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Posted by Lucas | May 19, 2016

Wish I had found him sooner

I was hit with a General Officer Memorandum of Reprimand (GOMOR) towards the end of my military career. In unfamiliar waters, I made a go of it and wrote my own rebuttal. Suffice it to say, it didn't go well. If there was a hope or chance of getting my GOMOR, I missed the mark. It was filed permanent...ly and they initiated proceedings for a separation board. I found out about LTC Shewmaker thereafter, and he was always forthright and available to assist me in deciding my best option, engaging in long, pro bono conversations over the phone. Assuredly, had I contacted him sooner, I am certain that I would have been in a dominant position. He knows the ins and outs of military law and has a great success rate. Cost-wise, he was the most reasonable as well, fixing travel expenses to a set amount in spite of their inevitable fluctuation when the time came for the board. All in all, he was fair, nonjudgmental, knowledgeable and realistic. If you're facing a similar situation, don't delay or go it alone. The military has a funny way of melting away when you need support, such as this, in the worst way. Had I gotten LTC Shewmaker in my corner, I'm certain I would have had all the support I needed.

Posted by anonymous | May 16, 2013

Highly Impressed!

I hired a lawyer for a domestic violance incident. After my previous lawyer failed to show for two of my court dates, along with numerous non-returned phone calls, I decided to seek additional represetation. In talking with a coworker about my crappy lawyer, she referred me to Steve. I hesitated call...ing Steve because I had already invested money in the first lawyer, but Steve offered a free consultation, so I figured what could it hurt. I gained more knowledge of my options and rights as a citizen within 30 minutes of meeting Steve than the three months working with my first lawyer. Even though I basically threw $600.00 down the drain with the first lawyer, I was 100% sure I wanted to start over with Steve. Here is is one year later, and he was able to get my case dismissed with minimal punishment and ZERO fines! I hope I am never in need of a lawyer, but if by chance I find myself in that situation, I without a doubt will use Steve Shewmaker.

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