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About Sean
Biography
Former Army JAG with significant experience in courts-martials, administrative separation boards, officer elimination boards, Article 15s, GOMORs, FLIPLs, OER & NCOER appeals, QMP appeals, and Article 138 complaints.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Military Law
75%
18 years | 500 cases
Criminal Defense
20%
15 years | 250 cases
Family
5%
13 years | 50 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Maryland for 10 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Licensed in Virginia for 17 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Office of Sean A. Marvin, PLLC
107 S. West Street, Suite 815, Alexandria, VA, 22314
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Posted by MAJ A | June 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Military Law
Thanks from an Army Officer and his family
When your rights, well-being and military career are at stake, you need a seasoned Military lawyer (Sean is a JAG CPT in the Army Reserves and a combat veteran) to give you the best expert advice and represent you with confidence and skills. Those are the words that led me to Sean A. Marvin’s office...
Posted by Joe | December 22, 2014 | Contracts & Agreements
Took on a challenge outside of his expertise
Mr. Marvin helped me with an employee contract that was slightly untraditional. He was clear at the beginning that the challenges the contract presented were areas beyond his normal scope of practice, but looked forward to researching them. He drafted a solid contract that addressed all of my concern...
Sean A. Marvin's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Sean. Sean and I have handled several cases together. He is one of the few attorneys that I personally recommend to people looking for a military defense attorney. I have witnessed his abilities and work ethic first-hand and do not hesitate in saying that he cares for his clients and works extremely hard on their behalf. Sean is an attorney that I trust. You can trust him too."
"I fully endorse Sean. I have known Sean since 2009 when we began serving in the Army JAG Corps together. He is an outstanding attorney who effectively advocates for his clients and consistently garners successful results."
"Sean is sharp and patient. He is well versed in security and military matters."
"Sean is a highly competent, ethical and attentive attorney. He was a pleasure to work with."
"I endorse Sean as an excellent attorney who is extremely adept at representing enlisted personnel in all facets of military law. Sean works out of Alexandria, Virginia on the East Coast and I value and trust his work to the point that he and I have decided to collaborate as co-counsel on future military law-related cases on the East Coast, Colorado and nationwide to best serve clients in our perspective regions."
"I met Sean when he was stationed in Germany. It was quickly apparent he was an excellent officer and lawyer with much to offer. Skilled in military and civilian criminal defense, he's a top-notch trial attorney."
"Whenever I have a client that faces possible sanction from the military or loss of a security clearance, I call Sean for advice. He is knowledgable and diligent."
"He is the go-to guy on military law in the DC area. A former JAG lawyer with the right demeanor for some very tough jobs. I have seen Sean in action and I couldn't recommend him enough."
"This is an aggressive and hard working lawyer. He knows his stuff when it comes to military law. I would recommend him no matter how big the case."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've had the honor to work with Sean on a number of cases over the years and he has always shown great skill in resolving difficult issues. I would not hesitate to refer anyone in need of legal services to Sean."
"I endorse this lawyer. Military law is highly specialized and obtaining a knowledgeable advocate should be at the top of your list when faced with the possibility of military discipline. When your career is at stake you can't go wrong with Sean."
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Experience
Honors
2012
Bronze Star Medal, US Army
Work Experience
2009 - 2014
Judge Advocate, Captain, US Army JAG Corps
Associations
2019 - Present
US Court of Appeals for Veterans ClaimsMember
2017 - Present
US Supreme CourtMember
2014 - Present
US Court of Appeals for the Armed ForcesMember
2014 - Present
US District Court, Eastern District of VirginiaMember
2014 - Present
US District Court, Western District of VirginiaMember
2014 - Present
US Court of Federal ClaimsMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Army Court-Martial: Sexual Assault
Not guilty
Army Court-Martial: Hazing / Maltreatment
Not guilty
Army Officer Elimination Board: Toxic leadership
Officer retained; all allegations unsubstantiated
Education
2008
Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2018
National Convention 2018
Defending the GI Bill, Leading for Tomorrow
2017
GI Bill Expansion
Forever GI Bill
Publications
2018
The Century Foundation
How the Education Department Wants to Make Predatory Colleges Untouchable
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How do appeal a GOMAR? and Relief for Cause?
21 Aug 2015
Q&A
Once a soldier receives retirement orders can he be chaptered for failing a APFT?
25 Jun 2015
Q&A
I received a GOMAR. I was mentioned in a 15-6 and never contacted or interviewed by the Investigating Officer. Did not know.
04 Apr 2015