Ernesto C. Gapasin Jr.

Attorney Ernesto was an amazing Lawyer. He worked hard and was so attentive to my case. He fought for my case like I would have fought for myself if I had the skills. He is intelligent and knows a lot about Military Law. He took into account my unique situation and molded the way he worked to my need...s as a customer. He made me feel confident and like my case mattered. I would highly suggest him to anyone dealing with a military situation or other situations that could use a defense Lawyer. He does all of his research and does not like to lose! If you want a great chance at winning he is the Attorney to have in your court.

In May 2017 my son, an active duty E5, was served with charges, Violation of UCMJ Article 120. (RAPE). As his father, I knew he was going to need a very good attorney with experience in military courts and procedures. We conducted a diligent search, via the internet, and found Ernesto Gapasin and his... firm. My son and I were confident from our research Mr. Gapasin was well qualified to handle his case. I was fairly certain when I contacted his office, that it would take several days before we heard back from Mr. Gapasin. We were pleasantly surprised when he called us in less than 24 hours. During our initial conversation with Mr. Gapasin he was professional, compassionate, and down to earth. Mr. Gapasin was up front from the very beginning about what my son could expect as his case made it through the various procedures, motions, Article 32 hearing and unfortunately Court Martial, and final disposition. Mr. Gapasin also explained the services his office provides and his legal fees. It was a relief to know the financial burden was not going to break the bank. Even before Mr. Gapasin was retained, he began helping my son to prepare for the legal battle he was about to face. Mr. Gapasin traveled to my son's base to meet with him and stayed in touch with him throughout the legal process. During the court process, Mr. Gapasin was worth every dime we spent on his services. From the motions he filed, to the examination of witnesses at the Article 32 hearing and the Court Martial that followed, Mr. Gapasin was well prepared and effective. It took 7 months to go through all of the court processes. As a result of Mr. Gapasin's efforts on my son's behave, the Article 32 hearing officer recommended all charges be dropped. The military JAG office went forward to Court Martial, despite the recommendations of the hearing officer. At the Court Martial, Mr. Gapasin's trial experience was evident. As a father, I could not have asked for a better attorney to advocate for my son. Due greatly to Mr. Gapasin's efforts on his behave, my son was found NOT GUILTY. If you are facing the criminal process through the military, I highly recommend you contact Mr. Gapasin and his firm about representation. You will not find another attorney that will fight for you as well and as effectively as Mr. Gapasin.

I was being accused of 3 charges which were 1:"without authority absent himself from his unit," 2. "with intent to deceive sign an official document," 3." forgery of a supervisors signature." I went before a Summery Court Martial and was found innocent of both the forgery of a supervisors signature a...nd intentionally signing a official document. Because of such a great outcome Im hopeful now my command will not further any more action against me as I was only found guilty for a minor charge. Because a Summary Court Martial is so unique having Ernesto there to fight on my behalf is the only way that I could have beat 2 out of the 3 charges. Because Im stationed in Okinawa Japan there are no legal defense lawyers here to fight my case for me and I was dependent on calling and learning the laws and rules from a JAG officer stationed over in Korea. Because It was a Summery Court Martial and that there are no military defense lawyers stationed over here in Okinawa Japan for the Army I was being forced to represent myself as the Defense lawyers in Korea were busy doing larger Special Court Martial's in Korea and are not required to represent a soldier in a Summery Court Martial. I was over whelmed with the situation as my command was punishing me administratively as well during this whole time. I talked with Ernesto and he was willing to fly out here to Okinawa Japan and fight my case for me in the Summery Court Martial. I can't tell you enough how grateful I was to him for flying out here from the U.S. and doing all the proceedings on my behalf. If I would have tried to represent myself I would have been found guilty of all the charges as I had no idea of how the military law trials work. Ernesto's willingness to fly out here and represent me has given me a chance to stay in the Army. I have no regrets in hiring him. I did my research on civilian lawyers in trying to find a good lawyer. Ernesto eats, breaths, and sleeps military law. Even if you have several allegations stacked up against you as I had and he is unable to beat them all you can rest assure that with Ernesto you will have a better outcome then if you would have hired anyone else. If i ever get into trouble again while being in the military, Ernesto Gapasin is who I will call. I strongly will recommend Ernesto Gapasin to all my friends if they ever find themselves in any case dealing with Military law.

After being accused of multiple charges by the Military I knew I had to hire the best. After a lot of research and talking to many lawyers I choose Mr. Gapasin. He was there for me whenever I needed him during my court martial. He fought tooth and nail to prove my innocence of crimes that were col...laborated by other soldiers. These charges could have ruined my life and my career. However Mr. Gapasin with his hard charging tactics and experience shown during court. Final outcome was not guilty, I couldn't be happier and thank you Mr. Gapasin for standing by me through all of this. Now I can continue my career and be there for my family all because of you. If you want the best and someone that will put in the extra work then Mr.Gapasin is the right man for you. Thank you again, you have saved my life.

I was charged with multiple offenses under the UCMJ based on a 15-6 Investigation from my chain of command that led to a general court martial with me facing over 40 years of confinement and sex offender registration. From the moment of consulting Mr. Gapasin to hire him for my defense until the end... of the court martial he informed me of every course of action that he was going to take throughout the whole process including me in the decision making. During the court martial Mr. Gapasin proved that not only the accuser but the witnesses were incredible and dishonest. In the end I was found NOT GUILTY of all charges and specifications! Words or actions cannot show the gratitude I have towards Mr. Gapasin, I truly feel that without his experience and dedication as a defense attorney I would not be able to be with my family today. I highly recommend Mr. Gapasin to represent you!