensuring the service member receives informed guidance from the outset. Effective representation includes preparation for Article 32 hearings, development of motions practice, and careful attention to panel selection and trial litigation. Defense counsel may interact with military investigators such as CID, NCIS, OSI, or CGIS while navigating the investigative and preferral process. Gonzalez & Waddington maintains trial-readiness and is prepared to litigate cases to verdict when necessary.
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Facing a military investigation, UCMJ allegation, or serious criminal charge? Gonzalez & Waddington provides trial-focused defense for high-stakes cases. Call 1-800-921-8607 or text 954-799-4019 for a confidential, no-cost consultation.
