I went to Patrick and his team after a previous eight months of being led down a path towards separation. I accepted an NJP under the impression and advice from a Defense Counsel that retention was inevitable. After my CO recommended retention I continued to work hard, served honorably, and awaited t...o officially put one mistake behind me in order to move forward in my career. I was then notified months later that I was recommended for separation at the three star level. At this point when my entire command recommended I resign I sought consultation with Patrick. From that point forward I was made confident nothing was final and we could fight this. The team helped me develop the rebuttal and took the legal process out of my hands. Again for another six months I waited for a response, but the team consistently checked in with me and doing so kept me on course for success. Finally in the end the impossible happened, I was given a second chance and retained. I hold no doubt that this was due to Patrick and the team. Semper Fi.

Patrick, and team, have been by my side for the better part of a year. I hired him in response to an alleged article 92 violation geared towards fraternization. Frankly, I was the subject of a witch-hunt and my command had made me out to be some kind of super villain. Being stationed in Japan th...ere is a 14-15 hour time difference, but anytime I called someone would answer the phone. I have had attorneys before that were next to impossible to get in contact with after I hired them, not the case with Patrick. Which went a long way in making me feel confident in my decision to hire him. Patrick is one of the few attorneys that will set a fixed, not hourly, price. I did not have to pay him per email or phone conversation, which is typical with other law firms. The price for his services was well beyond fair, especially when you tally up all the hours he put into my case. Patrick never pushed me towards a decision. He would present options and weigh pros and cons with me. Whatever choices I made, he was ready to formulate a battle plan. Before going to court, he would run me through possible courtroom scenarios, which paid off during the trial. When we had our day in court, I could not have gotten a better outcome. He kept me from losing my rank, my honorable discharge and my money. Best of all, I finally felt vindicated, which was the most important. Lastly, I would like to thank Michael McLain (office manager) for answering the phone when I would call at 3 in the morning.

When I first spoke with Mr. McClain he was driving and his office had patched me through. I was anxious because my command was investigating me for a positive urinalysis. I had been going through it for about four months and by then I was concerned for my career, livelihood and family. When I spoke w...ith Patrick I instantly felt a sense of relief. I had been trying to learn law, military instructions and chemistry in the course of three months. I was managing everything alone, a single mother active duty, trying to advocate for myself without actually knowing how. In a nutshell I was stressed out and overwhelmed. Patrick was experienced, professional and attentive. All of which was a relief to have since I was in a place where I was not receiving that. The rule of thumb may be innocent until proven guilty but that was not how things were being handled. Patrick and his staff answered all my questions and anytime an issue popped up they were ready to guide me and reassure me. I even struggled with financially paying Patrick and they worked with me on that too. Patrick's experience in the military and as a civilian lawyer would have been enough for me to hire him. But his compassion, patience and vigor is what made me know I made the right choice. He treated me like one of his own, sat down with me long enough to hear my story and made me feel heard. Years of silence and I finally felt validated. Patrick was kind but also fair and he did not hesitate to tell you what you needed to hear. I had been going through this legal nightmare for over 8 months before I finally had enough and hired Patrick. Which he patiently waited for me to decide while still helping me. Patrick believed in my case when no one else did and he worked with me when problems came up. More so he conducted my trial clean and crisp while making it look effortless. My trial was hard but it felt good having someone like Patrick sitting beside me. I was able to feel prepared for my trial while also keeping my composure and military bearing the whole time. Which gives me a sense of pride. I could not have gone through this without Patrick. Certainly not with poise. I went in to trial trusting Patrick and following his instruction. Always making me a member of the team. Always considering what I thought. I can't say that this experience was a good one. But Patrick made it as good as it could have gone. I walked away exonerated but what I experienced from this was an immense sense of growth. I was able to let go of things that were stopping me from finding peace. I was able to find some healing from this. I cannot say is go through this again but I'm a different person than I was walking into the courtroom. I now believe instead of just know that having a good life is a choice. Not a circumstance. I learned to be content with myself despite the ugliness. It's a freeing feeling. There's power in that. I might not ever be the mcpon of the Navy. But I am a better person and have a better understanding of what it means to have integrity. It's not just following regulations and obeying orders, or doing the right thing when no one is watching. It's choosing to have compassion for people, be kind, and choose to stand by them to make sure thier rights are being respected and holding everyone accountable for their actions and responsibilities. I could not have done that as eloquent as Patrick. I hope I don't ever need a lawyer again. However is I do it'll be Patrick.

I reached out to Patrick for help while facing separation from the military under other than honorable conditions. It was a dark time, I was feeling completely overwhelmed and helpless. My entire career was served with absolute honor and I held my service in the highest reverence. My character an...d career were both being viciously attacked by the organization I️ had dedicated 16 years of my life to. I could not afford to hope for the best and take a chance with a JAG appointed attorney. I began searching for the best military defense attorney, which is how I discovered Patrick McLain. This was not an easy case for Patrick to accept. The prosecutor had built a case on a stack of wildly politically incorrect and inflammatory accusations. Patrick and his staff took the time to really get to know me while my case slowly dragged forward almost a year. He and his team checked in with me weekly to provide updates and make themselves available to answer any questions or concerns that I may have had. During such a stressful period of my life, it was reassuring to know his entire staff was accessible throughout the case. Patrick quickly earned my trust and confidence. It was apparent that both he and his staff sincerely believed in “our case.” Patrick took absolute charge and his staff tirelessly assisted to ensure all parties involved had a clear picture of all of the facts, rules, and regulations surrounding the case. All of the reviews you read about Patrick are from clients that have been in the legal trenches with him. When Patrick accepts a mission, his weapon is truth. He genuinely cares, commits total dedication to the case and his client. He’s not afraid to tell you what you need to hear. And he’s not afraid to roll up his sleeves and fight for his clients. Throughout the case, Patrick offered expert advice and ensured everyone involved was thoroughly prepared for the day of the hearing. With Patrick’s experience and the courage of a Spartan, he was able to prove the government's case was all smoke and no fire. We received a unanimous decision in our favor. My family and I sincerely thank Patrick for being a pillar of strength and a defender of the truth.

Patrick McLain stuck by my side for 8 long months during my case in which I was accused of violation of Article 112a. I was ultimately given a trial by Special Court Martial and thanks to his superb defense I received a Not Guilty verdict. Throughout the entire process he never tired and always kept ...me focused on the task at hand.