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Peter Kageleiry, Jr.
also known as Peter Kageleiry
About Peter
Biography
I am a retired Lieutenant Colonel and I served as both a line officer and a JAG. I began my military career as a platoon leader in the 16th Military Police Brigade (Airborne) and 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. In 1998, I became a Judge Advocate and since then I have focused on court-martial law. As a result of this experience, I know the military and I know the court-martial process. I have spent well over a decade perfecting the courtroom skills and legal knowledge required to win tough court-martial cases. I have successfully defended court-martial cases all over the world. As a former Platoon leader and military JAG, I got to know my Soldiers and understand their dedication to their families and their brothers in arms. The economic hardship and emotional toll that comes with being accused of misconduct is immense. I just want to get Soldiers back to the service they love, protect their futures, and mitigate those obstacles that could prevent them from taking care of their families.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Military Law
100%
26 years
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Licensed in Wisconsin for 27 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 1998
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Law Office of Peter Kageleiry, Jr.
4445 Corporation Lane, Suite 173, Virginia Beach, VA, 23462
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Peter Kageleiry, Jr.'s Reviews
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Posted by Raymond | January 9, 2026 | Hired Attorney
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From what I was facing, Attorney K saved my life and career. Still serving
Pete brought an extraordinary amount of experience to my case. It was a very scary and stressful experience when I was falsely accused, but Pete helped me through it. The government tried to throw the book at me, but Pete thwarted them at every turn. Pete saved my freedom and my good name when he w...
Posted by anonymous | October 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
From Unfair Investigation to Justice.
Mr. Peter Kageleiry did an amazing job helping me respond to an unfair investigation. He proved to the command that the accusations were unjust. My good name and career were on the line. Pete's counsel made all the difference.
Posted by Jamale | November 5, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Lawyer
Mr. Peter Kageleiry did an amazing job assisting me with my Show Cause board. He proved to the board that I was not guilty of the charges. My good name and characterization of service was on the line. Pete's counsel made all the difference.
Posted by anonymous | August 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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Saved My Son's Career
Pete Kageleiry saved our son's career and good service reputation. He was facing an administrative separation board due to false allegations. Pete methodically found and demonstrated the lies and inconsistencies in witness testimony. My son was found NOT GUILTY of the allegations and retained on acti...
Posted by Sean | June 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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United States Navy Career Savior at Board of Inquiry
Pete Kageleiry saved my career! I had originally hired another military attorney to represent me at a Board of Inquiry but was dissatisfied and instead found Pete. Hiring Pete was the right move. Pete deliberately took apart the government's case. When it came time for the Board of Inquiry members to...
Peter Kageleiry, Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Pete for over 15 years. During this time, I have had the opportunity to see his abilities both at the trial and appellate level. Pete is a zealous advocate for his clients. His reputation as one of the truly outstanding military trial and appellate attorneys is well earned. I enthusiastically endorse him."
"Pete is an outstanding military defense lawyer. I have worked with and against him on numerous cases since 2003, including several high profile court martial cases. He is a bulldog in and out of court when it comes to fighting for his clients."
"I endorse Pete. I have known him for over 12 years. He is a highly skilled and aggressive criminal defense lawyer. He has the trial experience and confidence that allows him to take difficult cases to trial and win."
"I fully endorse Pete. Pete has extensive experience working at the trial and appellate level. His 20+ years of experience in the military justice system sets him apart from others. Pete diligently investigates each case in order to get the best possible results for each of his clients."
"Pete Kageleiry is one of the best lawyers out there. I have worked with Pete at both the trial and appellate levels, and his work is superb. He goes all out for his clients. Now that he is retired from the military, he will continue to serve clients as a civilian attorney. If you need a court-martial lawyer, you can't go wrong with Pete Kageleiry."
"Peter Kageleiry is nothing short of a military appellate expert. When I am navigating a complex issue at the trial level and want to ensure that I am considering all potential second and third order effects, I call Mr Kageleiry. His analysis is systematic, learned, and spot-on each time. Mr Kageleiry possesses a true gift to be able to comb his mind through the layers of military appellate caselaw and then apply your facts to the law. His knowledge of the body of military law is nothing short of encyclopedic. I recommend him without hesitation for work on any military appeal. Likewise, his knowledge of caselaw and his down-to-earth demeanor make him a fierce ally in the trial courtroom. He is able to relate to military panels and to advocate to the junior and most senior members of the panel. He obtained a just result of full acquittal in a murder case after countless hours of preparation and flawless execution at trial. I endorse him without reservation for military trial work."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. LTC Kageleiry is an excellent US Army lawyer and officer. His specialty is in the area of military justice and is a superb courtroom strategist. He knows the Rules of Courts-Martial and the Rules of Evidence inside and out. I definitely call on him to help me on my toughest and most impossible cases."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Meritorious Service Medal, U.S. Army
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Owner, The Court-Martial Defense Firm
2017 - 2017
Adjunct Professor, College Of William & Mary Law School
2014 - 2014
Lieutenant Colonel (Retired), US Army Judge Advocate General's Corps
2013 - 2014
Deputy Chief, US Army Defense Appellate Division, Fort Belvoir, VA
2011 - 2013
Senior Defense Appellate Attorney, US Army Defense Appellate Division
2010 - 2011
Branch Chief, US Army Defense Appellate Division, Fort Belvoir, VA
2008 - 2010
Senior Defense Counsel, US Army Trial Defense Service, Mannheim, Germany
2006 - 2008
Senior Prosecuting Attorney / Chief of Military Justice, US Army, Kaiserslautern, Germany
2005 - 2006
Graduate Student, Us Army Judge Advocate General's Legal Center & School
2003 - 2005
Senior Defense Counsel, US Army Trial Defense Service, Fort Gordon, GA
2002 - 2003
Prosecuting Attorney, US Army Southern European Task Force (Airborne), Vicenza, Italy
2001 - 2003
Chief of Operational Law, US Army Southern European Task Force (Airborne), Vicenza Italy
2000 - 2001
Prosecuting Attorney, 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg, NC
1999 - 2000
Group Judge Advocate, US Army Support Group, Port-Au-Prince, Haiti
1998 - 2000
Judge Advocate, 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg, NC
1994 - 1995
Platoon Leader, 82nd Airborne Division
1991 - 1994
Platoon Leader, 16th Military Police Brigade (Airborne)
Associations
2014 - Present
National Association of Military Defense LawyersExecutive Committee Member
2014 - Present
National Association of Court Martial LawyersExecutive Committee Member
1998 - Present
State Bar of WisconsinMember
1992 - Present
82nd Airborne Division AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
SOLDIER CHARGED WITH KILLING A CIVILIAN MAN AT A BAR IN HEIDELBERG, GERMANY
Not guilty of all charges. A week later the soldier was promoted to sergeant and continued his military career.
SAILOR WITH FOURTEEN YEARS SERVICE ACCUSED OF DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL (DUI) ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS
Allegations of misconduct unfounded and sailor retained in the Navy and continued his career.
SENIOR OFFICER ACCUSED OF FRAUD, MULTIPLE LARCENIES, FALSE OFFICIAL STATEMENTS, OBSTRUCTION OF JUSTICE, AND CONDUCT UNBECOMING
Not guilty of all but least serious offenses. Sentenced to a fine and a reprimand. Officer continued his career and retired from active duty with full pension and benefits.
ENLISTED MEMBER ACCUSED OF SEXUAL ASSAULT OF ANOTHER SERVICE MEMBER
Not guilty of all charges. Client continued with his military career.
ENLISTED MEMBER ACCUSED OF RAPING A DRUNK FEMALE SOLDIER
Not guilty of all charges. Client continued with his military career.
SENIOR ENLISTED MEMBER PREVIOUSLY ADMITTED TO PREMEDITATED MURDER OF FOUR IRAQI DETAINEES AND PLED GUILTY
He was able to get the sentence reduced from forty-five years and a dishonorable discharge to 20 years and a bad conduct discharge.
DECORATED NAVY WAR HERO ACCUSED OF ILLEGAL DRUG USE AND ABSENCE WITHOUT LEAVE
Sailor’s separation for misconduct stopped and sailor subsequently medically retired.
SERGEANT MAJOR (E-9) UNDER INVESTIGATION AFTER TESTING POSITIVE FOR A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE ON A UNIT URINALYSIS TEST
Investigation stopped and client cleared of all wrongdoing.Sergeant Major continued his military career.
SENIOR ENLISTED SAILOR ACCUSED OF ILLEGAL USE OF PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
Allegations of misconduct unfounded and sailor retained in the Navy and subsequently retired with full benefits.
SENIOR ENLISTED SAILOR ACCUSED OF FRATERNIZATION, FALSE OFFICIAL STATEMENT, OBSTRUCTION OF JUSTICE, AND DISOBEYING ORDERS
Board recommended retention of sailor in the Navy.
Education
2006
Judge Advocate General's School, U.S. Army
LL.M - Master of Laws
2006
Judge Advocate General's School, U.S. Army
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1998
Boston College Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
College of William and Mary
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Adjunct Professor
Military Law
2012
US Army Trial Defense Service Leadership Conference
Interlocutory Appeals and Petitions For Extraordinary Relief in Military Courts
2011
US Army Trial Defense Service Leadership Conference
Interlocutory Appeals and Petitions for Extraordinary Relief in Military Courts
2008
Trial Defense Service Conference, Garmisch, Germany
Post-Trial Requests For Clemency in the military justice system
2008
European Region Trial Defense Service Conference, Nuremberg, Germany
Basic Cross-Examination For New Defense Counsel
Publications
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
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14 Jun 2021
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
What are GOMORs and why do Commanders give them?
09 Mar 2024
Legal Guide
POOR PERFORMANCE OR ARTICLE 92 UCMJ?
01 Feb 2024
Legal Guide
WHAT IS UCMJ ARTICLE 117A?
26 Jan 2024