The question always comes up, do you represent yourself in a security clearance proceeding, or do you get a lawyer? I did both, and I can say getting my file to Tully Rinckey put the ball over the goal line. Great win at the Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals; thanks to Dan Meyer in the Washingt...on DC Office and the entire TR national security team!

I contacted Tully Rinckey with a self-report challenge; I was significantly overdue in a SEAD-3 report to my Security Officer. Do not wait for your next sf86! TR assigned my file to Dan Meyer, a national security partner in the Washington DC Office. I told Dan I was deploying; he kicked the matter ...into over-drive. I am off on my next assignment, the matter is reported, and the Security Officer has indicated I am fine with him. Thanks, Dan! Thanks, TR!

Late last year, I received a Statement of Reasons from an Intelligence Community Element (ICE), effectively ending my career. No one in my network had any experience with something like this, so I felt aimless. I contacted several attorneys and firms before consulting with Dan Meyer. I chose to ret...ain Dan and his firm, Tully Rinckey, because of his tremendous experience in the niche field of Federal Employment Law and his knowledge of relevant case law. Without giving out privileged information, Dan described other successful cases he and his firm has won for eligibility for access to classified information that were similar to mine. In addition, the specific security concerns in my case required someone with significant understanding and commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Dan was that man; having served openly as queer in both the Defense Department and on the staff of Director of National Intelligence James Clapper, he put me at ease. I was relieved I was not alone and my case was not a “unicorn”. He said my case was winnable, even though winning an appeal at an ICE is notoriously difficult. He made sure that I knew all of the steps of the appeal process and what I should expect and what was expected of me. He managed to expertly balance the government’s security concerns with his knowledge that the Intelligence Community can be overly cautious in regard to DEI matters. He was firm, almost stern, at times, noting that everyone must conform to the security norms once they are on the inside; at the same time, I didn’t have to change who I am to maintain a security clearance. All this culminated in a stellar showing during my appearance before the appeals panel. I just got word, I am “eligible”. I am beyond excited to continue my career and I wholeheartedly recommend Dan Meyer and his team!

Mr. Meyer is a brilliant attorney. He is knowledgeable, resourceful, insightful, and reassuring. Regardless of the time I contacted him, he responded immediately and professionally. I would strongly recommend Mr. Meyer for security clearance representation and adjudication cases. He is a master of... his craft, and there is no one better. You are in great hands! Thank you Mr. Meyer for assisting me in my Federal employment suitability case. In a very difficult and unfortunate moment in my professional life, you were heaven-sent attorney, and overall, human being. I am truly grateful of the positive outcome!