I was up against eight specifications of a bogus Art. 120 charge and an Art. 134 charge as a Captain (O3). I called UCMJDefender and Joselyn immediately brought Sean in on the consultation call to begin working through my case. Throughout the process Sean was checking in to ensure that I was doing al...right and to update me on my case. His firm brought in excellent consultants and experts to testify on my behalf. Throughout the trial he and my team overwealmingly showed that the government's' case was weak and I was found Not Guilty of the Article 120 charge; additionally he inserted case law that would trigger an appellate review and trial, he plays chess where the government prosecutors are playing checkers.

I was a US Navy LTJG (O-2) up against criminal charges punishable by UCMJ Article 120, 134, and 92: Sexual harassment/assault, distribution of alcohol to a minor, and conduct unbecoming of an officer. This could amount to up to 25 years in prison. I could not believe it. I thought my career was ov...er. I thought I would never find another job again. I thought my life my life was over. If you are wondering when to get a lawyer, the answer is immediately upon hearing there is an investigation going on, EVEN if you are still going to work and showing up to quarters at your command. When I heard about my allegations, I contacted Sean Mangan. Upon hearing my story of what happened, Sean looked me in the eye and calmly said, “I’m confident I can provide the services you need.” And he delivered. He organized his own investigation on what happened, and the nature of the people involved. He has his own team working on gathering as much information as possible. He collected positive evidence that could help at a court martial or administrative separation board. He went above and beyond and was ready to fight for me BEFORE anything was heard from the investigative team – NCIS. He moves quick to drive the process down a favorable path. As a retired Lieutenant Colonel (O-5) in the Army, not only did he surprise me when he knows all branches of the military (Army, Navy, Coast Guard, etc.), but HE KNOWS PEOPLE ON THE INSIDE from all his years of service that can help MOVE THE CASE TO A MORE FAVORABLE POSITION. For me, I went from a possible general court marshal to my command taking no legal action NOR administrative action against me. This is why it is important to HIRE SEAN EARLY ON, not just to dampen the legal blow to your life, but to also save money so you don’t go to a court martial. Through the next 6 months of silence, there were points I broke down, points where I needed to know what was next, and points where I required immediate assistance. He was there for all of it. He handled my insecurities about the process with calmness, professionalism, and constant assurance that everything was going to be alright. Not every lawyer will pick up the phone at 8:30 PM while he is at a dinner party to answer a quick question. Most lawyers do not even give out their phone numbers, so you have to leave a message with their paralegal. TLDR – If you want to win, hire Sean.

Though my case was relatively minor, it had career changing ramifications I just couldn't afford to suffer. Sean took my case seriously and acted swiftly, bringing it to a very favorable conclusion. His experience from his time as a former JAG lawyer shone, and was glad to have the full backing of a ...retired JAG Lieutenant Colonel. I would gladly utilize his services again.

Due to a pending EO related UCMJ, I saw my career flash before my eyes. I was terrified and I felt like there was nobody who actually cared about my side of the story. I contacted five attorney's offices before I was referred to Sean through Jocelyn Stewart's website.. Every attorney i talked to befo...re Sean was pushy, rude, expensive, and most of all, judgemental. I talked to Sean for the first time in my barracks room for 20 minutes with the shower on. I almost cried after the call because he was so nice and understanding. He didn't even mention payment on the first call. Throughout the entire UCMJ process, I frequently texted and called Sean. (he didn't like being called sir) He answered every question I had. I asked him every question that popped into my head. Anything ranging from 'what do I do when I get kicked out?' To 'how is this going to affect my career?' The latter question I asked after I received a verbal reprimand as punishment. To put it plainly, Sean saved my career. I can not begin to describe what Sean did for me. He defended me in the right way. He listened first and asked questions second. I read his memo to my commander and there wasn't one exaggeration nor a falsity or any play on words. Sean took me in as a terrified private and plainly stated my defense to my commander. Most importantly, he never judged me. Sean saved my career and I will never forget him and what he did for me