I retained Eric's services nearly two years ago on the recommendation of a military lawyer who could not help me at the time. I knew nothing about Eric but after my initial consultation I knew I was in the right place. Eric is extremely personable, and it is obvious that he really cares about his... clients and their lives and takes on their problems as if they were his own. However, it is also obvious from the start that that attitude applies only to his clients. Outside the office and in dealing with commands or opposing counsels Eric is an absolute pitbull. His number one priority is always his client and he is relentless in his defense thereof. Though Eric is extremely aggressive in his work he is also respected by nearly everyone in the area involved in legal proceedings. He has a background in both prosecution and defense from his time on active duty so he knows the ins and outs of the system by heart and his competence cannot be questioned. Likewise his morals are unflinching which I have to believe earned him a great deal of the respect and rapport he has with the legal community around Camp Lejeune. Lastly Eric's is a small firm and the team he has works flawlessly. Throughout the 21 months of my investigation I was never unable to get in contact with either Eric or Freddie and always received prompt call backs or responses to emails. In short Eric is exactly the person you want in your corner. He knows what he's doing, cares about the people he defends, and works his ass off for his clients.

As the title states, I absolutely recommend Eric M. Kopka for representation of any legal punishment a marine could face. I was arrested on two felony gun charges back home while on a 72 hour liberty period, and was facing Administrative Separation under a Commission of a Serious Offense (COSO). From... the first phone call to Mr. Kopka, I felt extremely confident leaving my future with the Marine Corps in his hands. He practiced on the prosecution side before working defense so he was able to clearly explain to me the obstacles we could potentially face throughout the whole process. While working hand in hand with my lawyer back home, Mr. Kopka had managed to pull a rabbit out of a hat and got my adsep dropped before it went to a board and I am now back at work as if nothing had happened! Mr. Kopka and his paralegal Freddie, work together as an exceptional team, and I could not have hoped for a better outcome. This is an elite lawfirm and I 110% recommend Eric M. Kopka to represent anyone in the Marine Corps facing any type of legal action. This was a really bad situation I had got myself in, and I owe it to Mr. Kopka for keeping me in the Marine Corps.

I was facing a special court martial for 112a after 18 years of service. By far this was the most stressful time in my life, facing jail time, bad discharge, and losing my benefits. Eric explained the entire process to me and gathered all the facts of my case. Eric and his staff was available via ph...one or face to face when I had questions. His attention to detail and hard work help lead to a not guilty verdict in my special court martial case. Now I can continue on with my military career, I’m truly grateful. Eric is a true professional whom cares about his clients. I would highly recommend Eric for any service member facing any legal military action.

I was in a bind where I didn't do what my 1st was claiming I did. I did not know what to do. A friend of mine recommended me Mr Kopka. Let me tell you that from the moment I walked in his assistance and Mr Kopka were really knowleable and helpful and guided me through this whole process. They were tr...ying to send me to the brig and take money and get me kicked out. With their help I Just received the minimum restriction and epd. Which I was ok with because after all I did not commit the crime they thought I did. I recommend Mr Kopka and his staff to anyone because he will go out of his way to help you.

My unit charged me with a special court martial over a year ago. After seeing the tragedy, that was my appointed military lawyer, I started my search for someone to hire. I sat down with multiple lawyers, and it was Eric's personality that set him above the rest. I made the right choice. Eric and hi...s staff were always professional and knowledgeable. I called his office with probably a million questions, and each one of them were answered in a timely fashion. Face-to-face meetings were weekly, and I never felt left in the dark, not once. Throughout the whole process he was always in contact with the trial counsel, my unit, and most importantly myself. He never tried to push me one way or the other, but instead gave me the power of making my own choices. I flip-flopped back and forth between wanting to fight the court martial, and wanting to take an NJP. He was always prepared for both, and did his best to lay out any terms that I wanted. In the end I took a battalion level NJP, ON MY TERMS, and the charges were thrown out. When it comes to any military legal problems I highly recommend Eric. Him and his staff's hard work and professionalism is second to none. I cannot thank them enough for the bright future I have ahead!