Ira Kimbrell Rushing

Successfully defended Client from Army’s attempt to breach non-deployment and retention bonus provisions of his re-enlistment contract, allowing him to avoid sudden deployment and full payment of bonus.

Successfully represented Client at Army administrative separation board related to charges of sexual harassment and fraternization, resulting in dismissal of sexual-related misconduct allegations and a General discharge.

Successfully navigated NYARNG investigation related to allegations of violating standard operating procedures while assisting the NY Dept. of Corrections, resulting in no charges or administrative action being taken.

Successfully argued retroactive applicability of a DoD memorandum waiving service requirements for SMART Program participants who were unemployed due to government shutdown, waiving both the Client’s 4.5-year service obligation and $293,000 in SMART debt.

Successfully secured Client’s hardship discharge from the Navy within 90 days of retaining the firm in time for Client to separate prior to lengthy overseas deployment, allowing her to continue caregiving duties for mother.

Full aquittal on all charges and specifications

Successfully represented Client in Army Art. 15 and administrative separation proceedings related to allegations of sexual assault, receiving Art. 15 verdict of not guilty and dismissal of separation action.

Successfully represented Client at Army administrative separation board related to allegations of child exploitation, resulting in Client being allowed to retire and receiving an Honorable discharge.

Defense verdict in favor of the Mississippi National Guard