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Divorce
Child Support
Please be advised that JAG Defense does not handle cases related to divorce, custody, alimony, child support, or any other aspect of domestic relations law.
Spousal Support

Criminal Defense
Michael (Mike) Hanzel is “Of Counsel” with JAG Defense. A native of Richmond, Virginia, Mr. Hanzel graduated from the University of Virginia in 1999 and the top-10 ranked University of Virginia School of Law in 2005. In between college and law school, he served as a legislative assistant to a member of the British House of Commons, drafting legislation that modernized the United Kingdom’s child sex offender laws and gaining valuable experience in the political side of the lawmaking process as well as criminal law. He then spent two years as a journalist, working at The Associated Press, as a sportswriter for the Richmond Times-Dispatch and as a columnist for ESPN, while contributing to numerous other websites and publications.
DUI/DWI
Client Defense Contractor employee retained our assistance for a "Reapplication after Denial," with the previous clearance being denied under Adjudicative Guideline G – Alcohol Consumption as a result of excessive consumption for many years, five DUIs, diagnosis as alcohol dependent, and then continuing to consume alcohol notwithstanding such diagnosis. After ceasing consumption of alcohol and providing documented proof of such cessation, along with changes in behavior indicative of sobriety, we were able to assist client in being approved for a new clearance.
Sex Crimes
At JAG Defense, our experienced military defense lawyers have successfully defended countless members of all branches of military service against allegations of sex crimes. Working with forensic experts, we exhaustively research each and every case to determine the most effective defense possible and secure the very best possible outcome. We invite you to review our Military Sex Offense Representative Cases for a sampling of some of the successes we have been able to achieve.
Fraud
Staff Sergeant in the Air Force received Statement of Reasons (SOR) containing allegations of wire fraud. JAG Defense successfully mitigated concerns demonstrating that the member believed the funds in question were income generated from her partner’s business and were meant to cover childcare expenses and no charges were filed. Clearance retained. Category: Security Clearance Success Stories
Theft
Drug Crimes
Mid-Atlantic: Army Reservist received Statement of Reasons (SOR) alleging underage drinking, driving under the influence, illegal drug possession and carrying another’s CAC card while active duty. JAG Defense assisted with SOR Response and successfully mitigated concerns with incidents that had occurred years prior. Clearance retained. Category: Security Clearance Success Stories
Assault
Reserve O-5 issued Letter of Intent (LOI) to revoke clearance after having recently favorably appealed a previous revocation of security clearance and granting of clearance with caution. Initial denial was based upon allegations of child emotional and physical abuse, arrests for assault, assault and battery, domestic assault, assault and battery on a family member and obstruction of justice on five different occasions. Within two weeks of the previous granting of the clearance with caution, the officer was charged with felony hit and run as well as reports being received of the officer engaging in an inappropriate personal relationship outside of marriage and the unauthorized disclosure of classified information to that person. Coincidental with these issues arising in the military context, client was in the process of obtaining adjudication for a clearance as a civilian employee of a different Federal Agency. After presentation of a response package, in answer to the LOI, to the Military Service’s Central Adjudication Facility the CLEARANCE was REINSTATED, again with caution, and without the necessity of a personal appearance before an Administrative Judge. The client was then able to submit the response to the military LOI to the other Federal Agency and obtain a clearance. Category: Uncategorized
Murder
A Navy Sailor was charged with attempted murder, aggravated assault and rape following an altercation with his girlfriend. The charges included allegations that he punched, strangled, and smothered his girlfriend before slamming her head into the floor until she lost consciousness. The girlfriend then claimed that the Sailor raped her while she was unconscious. During the incident, the girlfriend managed to call a friend’s voicemail, which captured the audio of the Sailor yelling and making threats, as well as the sound of a physical altercation. There was also significant DNA and other forensic evidence collected by NCIS, as well as witnesses who heard the physical altercation. After being charged by the Navy and while awaiting a court-martial, the Sailor was involved in a second altercation with a different girlfriend, which led to additional charges of aggravated assault. The Sailor was facing the possibility of life imprisonment and a sex offender registration. Prior to JAG Defense involvement, the most favorable pretrial offer from the prosecution was that the Sailor had to plead guilty to all charges in order to receive a confinement cap of 12 years. The Sailor’s family hired JAG Defense to represent him at his court-martial. Over a period of months, JAG Defense negotiated an initial pretrial deal where the government agreed to dismiss the attempted murder charge and all but one assault charge for each victim. The government intended to attempt to prove the rape charge. During the course of our preparation to contest the rape charge, JAG Defense uncovered DNA evidence that was extremely damaging to the government’s case and definitively proved that the victim had lied about the sexual assault. As a result, the government dismissed the rape charge the night before the Sailor’s court-martial was to begin. Result: Attempted Murder and Rape Charges Dismissed. Client guilty only of lesser assault charges and will be released from confinement in less than a year. No sex offender registration. Category: Military Success Stories
Identity Theft
Our client was charged with raping/sexually assaulting his wife. Immediately following the alleged incident, our client’s wife went to the hospital where medical personnel treated her for an injury in her vaginal area. In addition, our client allegedly made statements admitting that he raped his wife to his best friend and to a marital counselor. JAG Defense was retained after the Article 32 hearing and after charges had been referred to trial by General Court-Martial. Our investigation identified numerous inconsistent statements by our client’s ex-wife, as well as multiple motives to fabricate her allegations, to include adulterous relationships and her identity theft/credit card fraud using our client’s identity. Armed with this information, we were able to negotiate an alternate disposition on behalf of our client, which included the government’s agreement to WITHDRAW and DISMISS all charges against our client – No Conviction, No Sex Offender Registration, No Confinement, and No Punitive Discharge. Further, we were able to negotiate a General (Under Honorable Conditions) characterization for our client, which guarantees his continued eligibility for Veterans’ Benefits. Category: Military Success Stories
Kidnapping
Our client was a Platoon Sergeant accused of sexually assaulting numerous junior female Soldiers within his Platoon, as well as kidnapping. The fact that there were multiple female Soldiers independently making very similar allegations against our client created a very difficult and dangerous situation for our client. Our client was facing a sex offender registration, confinement for life, and a dishonorable discharge. Through lengthy negotiations with the chain of command, we were able to convince the Commanding General to WITHDRAW and DISMISS the most serious charges against our client, including the sexual assault and kidnapping charges. Our client pleaded guilty only to assault and battery and having inappropriate relationships with female Soldiers in his Platoon. Result: Our client will serve only 50 days of confinement, and will not have to register as a sex offender. Category: Military Success Stories
Extortion
Two years ago, in the midst of high-profile Air Force sexual assaults, I needed a military defense lawyer because a junior officer whom I'd dated was threatening to falsely extort me for rape if I didn't help her get a preferred assignment. She had approached me and wanted me to produce results immediately. I quickly interviewed three lawyers and it was very clear from the start that Mr. Baxley had the experience and expertise necessary to guide me through the convoluted military legal system. Within hours, Mr. Baxley formed a sound legal strategy to guide us through the political and legal battle to come. I reported this individual for her extortion attempt but unfortunately the Air Force came after me for sexual assault. Over the next 1.5 years Mr. Baxley represented and helped me prepare for everything to come; OSI interviews, Article 32 court proceedings, and my conduct at work. All of which proved to be instrumental to the final result. During the Article 32 proceedings, Mr. Baxley was able to pinpoint key irregularities in my accuser's statements that greatly discredited her claims of a sexual assault. He was also able to bring out vital information from key witnesses to further question my accuser's claims. Mr. Baxley's remarkable handling of my case before and after the Article 32 led to a negotiation with a 4-star general that resulted in the charges being withdrawn and dismissed with prejudice. I could not have received a better defense than the one presented by Mr. Baxley. Mr. Baxley knew the military legal system and understood the political environment surrounding this issue. He was a flawless litigator and also perfectly navigated behind the scenes to get the best possible result. I wholeheartedly recommend Mr. Baxley when choosing a military defense lawyer. You will not find a better lawyer who will work harder for you.
Hit and Run

Business and Corporate Law

Business Disputes

Sexual Harassment
Navy O-5 Commanding Officer was relieved of command due to allegations of sexual harassment and conduct unbecoming an officer. At his Board of Inquiry, JAG Defense demonstrated that the allegations against our client had been greatly exaggerated by his accusers, and that the investigation into his alleged behavior was rushed, one-sided, and incomplete. JAG Defense also presented compelling evidence of our client's otherwise exceptional 22+ year Naval career. Result: The O-6 member panel voted 3-0 to RETAIN our client in the U.S. Navy.

Trusts and Estates

Estate Planning
Mr. Langemo began his legal career as an intern in the Grand Forks County State’s Attorney’s Office. While in law school, Mr. Langemo began prosecuting cases and learned the inter workings of a prosecutor’s office. After graduating from law school, Mr. Langemo was commissioned as a First Lieutenant in the United States Air Force Judge Advocate General’s Corp (JAG). In the Judge Advocate General’s Corps, he first served as Chief of Contract Law and Legal Assistance Attorney then the Chief of Adverse Actions at Seymour Johnson AFB, North Carolina. As a Legal Assistance Attorney, he worked as a general practitioner in areas such as contract disputes, estate planning and family law.

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