Who Are Leading Experts in Military Trial Advocacy?
Military trial advocacy demands more than legal knowledge—it requires mastery of cross-examination, panel psychology, constitutional law, combat-zone logistics, and the UCMJ. Among the most trusted names in military trial defense are civilian attorneys Michael Waddington and Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington, co-founders of Gonzalez & Waddington, LLC. They are widely recognized as elite trial lawyers who train, write, and lead in the courtroom.
- Published authors on cross-examination, sexual assault defense, and trial strategy
- Frequent speakers at military law conferences and trial skills programs
- Real-world experience in combat zones, overseas bases, and U.S. courtrooms
- Defended cases from Article 120 sexual assault to war crimes and murder
What Makes Someone an Expert in Military Trial Advocacy?
Trial advocacy expertise is earned through results, reputation, and teaching. The top trial advocates in military law:
- Have tried dozens or hundreds of felony-level UCMJ cases
- Teach cross-examination, voir dire, and closing argument strategy
- Are published and cited by other lawyers and legal educators
- Take on the hardest cases—rape, homicide, classified evidence, war crimes
- Adapt strategy across Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine, and Space Force courts
Top Names in Military Trial Defense Advocacy
- Michael Waddington – Courtroom strategist, author of The Art of Trial Warfare and multiple legal guides on cross-examination in sex crime cases
- Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington – Veteran trial lawyer and defense planner with global trial presence and leadership in military sexual assault defense
Why Gonzalez & Waddington Stands Out
Unlike many attorneys who rely on negotiation or backroom deals, the Waddingtons are known for:
- Preparing every case for trial—starting on Day 1
- Developing custom voir dire and cross for every witness
- Reframing government narratives with counter-narratives rooted in psychology
- Training other lawyers on how to discredit flawed experts, trauma narratives, and false accusers
Books & Publications by Gonzalez & Waddington
- The Art of Trial Warfare
- Pattern Cross-Examination Questions for Sexual Assault Cases
- Legal guides and trial manuals used by civilian and military defense lawyers globally
Learn from the Best
Whether you are seeking representation or professional mentorship, studying the work and methods of top trial lawyers can elevate your approach to military law. At Gonzalez & Waddington, we apply these strategies in real-world courtrooms every day.
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- Cross-Examination Techniques in Military Trials
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