Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington

Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 23 years

Military law Lawyer at Weston, FL
Practice Areas: Military Law, Criminal Defense, Sex Crime

1792 Bell Tower Ln #218, Weston, FL

About Alexandra

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Military Law 70%

Courts-martial, GOMOR and letter of reprimand rebuttals, officer reprimands, CDI and AR 15-6 investigations, Article 15/NJP, administrative separation boards and Boards of Inquiry, for service members worldwide.

23 years

70%
Criminal Defense 15%

Defense of service members and civilians in serious criminal cases, from the investigation stage (CID, NCIS, OSI, CGIS, police) through trial, sentencing and appeal.

23 years | 1,500 cases

15%
Sex Crime 15%

Article 120 sexual assault, Article 134 and other sex crime allegations: cross-examination, digital and forensic evidence. Co-author of NACDL trial guides on defending sexual assault cases.

23 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 2 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2023

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 23 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2003

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Gonzalez & Waddington, LLC

1792 Bell Tower Ln #218, Weston, FL, 33326

Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

46 Client Reviews

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Posted by Todd | November 07, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Phenomenal Attorney

If you need a military attorney and you are lost about who to turn to, I can’t recommend Gonzalez & Waddington enough. They both: 1. Know the law and have the experience to deliver the highest quality legal services in every single aspect. 2. Put immense effort into understanding the details and c...omplexities of your case. 3. Are professional, fair, and honest in every aspect. 4. Fight for you tooth and nail in the courtroom. You will not find a better option anywhere else (I know because we researched dozens and dozens of other legal firms and interviews before picking them). They also, are just a pleasure to work with as human beings. Nobody can guarantee a certain outcome, (and any lawyer that does, RUN away) doing so in any situation is not the law and not realistic. Michael Waddington and Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington deliver first class service, and fight for you every step of the way. Hopefully this review removes any doubt of the value and top tier quality they will deliver

Posted by anonymous | November 06, 2026

TOTAL ACQUITTAL

TOTAL ACQUITTAL Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington and Michael Waddington were sent to us from the Lord. I thank them from the bottom of my heart for all of their hard work, brainpower, professionalism, attention to detail and everything else it took. They are truly the best lawyers in the game and I now... get to keep my career because them and get to keep serving our country and you can imagine how much that means to me. My family is forever grateful and thank you the Lord for you guys. WE GOT A VICTORY!!

Posted by Kyle | August 12, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Second to none

Before you read any further reviews, consider this... What is your career worth to you? Is it worth fighting for? Would you hire the best defense if possible for your case? Than look no further. I can not express how deeply grateful I am for Mrs. Waddington. The odds were stacked against me for an... allegation that I did not commit. No one believed me, until I hired Mrs. Waddington. She constantly checked up on my case and was always available especially as I was overseas and still was able to answer any questions I had. She was always helpful and took the time to talk to me with such a kind and nurturing tone. She thoroughly looked at all evidence presented with such persistence and care. She was able to destroy the government's offense on multiple fronts which helped my case in a favorable outcome. Would I hire this attorney again? Absolutely. Not only is she a great attorney, but she was able to look and talk to me as a human being first and that is ultimately influenced my decision to hire her. If you are ever second guessing on whether or not to hire this attorney, I will help you, JUST HIRE HER. It is worth it. Once you speak to her even as a consultation, you will understand this is the attorney who is on your side. She ultimately was able to give me a chance to show that I was to be believed and I can finally move on with my life. Thank you for everything.

Posted by Rob | February 04, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Super grateful! Saved my career

I have had the pleasure of working with Alexandra for the past year; she has done a remarkable job. Her expertise in military law is immediately evident, and her professionalism is second to none. But beyond that, Alexandra is a very warm and friendly person, making her a joy to work with. When I w...as facing allegations of abusive sexual contact in my final stretch of service in the military, Alexandra was able to reduce the charges to a simple Letter of Reprimand. She wisely counseled me not to submit a statement or rebuttal to the reprimand, as it would likely be used against me later. Alexandra then helped me avoid an administrative separation and retire with an Honorable Discharge, leaving my record as clean as possible. Throughout the process, she kept my best interest at the forefront while also considering my financial situation. In my experience with military lawyers, Alexandra is the one I would most highly recommend. I spoke to several lawyers before deciding on Alexandra and I am certain that it was the best decision I could have made.

Posted by CW | February 04, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Top-notch criminal defense

I retained the services of Alexandra Waddington as my defense attorney in July 2022 and couldn't be happier with her representation in my false sexual assault case. Alexandra's knowledge of military law was impressive and she effectively communicated the details of my case to me. She provided reliabl...e legal advice and was always accessible for any questions. Through her hard work and expertise, Alexandra secured my freedom and future. I highly recommend her as a top-notch criminal defense lawyer, with unparalleled dedication to her clients. Ultimately, she succeeded in getting my charges dismissed before trial, allowing me to continue with my Coast Guard career.

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"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

2015

Top Contributor, Avvo

2000

Honors in Trial Advocacy, Temple University School of Law

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Partner, Gonzalez & Waddington, LLC

2004 - 2005

Defense Lawyer, Augusta GA Public Defenders Office

Associations

2010 - Present

National Association of Court Martial Lawyers

Board Member

2006 - Present

National Association of Military Defense Lawyers

Past President

2005 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

US v. RB

NOT GUILTY OF ALL CHARGES.

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Education

2013

NACDL Seminar Defending the Unthinkable: Zealous Advocacy in Sexual Assault and Child Victims Cases

2013

National Association of Trial Lawyers: Trial Lawyers Summit

2010

NACDL Advanced Criminal Law Seminar

2007

Georgia Registered Mediator

2006

NACDL Criminal Defense Midwinter Seminar

2001

Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Duquesne University

BA

N/A

Universite Catholique D'Angers

Speaking Engagements

2017

Trial Lawyers Summit 2017

Appealing to Diverse Juries Without Building Walls

2011

Annual Conference Summer 2011

Cross Examining Alleged Victims in Sex Cases

Publications

2026

NACDL (National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers) Defending Sexual Assault Cases: A Comprehensive Trial Manual

2025

NACDL (National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers) Pattern Cross-Examination for Digital Forensic Experts: A Trial Strategy Guide

2025

Book (with Michael Waddington) UCMJ Survival Guide: The Complete Military Justice Manual for Service Members & Families

2025

Book (with Michael Waddington) Exposing Toxic Manipulators: How to Dominate Narcissists, Borderlines, & Sociopaths in Court

2024

Book (with Michael Waddington) Pattern Cross-Examination for Expert Witnesses: A Trial Strategy & Resource Guide

2024

The State of Criminal Justice 2024. ABA Press. Military Justice Reform: The Current State of Affairs

2023

The State of Criminal Justice 2023. ABA Press. The Road Toward Military Justice Reform

2022

The State of Criminal Justice 2022. ABA Press. Overview of UCMJ Changes in the 2022 NDAA

2021

NACDL Press Pattern Cross-Examination for DNA and Biological Evidence: A Trial Strategy & Resource Guide

2021

The State of Criminal Justice 2021. ABA Press. Military Justice Act of 2016’s Expansion of Military Subpoena Power.

2020

NACDL Press Pattern Cross-Examination for Forensic Experts: A Trial Strategy & Resource Guide

2020

The State of Criminal Justice 2020. ABA Press. Changes to the Punitive Articles Under the Military Justice Act of 2016

2019

The State of Criminal Justice 2019. ABA Press. MJA 2016

2018

The State of Criminal Justice 2018. ABA Press. Overview of the Military Justice Act of 2016

2017

The State of Criminal Justice 2017. ABA Press. Military Criminal Justice: Further Expanded Victim Rights and Overarching Refinements

2016

The State of Criminal Justice 2016. ABA Press. Military Criminal Justice: Expanded Rights for Sexual Assault Victims

2015

The State of Criminal Justice 2015. ABA Press. Supreme Court Signals The Right To Privacy In Digitally Stored Data

2014

The State of Criminal Justice 2014. ABA Press. Changes to The Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) Pertaining to Rape and Sexual Assault

2012

Thomson Reuters The Civilian Attorney's Guide to Winning a Court Martial

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Spanish

French

English

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