Defending those who defend us! The criminal defense of active duty military around the world.
Military Justice Attorneys' Managing Partner, Gerald Healy, has spent his entire career in the courtroom, prosecuting and defending active duty military.
Commissioned as a Judge Advocate into the United States Marine Corps in 2004, Healy earned a reputation as a fierce and tireless advocate for his clients. After rising to the position of Senior Defense Counsel for Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, Captain Healy secured a notable number of acquittals in a jurisdiction boasting a 95% conviction rate and successfully argued the unlawful command influence of the Commandant of the Marine Corps in 2012. Healy represented dozens of military clients in cases ranging from drug use and sexual assault to fraud and espionage over nearly a decade of experience before his honorable discharge from the Marines in 2012.
Since his discharge, Mr. Healy, has successfully created and grew Military Justice Attorneys, PLLC into a major player in military law/justice practice area. Over the past three years, Mr. Healy, has represented all service branches across the country, and has maintained a very high acquittal rate. With notable full acquittals in sexual assault cases in Ft. Bragg, Ft. Stewart, Shaw AFB, Marine Corps Recruiting Depot, Parris Island, and Camp Pendleton.
With experience as both a military lawyer and a civilian defense attorney, Healy brings a unique perspective to the complex, formidable sphere of military law.
Mr. Healy is an avid runner, and golfer, as well as a sports enthusist. He is also active in his community governance, acting as member of the legal committee.
Practice areas
Defending active duty servicemembers suspected of UCMJ violations
13 years, 500 cases
Defending active duty servicemembers suspected of violating Punitive Article 120 of the UCMJ
13 years, 60 cases
Defending active duty servicemembers suspected of committing violent acts, such as aggravated assault, robbery, arson
13 years, 60 cases
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CT | Active | 2008 | 02/25/2021 |
Legal answers | 300 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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10 Best for Client Satisfaction | American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys | 2016 |
10 Best | American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys | 2016 |
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40 | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2015 |
10 Best | American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys | 2015 |
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40 | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2014 |
10 Best | American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys | 2014 |
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Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal | United States Marine Corps | 2012 |
Navy Unit Commendation Medal | United States Marine Corps | 2012 |
Finalist for Defense Counsel of the Year | United States Marine Corps | 2012 |
Global War on Terrorism Service Ribbon | United States Marine Corps | 2009 |
National Defense Service Medal | United States Marine Corps | 2004 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner/Partner | Healy Law Group, LLC | 2019 - Present |
Owner/Managing Partner | Military Justice Attorneys, LLC | 2012 - Present |
Senior Defense Counsel | United States Marine Corps | 2009 - 2012 |
Trial Counsel | United States Marine Corps | 2008 - 2009 |
Special Assistant United States Attorneys Office | United States Marine Corps | 2008 - 2009 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys | Member | 2016 - Present |
ABA General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Section | Member | 2014 - Present |
National Legal Aid and Defender Association | Member | 2012 - Present |
ABA Military Law Section | Member | 2012 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
Oldfield Community Club Legal Committee | Attorney Member | 2013 - 2013 |
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Publication name | Title | Date |
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Military Justice Attorneys Blog | Military Law: Understanding Article 112a | 2019 |
Military Justice Attorneys Blog | MANUFACTURER OF MILITARY EARPLUGS TO FACE THOUSANDS OF LAWSUITS | 2019 |
Military Justice Attorneys Blog | Understanding Special Court-Martials | 2019 |
Savannah DUI Blog | Can You Get a DUI Conviction Expunged? | 2019 |
Military Justice Attorneys Blog | An Overview of Military Separation Boards | 2019 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Naval Justice School | N/A | 2008 |
Suffolk University Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 2007 |
University of New Hampshire | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1999 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Life and Liberty in the Balance Annual Conference, Baltimore, MD | "Military Justice, what it is, and why it is a perfect fit in the virtual world" | 2014 |
9th Annual GPSolo National Solo & Small Firm Conference, San Antonio, TX | "Military Justice and why it is the perfect fit for the virtual world" | 2014 |
Life in the Balance Annual Conference, St. Louis, MO | "Miliutary Justice System 101" | 2012 |
Life in the Balance Annual Conference, St. Louis, MO | "Intelligent Waiver of Miranda" | 2012 |
Life in the Balance Annual Conference, St Louis, MO | "False Confessions" | 2012 |
Case name | Outcome |
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U.S. v. Fischer | Full Acquittal |
U.S. v. Heimpel | Functional Acquittal |
U.S. v. Arado | Full Acquittal |
U.S. v. Lorge | Functional Acquittal |
U.S. v. Pineda | Full Acquittal |
US v. Lenoir | Mistrial - Honorably discharged |
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US v. Smith,USMC | Full Acquittal |
US v. Helsel, USMC | Functional Acquittal; Conviction Vacated |
US v. Slivka, USMC | Dismissed W/O Prejudice |
US v. Mariott, USMC | Honorable Discharge |
US v. O'Hea | Honorable Discharge |
US v. Birley | Full Acquittal |
US v. Tyler, USMC | Functional Acquittal; No Punishment |
US v. Glenn, USN | Honorable Discharge |
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Paul Murray, Military law Attorney on Jun 13, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I worked with this attorney on multiple cases when I was a Military Defense Counsel. He is a true veteran in the practice of military law. He has seen great success in litigation and negotiation.
Valonne Ehrhardt, Military law Attorney on Mar 1, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Very experienced. Knows nuanced areas of military law. Thinks two-three steps ahead. An asset to any defense team. Definitely worth hiring.
Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
Bart Tomerlin, Military law Attorney on Dec 13, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I've known Gerald for over six years and I personally observed him while he attended the Naval Justice School. He is gifted trial lawyer who fights hard for every client! I highly recommend this lawyer.
Robert von Dohlen, Military law Attorney on Nov 12, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Matthew Simon, Litigation Attorney on Apr 11, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Healy's responses on Avvo are very insightful and helpful. He has a great understanding of the law. I endorse this lawyer without hesitation
Howard Lewis, Military law Attorney on Mar 18, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Healy is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recomend his legal services.
Andrew Cherkasky, Military law Attorney on Feb 1, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
A Marine's Marine. He has a strong military defense background and a very good sense of how to fight for his clients.
Gabriel Boenecke, Military law Attorney on Jan 24, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
An incredibly hard working, savvy, and effective litigator. Definitely recommend.
John Hafemann, Military law Attorney on Jan 14, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
He will fight for you when your command has turned their back on you. Highly recommend Mr. Healy.
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