Heather Tenney, Esq. is a Partner in Tully Rinckey PLLC’s military law practice group, where her experience as a litigation and advocacy attorney with the U.S. Army add to the number of qualified attorneys within the firm’s practice. Heather brought her skills as an advocate and negotiator to Tully Rinckey after honorably serving with the US Army’s JAG Corps, and the results speak for themselves. At the firm, she focuses on military law; federal employment, EEO and discrimination litigation; and national security clearance representation. Heather’s representation in national security and security clearance cases range from high-level military officers to covert operation officers of the CIA, NRO, FBI, DIA and a range of other intelligence agencies.
Heather possesses years of experience representing officers and enlisted service members in complex legal matters, including courts-martial, adverse command actions against troops such as administrative separations, Article 15 matters, and other forms of non-judicial punishment. Additionally, Heather protects service members from discrimination by asserting their rights under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). As a Veteran, Heather is uniquely positioned to advise veterans in achieving optimal outcomes on claims and appeals for benefits that they have earned from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. She assists veterans in upgrading their discharges to honorable and helps ROTC cadets avoid losing their scholarships. Her knowledge of the federal government and the military allows her to also provide skilled representation in security clearance litigation, congressional investigations, whistleblower retaliation and federal employment matters. Heather represents federal and private sector employees in investigations and cases in front of the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Office of Special Counsel (OSC).
Prior to joining Tully Rinckey PLLC, Heather was an attorney and advisor with the U.S. Army Claims Service. There she supervised, investigated and determined the appropriate course of action for tort claims including medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and property damage alleged against the U.S. Army under to the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA), the Military Claims Act (MCA) and the Foreign Claims Act (FCA). Heather has insight that few attorneys possess regarding the way the military handles torts claims, which she uses to assist clients with their actions against the U.S. Government for damages. Additionally, a majority of Heather’s experience consists of military justice.
Heather served as both a senior and trial defense counsel with the U.S. Army Trial Defense Service in Korea and at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. While with Trial Defense Service, she provided criminal and administrative legal services to a community of over 50,000 service members. She represented and advised soldiers at all phases of trial and administrative hearings. Heather began her career as a prosecutor and legal aid attorney in the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate in Fort Benning, Georgia.
Heather obtained her juris doctorate from Albany Law School of Union University, where she graduated magna cum laude and was managing editor of the Albany Law Environmental Outlook Journal. She went on to receive her master of laws degree from Temple University’s Beasley School of Law in Trial Advocacy, where she graduated with honors. Heather also attended the University of Virginia, where she earned her bachelor’s degree with distinction.
Heather is a native New Yorker, who was born in Manhattan, but raised in Essex County, New York. When she is not providing her clients with exemplary legal service, she enjoys spending time with her french bulldogs, attending live music and theater productions, reading, and watching true crime documentaries.
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Tully Rinckey, PLLC
441 New Karner Rd
Albany, NY, 12205-3884
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NY | Currently registered | 2007 | 06/28/2022 |
Legal answers | 69 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Employee of the Month | Tully Rinckey PLLC | 2020 |
Employee of the Month | Tully Rinckey PLLC | 2017 |
Meritorious Service Medal | United States Army | 2016 |
Excellence in Federal Career | Federal Executive Board of Baltimore | 2016 |
Army Commendation Medal | United States Army | 2013 |
Army Commendation Medal | United States Army | 2012 |
Army Commendation Medal | United States Army | 2010 |
Army Commendation Medal | United States Army | 2008 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner, Military and National Security Law | Tully Rinckey, PLLC | 2016 - Present |
Tort Claims Attorney | U.S. Army | 2013 - 2016 |
Senior Defense Counsel | U.S. Army | 2012 - 2013 |
Trial Defense Attorney | U.S. Army | 2010 - 2012 |
Prosecuting Attorney | U.S. Army | 2008 - 2010 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Capital District Women's Bar Association | 2017 - Present | |
New York State Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2017 - Present |
Judge Advocates Association | 2013 - Present | |
New York State Bar Association | 2007 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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FEDweek.com | How to Prevent a ROTC disenrollment | 2021 |
Military.com | How to Prevent a ROTC disenrollment | 2021 |
Tully Rinckey Military and National Security Newsletter | Military Personnel Beware: A Domestic violence conviction could derail your career | 2018 |
Albany Business Review | People on the Move | 2016 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law | LL.M - Master of Laws Honor Graduate | 2015 |
Judge Advocate General's School, U.S. Army | Certification- | 2007 |
Albany Law School | JD - Juris Doctor Magna Cum Laude | 2006 |
University of Virginia | BA - Bachelor of Arts With Distinction | 2002 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Military Practice Group Meeting | Feres doctrine and FTCA | 2019 |
Veterans Law Day | Veterans Legal Matters | 2018 |
Temple LLM On boarding week | Trial Advocacy | 2016 |
Case name | Outcome |
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In re Kuenzle | Client able to separate without recoupment of $200,000+ |
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Marc Napolitana, Unknown Attorney on Apr 7, 2020
Relationship: Co-worker
Heather is an excellent attorney devoted to ensuring clients receive the best advice possible. My strongest endorsement.
Greg Rinckey, Military law Attorney on Mar 17, 2020
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I endorse Heather. Heather is one of the most zealous advocates I have supervised. She is agressive in her representation while also showing her compasion for her clients through difficult times. I highly recommend retaining Heather for your military or federal employment matter.
Michael Macomber, Military law Attorney on Mar 17, 2020
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
When I first started working with Heather, she was my go-to source of military related questions. Her substantive knowledge was unmatched by any attorney I've met. Over the last several years I've worked with her in Labor and Employment law and I was amazed at the speed in which she learned a complicated area of law. Not only is she one of the most knowledgeable attorneys I've met, but her zealous representation of her clients is unmatched. I would strongly recommend Heather to anyone looking for an attorney to zealously advocate for what is right.
Daniel Meyer, Military law Attorney on Mar 16, 2020
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Exceptional counselor; thoughtful in her approved and dead-on in her assessments.
Ryan Nerney, Military law Attorney on Mar 11, 2020
Relationship: Co-worker
Heather is an excellent attorney with a phenomenal grasp of military and security clearance law. Her experience and determination have resulted in excellent results for her clients. I thoroughly endorse her.
Allison Weber, Military law Attorney on Feb 21, 2020
Relationship: Co-worker
Heather is an expert in the field of military law. She has represented clients in nearly every aspect of military law, spending countless hours protecting the rights of Service Members and Veterans. She is hardworking and diligent, and she unequivocally has my endorsement.
Raymond Caso, Employment and labor Attorney on Sep 28, 2018
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
I. Charles McCullough,, Employment and labor Attorney on Jan 3, 2018
Relationship: Co-worker
Heather is an outstanding lawyer with a wealth of knowledge and experience in employment and national security matters. She genuinely cares about her cients, and I strongly endorse her.
Kathryn Donnelly, Military law Attorney on Nov 3, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Heather can quickly assess a case and move forward aggressively. She has consistently excellent results, even in the most challenging cases.
David Fallon, Military law Attorney on Oct 5, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
Heather is very knowledgeable in the field of military law, and is an extremely client-focused and results-driven advocate for her clients. I recommend her without reservation.
Tokay Hackett, Military law Attorney on Oct 5, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
Heather is a detailed and skilled attorney. An experienced litigator, she works diligently for her clients to reap the most positive results.
Larry Youngner, Military law Attorney on Oct 4, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Heather focuses on Client goals to zealously represent her Clients on all aspects of military and national security clearance matters.
Allen Shoikhetbrod, Military law Attorney on Oct 4, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
Heather is a zealous advocate with a wealth of experience and skill. She will work tirelessly for her clients to achieve results.
Peter Pullano, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 11, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Mario Cometti, Employment and labor Attorney on Jul 11, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Heather is one of the few attorneys who can legitimately say they have outstanding legal experience in litigation. Having been involved in literally hundreds of hearings, and with a LLM in Trial Advocacy, I would highly recommend Heather for any legal needs. A truly valued member of the Tully Rinckey law firm.
Robert Rock, Military law Attorney on Jul 11, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Heather is on of the finest, hardest working attorneys it is my pleasure to know. Her hard work translates into consistently outstanding results for her clients. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer.
Sean Timmons, Military law Attorney on Jul 11, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Heather is tenacious, aggressive, smart and her tactical wisdom is brilliant. I highly recommend her for military law and federal labor and employment law and security clearance cases. She is passionate, ethical, determined and zealous. I strongly trust her sage wisdom and keen intellect to assist clients in overcoming all obstacles.
Zekiah Wright, Military law Attorney on May 30, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Heather provided crucial insight and guidance on a particularly tough case with tough circumstances. Her input was invaluable.
Gary Anderson, Military law Attorney on Apr 11, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Heather Christina Tenney is prompt, thorough, and dedicated to her clients. I would recommend her services to anyone looking for representation in a military law matter.
Anthony Kuhn, Military law Attorney on Mar 30, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
Heather is a proactive and attentive attorney. She relies on her vast military experience to aggressively seek the best possible outcome for each of her clients. Heather is a pleasure to work with. Without reservation, I endorse this attorney.
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