My ordeal started in August 2014 with a false allegation of sexual assault. I called numerous law firms and was told many times that it was best for me to take a plea deal, this was even before they heard my side of the story. Once I contacted Mr. Waddington, he immediately eased my fears and told me... to explain everything to him. Once I did this he comforted me and said that he would do everything in his power for a great outcome. Once I retained him, CID and my chain of command stopped bothering me. 12 months after the initial investigation the CID investigation came back "unfounded" and proved that my accuser was a liar. At this point I thought that everything was over but knowing the Army it was far from over. In September 2015 they notified me that I would be facing an elimination board due to the evidence that refuted that I was a rapist. I was not worried and retained Michael once again. The Army was trying to kick me out with no benefits and an other than honorable discharge. At the conclusion of the board I got to keep my benefits and also a nice $3,403 tax free check ($40,826 annually) for the rest of my life. I could not be happier. Michael is an EXCELLENT attorney and he is well respected in the legal community. Be weary of hiring known lawyers, just because they are known does not mean that they are respected. If you are facing any sort of legal issues please do not hesitate to contact him.

After a urinalysis I was accused of taking prescription medication that was not prescribed to me; drugs which I have never consumed. I hired Michael Waddington when my chain of command appointed an investigating officer that wanted to question me. Michael was an intermediary between me and my chain... of command, which protected me from being taking advantage of. He assisted with submitting evidence from a hair follicle drug tested that showed I had not consumed any drugs. He also assisted with finding someone to conduct a polygraph, the result of which was that I was telling the truth and had not consumed the drugs. The case took seven months, but ended in my favor without any negative actions taken against me.

I hired Michael and Alexandra after firing another civilian lawyer. I made a big mistake in hiring the first lawyer. His website looked pretty, but he was a fraud. When he started pushing me to plead guilty and do 2 years in jail the day after I paid him for the 32, I knew I had to find someone I cou...ld trust. I knew there was evidence against me, but I wanted a fighting chance. I first talked to Alexandra and she made me feel there was hope and that I had a chance of avoiding a conviction and being a sex offender, which where my goals. Their fee was higher than most of the other lawyers I talked to and double what my first lawyer charged, but it was nothing compared to a lifetime as a registered sex offender. Both Michael and Alexander worked on my case so I got two lawyers for the price. When I talked to Michael, he laid out the defense strategies and techniques we could use to either win the case or avoid a court martial. It was obvious he knew what he was doing. He knew pleading guilty was not an option for me and he never brought it up. He didn’t make empty promises and he was straightforward. Michale said the prosecutor has two choices. Drop the charges and let me out of the military or prove their case to a jury. My case was scheduled for a trial and I was getting nervous but I had faith that they were my best chance. A few weeks before the trial, I got a call with good news. The prosecution was now willing to dismiss the charges and let me out of the military instead of going to court. I am not sure what happened behind the scenes, but it was better than the 2 year deal my other lawyer negotiated. I jumped at the opportunity and now I moved on with my life and I’m finishing college. If I didn’t hire the Waddington’s theres a good chance I would be sitting in jail and my life would be ruined. If you find yourself in a legal problem, don't waste your time, call the Waddington’s and save yourself all the frustration and worry.

I am stationed overseas and After being preferred severe charges by the government from a NCIS sting unfairly targeting the wrong people. I was removed from my job, had my security clearance suspended, and appointed a military attorney in another country that told me I was looking at prison time even... before he had seen the evidence. Despite the fact that I felt I was innocent of these charges, I shouldered the weight of them and lost any hope of the truth prevailing. I was an emotional mess and already starting to accept that I was going to prison so started seeing a psychologist. I began researching life in federal prisons online before my psychologist and wife told me to stop feeling sorry for myself and research civilian lawyers to fight this! The first site I researched was Michaels. I read all of his reviews and for the first time in 3 weeks, my stomach wasn't in knots and I had hope again! Hope can make all the difference when losing your life as you know it is on the line! Michael took my case and after our first conversation, I realized I would be going into battle with a warrior on my side! He believed my side of the story despite the evidence the government had. The government was trying to take my life away and now they were going to have to earn it! Michael more than evened the odds and put the prosecution on edge because they knew they were in for a fight! At trial, Michael proved why he is the best in his field! He is a trial tactician that made the prosecution look like amateurs! He cross examined the lead NCIS investigator witness and destroyed all of his credibility and exposed his incompetence! I actually almost felt bad for the guy who was trying to send me to prison. So if you are fortunate enough to hire Michael, don't get worried that he isn't working your case because he didn't immediately return your email or doesn't give you day to day updates. He is a highly sought out attorney that stays busy and takes your life seriously. Trust in his experience and skills because this guy can literally develope an effective strategy the day before trial!

With a case pending over 13 months I had Michael there ever step of the way, maybe not physically but he gave much needed consultation through out and stayed updated on the facts of the case. When it came time to go to in for my trial, he worked along side with my appointed defense attorney and talk ...about utilizing your resources, as I am in the military and they worked very well together, like they have be working together their whole lives. Within 3 days he was able to pick apart the prosecutions case and without officially going to trial, had the case dismissed. He gave me peace of mind through out and delivered when it came time. He was very professional, proficient and I wouldnt have anyone else to defend me in my case. In a world we live in you cant gamble the odds, you need the best. Worth every penny to prove my case and to clear my name.