Richard Davis Younts

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Richard Davis Younts

also known as R. Davis Younts

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 23 years

Military law Lawyer at Lemoyne, PA
Practice Areas: Military Law, Criminal Defense, Education ... +2 more

26 North 9th Street, Lemoyne, PA

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About Richard

Biography

Military Law - World-Wide Court-Martial Defense - Discharge Upgrades

Former #1 Air Force Senior Defense Counsel with over two decades of experience.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Military Law 80%

24 years | 300 cases

80%
Constitutional 5%

12 years

5%
Criminal Defense 5%

24 years

5%
Education 5%

15 years

5%
Sex Crime 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 23 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

R. Davis Younts, Esq.

26 North 9th Street, Lemoyne, PA, 17043

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Fort Bragg, NC, USA, Fort Bragg, NC, 28307

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Fort campbell, Fort Campbell, KY, 42223

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San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, 76544

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Fayetteville, Fayetteville, NC, 28301

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Huston, Houston, TX, 79925

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Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO, 80913

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Richard Davis Younts's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Marshall | April 06, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime

I highly recommend Davis

To be frank, Davis is nothing short of phenomenal. To be completely honest with you, utilizing the ADC would be your worst idea. More than likely, the ADC that you would get will not have anywhere near the amount of experience that Davis has and they are guaranteed to have more work than what they ca...n and should handle. It was amazing watching Davis go to work on my case. I am in the Air Force, which is where my case was tried, and Davis knew everyone. If they did not know him directly, they knew about a class that he created at the JAG school. He is an amazing and entertaining speaker. Listening to his opening and closing speeches was amazing, entertaining, convincing, and perhaps what truly won the case for my team. The ADC lawyer that I had was timid of the court room. Her best strategy was essentially to lay down and beg the government for mercy. She was convinced that a victory was not possible. Working with Davis, she did a complete 180. She went from "I think you'll lose," to "We have a strong chance to win this case!" And in the beginning, even she could admit that Davis had much more experience than she did. If someone told me that Davis does not sleep, I would believe them! Once during our weekly consultation he said to me, "I wake up pissed off at how dirty they tried to do you," and it was at that moment I knew that I was in good hands. My recommendation is that if you are charged with any type of sexual assault related crime that you retain Davis as soon as possible. I wanted to wait myself, just hoping that the investigators would look for facts and not just anything to corroborate their story, but unfortunately, that was not the case. The Air Force is looking to overcorrect for issues that happened in the past and rather than look for compulsory evidence, they will look for any evidence to coincide with the accuser's story. Do not get caught behind the 8-Ball.

Posted by Jim | May 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent representation

I hired Mr. Younts firm to represent me in a serious, difficult matter and I was extremely pleased with the hard work, dedication, and effort displayed. Mr. Younts gave excellent personal service, answered all of my concerns, and did an excellent job during my hearing making a reasoned argument and ...guiding me personally during a difficult and unfamiliar process. I would most definitely hire him again and encourage others to hire him for his expertise and excellent work.

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Richard Davis Younts's Lawyer Endorsements

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Allen Tate

Military law lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Other

"Mr. Younts is someone that I actually had the pleasure of learning from, as a litigator. He was an instructor at the Air Force JAG school, preparing the newest JAG officers for one of their main functions, litigating cases. Though I had a history of practice already, and had taught trial practice at Creighton law for 4 years, I still learned a great deal from this very thoughtful and tenacious litigator."

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Christopher Cazares

Military law lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have practiced law in the same community with R. Davis Younts for almost a decade. Davis is a consummate professional and advocate. Every client, cause, or case Davis represents is at the highest caliber. I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Donald Gordon

Unknown lawyer | Nov 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Barry

Military law lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Davis is an outstanding attorney and advocate. He is hard-working, cares about his clients, and has superior courtroom skills. I recommend him to anyone in need!"

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Andre Pennington

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Davis' reputation within the JAG Corps was second to none. He is a top-shelf defense attorney and litigator. I would not hesitate for a second to recommend him on any criminal matter."

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Bryan DePowell

Military law lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ian Holzhauer

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mr. Younts was instructor at the JAG School, where I learned much during the advanced trial advocacy course and other courses. He had an excellent reputation within the community for legal knowledge, professionalism, and integrity. I endorse him!"

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J. Black

Military law lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Younts and I were on active duty at the same time, and both members of the military defense community. While I never had the pleasure of trying a case with him, his reputation in the Air Force as a defense counsel was absolutely excellent."

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Lance Wood

Military law lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Davis is top-notch, truly best of the best."

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Joshua Tolin

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David Chapman

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Matthew Barry

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Allen Tate

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Andre Pennington

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Eric Delp

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Donald Gordon

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J. Black

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Jonathan Crisp

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Lance Wood

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Christopher Cazares

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Army Achievement Medal, United States Army

2012

Air Force Commendation Medal, United States Air Force

2012

Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, United States Air Force

2005

Global War on Terror Service Medal, United States Air Force

2003

AFJAGs Outstanding Trial Advocacy Award, Association of Trial Lawyers of America

2003

National Defense Service Medal, United States Air Force

2002

Outstanding Trial Advocate, Order of the Barristers

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Founder, R. Davis Younts, Esquire

2013 - 2015

Attorney, Pennsylvania National Guard

2011 - 2013

Chief, Military Justice, Judge Advocate General's School, United States Air Force JAG Corps

2009 - 2011

Senior Defense Counsel, United States Air Force JAG Corps

Associations

2020 - Present

Cumberland County Bar Association

Member

2020 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Veterans of Foreign Wars

Member

2013 - Present

Home School Legal Defense Association

Member

2002 - Present

Order of Barristers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

U.S. v. M.R.

Full acquittal

U.S. v. R.M.

Full acquittal

LRM v. Kastenberg

Successful Appeal

U.S. v. TSR

Full Acquittal

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Education

2010

Air University

MA - Masters

2002

Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

Liberty University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2018

Veteran's Day CLE

Military Justice

2015

Training by Reservists in Trial Advocacy and Litigation Skills

Cross Examination

2014

Training by Reservists in Trial Advocacy and Litigation Skills

Presenting Evidence at Trial

2014

Training by Reservists in Trial Advocacy and Litigation

Writing Winning Motions

2014

House Bill 1013 Hearings Before the Pennsylvania House Education Committee

Equitable Treatment of Home Educated Students in Pennsylvania

2013

Advance Sexual Assault Litigation Training

Court-Martial Advocacy

2012

Trial and Defense Advocacy Conference

Effective Closing Argument

2011

Trial and Defense Advocacy Conference

Cross Examination of Witnesses

2010

Trial and Defense Advocacy Conference

Effective Use of Expert Witness at Trial

2009

Army Sexual Assault Trial Advocacy Conference

Sexual Assault Litigation

Publications

2020

Younts Law Publishing The Commonwealth v. You

2020

Younts Law Publishing The United States v. You

2012

The Air Force Judge Advocate General's School Editor - The Military Commander and the Law

2012

The Reporter (Office of the Judge Advocate General) Orders and The Oath

2011

The Reporter (Office of the Judge Advocate General) Pre-Trial Witness Interviews

Languages

English

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