After I was accused of being derelict of my duties, my Company Commander wanted to administer a Company Grade Article 15 and a Bar to Re-enlist. To most, that isn't that big a deal, but to me, this was a huge issue! In my short seven years of service, I've never been late, in the wrong uniform, in th...e wrong place, missed formation, unshaved, individually received corrective training (smoked), or negatively counseled, but due to the lapse in judgment by one of my subordinate leaders, I was accused of being derelict. I take my military career very seriously and when faced with this unwarranted punishment, my wife did some research and found Mr. Carpenter and his team! Meeting him for the first time we instantly knew we were in great hands. From the very beginning, he was very confident, knowledgeable, and empathetic. Although I had a relatively simple case, he and his team treated it as seriously as I did. During my second Article 15 reading, I demanded a trial by Courts-Martial. Mr. Carpenter and his team worked diligently to get my case thrown out without ever going to Courts-Martial! Mr. Carpenter was able to devote time to speak to me and resolve my issue all while handling a trial abroad. Jason Greene, a lawyer on Mr. Carpenter's team also assisted me very much, taking my calls, listening to my concerns, and reassuring me that things were being handled properly behind the scenes. When I brought my case to TDS I was pleased to know that Stephen Carpenter was a well-known name. The manager at TDS reassured me that I was in great hands with Stephen Carpenter! I would recommend Mr. Carpenter to anyone who needs legal representation on his reputation alone. The outcome was as desired, having the Courts-Martial and Bar to Re-enlist dropped, I was unflagged and my promotable status was reinstated! My family and I truly thank you from the bottom of our hearts for saving my career and reputation as I continue to serve!

Highly recommend Mr. Carpenter for Army BOI. He was superb during trial and very precise against the prosecutor. Result: I was RETAINED to stay in the Army. He did the impossible and made it possible for my family and I. Jason and Stephen did a amazing teamwork. I will never forget them and will alwa...ys be thankful for what they did. Stephen is a Great person

I was caught in a whirlwind of false accusations and under investigation by NCIS. After eight months of not seeing my children due to a Military Protective Order, then another few months of not being able to communicate with or see my wife, it was obvious I needed more assistance than my appointed JA...G lawyer could provide. I contacted Mr. Carpenter after doing much research to find legal counsel that dealt specifically with the military. I was very impressed at my first meeting with him and retained his services for my defense. He immediately fought so I could visit with my family and, ultimately, had the MPO rescinded. NCIS found no evidence to support the accusations and, after 1-1/2 years of ruthless investigation, my case was not sent to Court Martial. However, my Commanding Officer decided to send me to Administrative Separation Board (ASB), potentially ending my career in the Navy. Once again, Mr. Carpenter was fast to act. Due to his broad knowledge of the military and his ability to bring the best out of my appointed JAG lawyer, Mr. Carpenter put on a stellar defense. He gathered statements from family, friends, and co-workers through countless hours of interviews. Although a typical ASB takes one day, mine was two days, due to the abundant defense evidence to be presented and Mr. Carpenter’s veritable arguments. The ASB members returned a verdict of No Basis and Retention, thus allowing me to stay in the Navy and fulfill my goal to retire. Mr. Carpenter, literally, saved my family and my entire career. He still contacts me months later to simply see how things are going and discuss my career path. I strongly recommend Mr. Carpenter and his team for any military legal situations.

I highly recommend using Attorney Stephen Carpenter for your legal needs. I contacted Attorney Carpenter after receiving notification of a General Officer Memorandum of Reprimand (GOMAR). Attorney Carpenter agreed to take my case despite his full caseload. He immediately submitted his rebuttal that... was used as facts for my Administrative Board Review. Attorney Carpenter rebuttal saved my 31 years of service in the United States Army.

Mr. Carpenter was the best attorney I could’ve hired for this case. He handled it with absolute care and precision and ensured that my worries/concerns were dealt with. He is very knowledgeable and was adamant on getting all the information necessary and presenting the proof to get the case closed in... a very timely manner. Highly recommend this Attorney/Law Firm if God forbid you ever find yourself in a situation such as this!