Bethany Payton-O'Brien

Don King

Military law lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"OUTSTANDING ADVOCATE! I've known and worked with Beth for over twenty years, to include serving as co-counsel on a murder trial. I've worked with her when she was a prosecutor, a defense counsel, a military judge and an appellate judge. She's one of the most passionate, most knowledgable, most skilled attorneys practicing military law! Her breadth of experience, coupled with her tenacity and willingness to do battle on behalf of her clients, makes her my "go-to" choice for anyone needing this type of assistance."

Colleen Glaser-Allen

Military law lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I've known Beth for over 20 years. We first met as opposing counsel back in Norfolk, Virginia. Although I was a defense counsel and she was a prosecuting attorney; it was clear that justice was her objective and we became close professional colleagues despite our opposing sides. Although our positions have changed over the years including tours as trial and appellate judges; two things that have never changed are her legal prowess and integrity. Beth is a talented litigator who knows a military courtroom and the courts-martial process. And she never wavers from doing what is right and providing the best representation for her client -- it is part of her DNA. Both these attributes made her formidable in her naval service and will serve her well as a civilian attorney."

I. Charles McCullough,

Military law lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"I strongly endorse Beth. She is a skilled litigator with an encyclopedic knowledge of military law."

Donald Ostrom

Military law lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Bethany was trial cousel on a number of cases against me in 2005-2006 while practicing military law in the Southeast. I have seen her in motions practice, direct and cross examination, and sentencing arguments. In each area she was supurb. She was extreemely tenatious and agressive, but wise enough to apply this to the right issue and at the right time. She was also open, receptive, and took the time to consider any and all matters I presented in mitigation and extenuation for my clients. Her knowledge of the law is exceptional and I cannot think of a better counsel to have worked against."

Kevin O'Neil

Military law lawyer | Dec 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"Bethany Payton-O'Brien is an exceptional attorney with superior expertise in military criminal and administrative law. She passionately and professionally protects the rights of her clients. I highly recommend her to anyone facing a military law matter."

Diane Lamarand

Military law lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Co-worker

"Bethany is a leader in her field. In addition to her skills as a litigator and trial attorney she also has many years of experience in a diverse number of critical and complex areas. She also practices with the highest degree of professionalism and ethics."

Bruce Macdonald

Unknown lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I have known Beth Payton-O'Brien for over 18 years, and had the pleasure of working with her throughout her outstanding Navy career as a judge advocate. Beth consistently demonstrated the ability to analyze important legal and policy issues related to military justice, and provide recommendations that were always well thought out, principled and fair. Her superb work ethic, unsurpassed professional expertise and committed leadership consistently produced outstanding results for the many service members she served. A superb litigator, Beth is a stellar advocate for her clients. I most strongly recommend her to any one who has military law issues and wants a zealous advocate by their side. Bruce MacDonald Vice Admiral, JAGC, USN (Ret.) Former Judge Advocate General of the Navy"

David Peck

Military law lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Beth in numerous capacities throughout my 20-year career as a Navy Judge Advocate. She was one of my supervisory attorneys at the beginning of my career and I tried cases in front of her during her tenure as a Military Judge. Beth was highly regarded throughout the JAG corps as an expert in many areas of military law, but particularly as a zealous advocate and litigator, and a Military Justice expert."

Eugene Robinson,

Military law lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have worked with Beth in several capacities: initially, I was one of her supervisory judges; then she was an appellate judge reviewing my trial level decisions; and finally, we were peers as senior trial level judges. Regardless of the capacity, she has always been a consummate professional well-versed in the law! I often sought her sage advice on difficult issues. Highly recommended on any matters related to military justice!"

Adam Jaffe

Litigation lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She knows the rights of the accused and can analyze a situation clearly and succinctly in a manner that any client can use to help aid their cause."

Sean Timmons

Military law lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Bethany is an extremely intelligent attorney with a keen wisdom concerning all matters related to military law. As a former Judge in military courts Bethany brings a unique sage knowledge to her practice which will go a long way to helping everyone she represents. I highly endorse this attorney in the strongest possible manner as her tremendous experience is simply unmatched."

Ryan Sears

Military law lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Beth is a fantastic litigator with a peerless knowledge of, not only the military justice system, but also of the mindset of military juries and commanding officers. This unique understanding makes her an exceptionally effective litigator and she has my strongest endorsement in the field of military law."

Mathew Tully

Litigation lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Bethany is the consummate professional. She is highly ethical, tenacious, and a brilliant attorney."

Paul LeBlanc

Military law lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have known Beth for 25 years, most recently as fellow military judges. She is a dedicated, focused attorney. Her reasoning and research is laser-focused. She quickly identifies issues and a resolves them in the best interest of her clients. Beth's ethics are above reproach and I would highly recommend her to any potential client."