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David S. Hendrickson
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Biography
Prior enlisted infantry Marine, combat tested NCO, and highly successful Army JAG trial lawyer.
The Law Office of David S. Hendrickson is a Honolulu, Hawaii based law firm which defends US Military service members worldwide who are facing court martial or adverse administrative action. David S. Hendrickson is the founder and Managing Attorney. This firm does not focus on appeals, it focuses on winning at trial.
Mr. Hendrickson has a high rate of success with courts martial, having won numerous complex trials, to include murder, rape, sexual assault, drugs, aggravated assault, and undercover sting operations, among others. He has also been very successful with NJP (Article 15) defense and adverse administrative actions such as GOMOR rebuttals (Army) and administrative separations in all branches.
Due to the high concentration of military personnel in Hawaii, Mr. Hendrickson undertands the need for state attorneys to consider the ramifications of civilian legal proceedings on military careers. This led him to take on Hawaii state cases where he has continued a solid track record of success, to include achieving acquittals or case dismissals involving murder, negligent homicide, sexual assault, assault, harassment, and DUIs, among others.
The view at the Law Office of David S. Hendrickson is that the combination of state and military cases strengthens the practice of defending the military, as the practice in one area expands the possible defenses in the other. Regardless of the type of case, Mr. Hendrickson is absolutely dedicated to defending all clients with a personalized and most zealous defense possible. That's a guarantee.
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Payment Methods
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Licensed in Hawaii for 6 years
State: Hawaii
Acquired: 2019
No misconduct found
Licensed in Utah for 16 years
State: Utah
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of David S. Hendrickson LLLC
1003 Bishop Street, Suite 2700, Honolulu, HI, 96813
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Posted by Chris | May 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Military Law
Hero!
Attorney David S Hendrickson flawlessly represented me during an Administrative separation board for Article 120. His attention to detail, ability to cross examining the witness, and great dedication resulted in proving my innocence. During the cross examination with the witness, Attorney Hendrickson...
Posted by anonymous | November 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best criminal lawyer in Hawaii
Absolutely amazing I was very upset as I got criminal citation for just walking on beach was able to get case dismissed.
Posted by Scott | July 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Military Law
Extremely professional and competent
I asked for Mr. Henderson’s help with getting a rebuttal together for a military General Officer Memorandum of Reprimand. From the moment I hired Mr. Henderson, I had 7 calendar days to craft and deliver a rebuttal letter that would act as my defense to a two star General Officer. Mr. Henderson waste...
David S. Hendrickson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I hired, supervised and worked with David when he was a new attorney. He has a great legal mind and the ability to communicate his position with opposing counsel as well as explain the system and the specifics of a case to the client. He sat second chair with me on a trial and the client and I were both glad he was part of the defense team. I've stayed in touch with David after he left our firm and rejoined the military. I've enjoyed hearing of his litigation experiences over the years but I was not surprised to hear about the number of victories he's secured for his clients. He's smart, extremely competent and an overall great guy who provides his client's an A+ defense."
Greg Law
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2023
Client's Choice, Avvo
2021
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2018
Army Commendation Medal, United States Army
2017
Army Commendation Medal, United States Army
2015
Meritorious Service Medal, United States Army
2015
Overseas Service Ribbon, United States Army
2015
Korea Defense Service Medal, United States Army
2013
Army Commendation Medal, United States Army
2012
Afghanistain Campaign Medal, United States Army
2012
Meritorious Unit Commendation (Permanent Wear), United States Army
2012
Army Commendation Medal, United States Army
2011
Afghanistan Campaign Medal, United States Army
2011
Gold Spurs, United States Army - 1st Cavalry Divison
2009
Top Student - Trial Advocacy/Mock Trial, Western State University College of Law
2008
Witkin Award for Academic Excellence, The Witkin Legal Institute
2007
Quarterfinalist - National Moot Court (Appellate) Competition, Pepperdine University - Caruso School of Law
2006
Best Oralist - Criminal Law Moot Court (Appellate) Competition, Western State University College of Law
2003
Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, United States Marine Corps
2003
Iraq Campaign Medal, United States Marine Corps
2003
Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, United States Marine Corps
2003
Presidential Unit Citation (Permanent Wear), United States Marine Corps
2003
Combat Action Ribbon, United States Marine Corps
2002
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, United States Marine Corps
Work Experience
2010 - 2018
Judge Advocate, United States Army
1997 - 2005
Marine Infantry Rifleman (0311) - Platoon Sergeant, United States Marine Corps
Associations
1997 - Present
U.S. Department of Veterans AffairsMember
Sample of Legal Cases
General Court Martial (Army) - Sexual Assault/Assault/Cruelty and Maltreatment of Subordinate
Not Guilty
General Court Martial (USMC) - Domestic Abuse
Charges Withdrawn and Dismissed
General Court Martial (Army) - Attempted Sexual Assault of a Child/Lewd Communications (Undercover Sting Operation)
Not Guilty
General Court Martial (Army) - Murder
Charges Withdrawn and Dismissed
Administrative Separation Board (Army) - Sexual Assault
Retained in Service
General Court Martial (Navy) - Rape/Sexual Assault
Not Guilty
Board of Inquiry (Navy Officer) - Dereliction of Duty
Retained in Service
Hawaii Criminal Court - Murder
Not Guilty
General Court Martial (Army) - Sexual Assault
Not Guilty
Article 15/NJP (USAF) - Child Abuse
Not Guilty
General Court Martial (USAF) - Sexual Assault
Charges Withdrawn and Dismissed
Hawaii Criminal Court - Sexual Assault/Harassment
Case Dismissed
Hawaii Criminal Court - Possession of Switchblade at Airport
No Action - Case Dismissed
General Court Martial (Army) – Sexual Assault/Assault/Cruelty and Maltreatment of a Subordinate
Not Guilty
General Court Martial (USAF) - Sexual Assault
Charges Withdrawn and Dismissed
Special Court Martial (USMC) - Aggravated Assault
Not Guilty
GOMOR Rebuttal (Army) - Assault
Reprimand Withdrawn and Destroyed
Flying Evaluation Board (Army) - Failure to Comply with Standards
Flying Status Retained
Administrative Separation Board (Army) - Violation of Weapons Policy/Failure to Repair
Retained in Service
Article 15/NJP (Army) - Drug Use
Not Guilty
Special Court Martial (Army) - Cruelty and Maltreatment of Subordinates
Not Guilty
GOMOR Rebuttal (Army) - Child Abuse
Reprimand Withdrawn and Destroyed
General Court Martial (Army) - Attempted Sexual Assault of a Child/Lewd Communications (Undercover Sting Operation)
Charges Withdrawn and Dismissed
Board of Inquiry (Army Officer) - Larceny/Drug Use
Retained in Service
GOMOR Rebuttal (Army) - Assault
Reprimand Withdrawn and Destroyed
General Court Martial (Army) – Forcible Rape
Not Guilty
Education
2009
Western State College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
University of Utah
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2022
Defending Sex Crimes
Criminal Law
2020
Implicit Bias in Hawaii's Legal System - Are We Different From the Mainland?
Ethics
2020
DUI Law in the Time of COVID-19
Criminal Law
2020
Defending a Hawaii OVUII/DUI Case
Criminal Law
2018
Veterans Roundtable: Legal Issues Involving PTSD
Criminal Law
2017
The Taming of the Shrew: Using Dialogue to Create Professionalism and Civility
Negotiations
2017
Law Review Symposium 2016-2017: Bystander Dilemma: The Holocaust, War Crimes, And Sexual Assaults
Military Law
2016
Human Trafficking: Architectures of Understanding, Enforcement and Aid
Criminal Law
2016
Human Trafficking: An Important Public Health Care Concern for the Youth of our State & Nation
Criminal Law
2016
33rd Annual Fordham Debate: A Lively Debate on the Legalization of Marijuana
Criminal Law
2014
The Other Side of Reproductive Rights: The Untold Story and Ethics of Modern Eugenics
Ethics
2013
Law Review Symposium 2012-2013: Legal and Ethical Limits of Technological Warfare
Military Law
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
If I got an administrative discharge in the military and no court martial what happens?
19 Feb 2021
Q&A
I have issue in renewing my passport ?
19 Feb 2021
Q&A
Is it illegal to carry someone else's I.d.?
11 Feb 2021