Gilbert Joseph Comley

Gilbert Joseph Comley

also known as Joey Comley

5.0
Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 16 years

Military law Lawyer at Elizabethtown, KY
Practice Areas: Military Law, Government, Administrative Law, Litigation

PO Box 1415, Elizabethtown, KY

About Gilbert

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Military Law 70%

Provides expert assistance and representational services to ensure Servicemembers, who are suspected, accused, or responding to government allegations, fully exercise their constitutional, statutory, regulatory, and customary rights and privileges.

17 years | 218 cases

70%
Administrative Law 10%

Provides representation for current and former Servicemembers and employees of the federal government who need to utilize administrative bodies and procedures to remedy wrongs, to resolve allegations of indebtedness, and to resolve injustices.

5 years | 13 cases

10%
Government 10%

Provides representation for current and former employees of the federal government who are facing internal, external, or security-related investigations.

26 years | 20 cases

10%
Litigation 10%

Provides representation to individuals & business entities whose business dealings require the precise balance of tact and zeal to optimally sever/maintain business relationships, to resolve business disputes, and to establish a profitable future

4 years | 7 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 350-450 per hour

Contingency

20%-40%

Pro bono

5 %

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Kentucky for 3 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 2022

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Mississippi for 16 years

State: Mississippi

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Gilbert J Comley, PLLC

PO Box 1415, Elizabethtown, KY, 42702

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Gilbert Joseph Comley's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 15 reviews | Case Results

Posted by anonymous | July 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

Unquestionably level of care, professionalism, and competence

Joey was truly an exceptional representative/legal counselor for me and helping me achieve success and getting the case/issues at hand addressed deliberately with a very professional and tactful approach! He listened to my concerns, understand the unique dynamics of the UCMJ system and how it’s not m...eant to provide equal rights for the client as it is for the command team, and created an great way to address the concerns and challenges to ensure success. TDS representatives just told me to write a rebuttal stating how I was sorry and apologize for something I didn’t do. Joey saw the numerous violations that occurred in the so called investigation and looked at how you approach the case from an objective standpoint using actual evidence versus the army’s approach of you are guilty until proven innocent. Joey really couldn’t have done any more perfect then he did, resulting in an amazing outcome for myself. He used the military’s poor investigative process against them and created success with actual investigative work and deliberate points supported by legal evidence. So fortunate to have Joey on my team and represent me in this egregious abuse of the UCMJ system by the US Army JAG legal team. Thanks again Joey Comley!

Gilbert Comley

Replied last September 17, 2024

It was my pleasure to represent you and to ensure that countless Soldiers and other units will continue to benefit from your professional leadership and years of applied knowledge and skill - this old Soldier is proud that the Army goes rolling along with leaders like you still at the helm!

Posted by Patrick | February 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent Lawyer!

Mr. Comley exceeded all expectations. We did not get the result I was hoping for, but that was no fault of Mr. Comley. He went above and beyond what he was required to do, and fought for me every step of the way. He was always available to me and I was never left wondering if he was really prioritizi...ng my case. I would hire him again in a heartbeat and will recommend him to any of my friends that need representation!

Gilbert Comley

Replied last February 17, 2024

Patrick - sometimes the deck is just stacked against us; it was my pleasure to fight by your side all the way to the river. I am also happy that we developed some strategic solutions along the way that allowed for you to receive a measure of justice in the end.

Posted by Rella | August 25, 2023 | Wrongful Death

Genuine and Trustworthy

Joey assisted my family by providing guidance, legal counsel, and excellent representation while working to close our son's fatal injury case. The case remained open 18 months after his death despite numerous attempts to gain information from EPD. Upon making contact with Joey, he provided victim ...advocacy information, obtained case files and reports not previously provided by law enforcement, and made himself readily available to answer our questions. Joey showed compassion, empathy, and provided stellar service. Thank you Joey for helping our family gain closure in our son's tragic death. The world needs more lawyers and human beings like you. Words cannot express our gratitude.

Gilbert Comley

Replied last August 26, 2023

Rella - I cannot fathom the loss of a child and I am happy to have done a small part to assist with the healing process. Thank you for trusting me with your legal needs and for allowing me to be a part of such an intimate part of your life. God bless!

Posted by Christina | August 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

Exceptional Service!

I hired Joey while going through a very tough time within my Army unit. He was able to navigate the process and keep me informed throughout the investigation. Most importantly, he was my voice in the process. He was always available to talk and very accessible. Although the process with long, I alway...s felt I was in good hands and he had my best interests. My investigation resulted in unsubstantiated findings. I would hire him again or recommend him to anyone I know.

Gilbert Comley

Replied last August 08, 2023

Thank you for trusting the Law Office of Gilbert J Comley, PLLC with your legal needs. I wish that more service members followed your lead and reached out early in the investigative process. You need advocacy from the first report until final action, just as the Army provides the same to the Commanders on the other side of the equation. I am enthusiastic about your Army career and know that the sky is truly the limit - please know that your record of resounding success, your demonstrated excellence in the present, and your potential for greater rank and responsibility helped carry you thru this. Keep it up and thank you for all that you are doing for the Army and its Soldiers!

Posted by Reggie | June 27, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements

Breach of Contract Representation

Mr. Comley assisted our family with a breach of contract dispute with a local vendor in the Elizabethtown area. The company had failed to provide and install a product that we paid a significant downpayment for. After trying multiple times to contact the company they stopped responding to our inquir...ies altogether. It was at that point that we contacted Mr. Comley for a free consultation and then hired him for representation. Mr. Comley was able to contact the company and negotiate a new contract termination agreement which will allow us to recoup 100% of our downpayment. Mr. Comley's communicated with us throughout the process and solved our issue without the need for a full lawsuit. I'd recommend Mr. Comley to anyone and appreciated is assistance.

Gilbert Comley

Replied last June 28, 2023

Thank you for choosing the Law Office of Gilbert J Comley, PLLC and know that I was tremendously pleased to have been able to settle this affair before you and your family PCS'd. One less thing for a military family to worry about during a tumultuous PCS season is always a victory for the firm. We wish you nothing but the best in your next assignment!

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Gilbert Joseph Comley's Lawyer Endorsements

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Melvin Vaughn

Military law lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Friend

"I enthusiastically endorse Joey. While he is knowledgeable in what does, he's an even better person. He fights for his clients while maintaining his integrity and civility. Trust me when I say that this is rare in our profession. He's a great attorney, but an even better person."

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Aimee Bateman

Military law lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Comley is a tireless advocate, a trusted colleague, and an expert in various legal fields related to governmental and military practice. It was a privilege to serve in the Army with Joey, including our deployment together in Afghanistan. Now as a retired Soldier, and more importantly the mother of an Airman, I would trust Joey to represent me or my family."

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Experience

Rating:  6.8 (Good)

Honors

N/A

Legion of Merit; Bronze Star; Purple Heart, US Army

Work Experience

2009 - 2022

Judge Advocate, Us Army JAG Corps

2002 - 2009

Fire Support Officer / Platoon Leader / XO, US Army Field Artillery

Associations

2023 - Present

National Institute of Military Justice

Fellow

2023 - Present

Right On Crime

State Director, Kentucky and Tennessee

2022 - Present

Kentucky Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Mississippi Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

US v. Unnamed Soldier

Full Acquittal

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Education

2016

The Judge Advocate General's Legal Center and School

LL.M - Master of Laws

2009

Mississippi College School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

University of Mississippi

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

2021

DEI in the Army, JAG Corps, and Your Organization

DEI

2013

Panel Discussion

Military Justice and the Constitution

2008

Army ROTC Invitation Lecture

Combat Leadership

Publications

2008

Mississippi College Law Review, 28 Miss. C. L. Rev. 461 (2009) Morphing Relators into Commercial Spies: Rockwell International Corp. v. United States

Languages

English

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