NAS JACKSONVILLE COURT-MARTIAL DEFENSE LAWYER

Florida Court-Martial Defense Lawyer

unmatched experience.

We win legal battles.

From our offices in Jacksonville, Florida, we represent members of the military in Jacksonville and throughout Florida.

Your Best Military Defense Law Firm In Northeast Florida

Korody Law is comprised of former JAG Military Officers with a combined total of more than 70 years military law experience. You can check out our attorneys here. Our attorneys include capital, death penalty qualified counsel (the highest qualification that can be earned in criminal law), counsel certified by the Judge Advocate General as experts and specialists in military justice (court-martial) litigation, and counsel that served for decades on active duty advising senior commanders on the spectrum of military justice issues.

Jacksonville-Based Military Defense — Not “Virtual” Representation

Korody Law, P.A. is based in downtown Jacksonville, Florida. We regularly represent service members whose cases originate from commands in and around Northeast Florida, including NAS Jacksonville, NS Mayport, and NSB Kings Bay.

70+ years combined military justice experience
Former Navy and Marine Corps JAG officers
Trial and litigation experience in military, state, and federal matters
Representation for Navy, Marine Corps, Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, and National Guard

Learn more: Meet Our Attorneys

When Should You Contact a Military Defense Lawyer?

Contact us immediately if any of the following are happening (or you suspect they’re coming):

NCIS / CGIS / OSI / CID wants to interview you (or you were asked to “come in”).
You were notified of a positive urinalysis, a search authorization, or asked to consent to a search.
Your command initiated a command investigation or you received allegations of misconduct.
You received NJP / Article 15 paperwork or were told you’re being “sent up.”
You received a charge sheet, an Article 32 hearing is pending, or a court-martial is being discussed.
You’re facing administrative separation, BOI (officer), or other adverse administrative action.
Your security clearance is being questioned, suspended, revoked, or denied.

Important: Do not give statements (including texts/emails/messages) to investigators or the chain of command without counsel.

What We Defend at NAS Jacksonville

We represent clients at all levels of the military justice process and related adverse actions, including:

General Courts-Martial
Special Courts-Martial
Summary Courts-Martial
Article 32 Preliminary Hearings
Nonjudicial Punishment (NJP / Article 15) hearings and appeals
Administrative separation boards and officer BOI proceedings
Pretrial confinement / Brig hearings and pretrial release advocacy
Security clearance defense and mitigation strategy

Common UCMJ Allegations We See at NAS Jacksonville

Every case is different, but investigations and adverse actions around NAS Jacksonville often involve one or more of the following categories:

Drug & urinalysis cases

Positive urinalysis allegations (wrongful use/possession)
Searches of barracks/vehicles/phones; consent issues
“CBD/Delta-8/supplement” defenses and unknowing ingestion theories (case-specific)

Domestic incidents & protective-order crossover

Allegations arising from off-base disputes, roommate/partner conflicts, or family incidents
Parallel civilian consequences (injunctions, no-contact orders, arrests) in Duval, Clay, and Nassau counties (we can represent you in both military and Florida court proceedings)
Command-directed restrictions and collateral admin actions such as no contact orders and military protective orders (MPOs)

Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment investigations

Sexual assault and sexual harassment allegations trigger specialized prosecution review and heightened scrutiny
Digital evidence issues (messages, photos, social media, geolocation)
Consent narrative disputes and impeachment/credibility development

Orders, conduct, and integrity allegations

Violation of orders, liberty restrictions, or no-contact directives
False official statement or documentation issues
Social media / conduct-related allegations

Larceny & financial allegations

Government property issues
Travel, GTCC, or allowance-related allegations (fact-dependent)

Early defense work matters: evidence preservation, interview strategy, digital forensics, witness development, and mitigation planning can change the trajectory before charges are preferred.

Modern Navy Prosecutions: The Office of Special Trial Counsel (OSTC)

Military justice has changed. For certain serious allegations—especially “covered offenses” (primarily personal violence-type offenses)—Navy cases may be handled through the Office of Special Trial Counsel (OSTC), a specialized prosecution organization created as part of recent reforms.

If your matter could involve OSTC, your defense strategy should begin early—before statements are made, evidence is locked in, and charging decisions are finalized.

Do I Need a Civilian Attorney If I’m Assigned Military Defense Counsel?

You have the right to keep appointed military defense counsel and hire civilian counsel. Many clients choose a team approach for additional expertise, responsiveness, and litigation capacity.

How early defense work can help

Preventing avoidable statements and admissions.
Identifying suppression issues (searches, statements, digital evidence, consent problems).
Building mitigation (service record, awards, medical/behavioral health, context).
Negotiating alternatives when appropriate (case-specific).
Preparing for Article 32 and litigating pretrial issues aggressively.

NAS Jacksonville: Why Local Familiarity Matters

NAS Jacksonville is a major Navy installation and a hub for naval aviation and regional operations in Northeast Florida. Cases frequently involve command investigations, base policies, digital evidence, and parallel civilian issues (Jacksonville-area arrests, injunctions, and other collateral consequences). Local familiarity can help move quickly and coordinate strategy.

Speak With a NAS Jacksonville Court-Martial Defense Lawyer

If you’re under investigation or facing charges connected to NAS Jacksonville, don’t wait. Early intervention can make a meaningful difference.

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What to Do Right Now If You’re Under Investigation at NAS Jacksonville

If you believe you’re under investigation, have been contacted by NCIS, or were told your command is “looking into something,” what you do right now can materially affect the outcome.

Do not give statements without counsel.
This includes “informal” conversations, texts, emails, social media messages, or explanations to supervisors. Even well-intended statements can be misunderstood or used later.
Do not consent to searches.
You may be asked to “just take a look,” unlock your phone, or sign a consent form. You generally have the right to decline and ask to speak with a lawyer first.
Preserve evidence — don’t alter it.
Save relevant texts, emails, photos, call logs, and messages exactly as they exist. Do not delete, edit, or “clean up” devices or accounts.
Limit discussions to your attorney.
Avoid discussing the situation with coworkers, supervisors, friends, or family—especially over text or messaging apps. Those conversations can become evidence.
Write down what happened while it’s fresh.
Create a private timeline for yourself: dates, times, locations, witnesses, and what was said. Keep it confidential and share it only with your attorney.
Contact a military defense attorney early.
Early intervention can affect whether charges are brought, how evidence is framed, whether alternatives are considered, and how collateral consequences are handled.

Bottom line: Many cases are effectively decided long before a charge sheet is ever served. Early, informed decisions give you the most leverage.

FAQ — NAS Jacksonville Court-Martial Defense

Do I need a lawyer if I’m “just being investigated”?

Yes. Investigations are where most cases are won or lost. Counsel can help you avoid damaging statements, preserve defenses, and position the case before charging decisions are made.

What if NCIS wants to interview me?

Speak with counsel first. Even if you believe you did nothing wrong, investigators are collecting evidence to support a charging decision, and statements can be misunderstood or used against you.

Can I hire a civilian lawyer if I already have appointed military defense counsel?

Yes. You can keep your appointed military counsel and also retain civilian counsel. Many clients choose this for additional time, experience, and trial capacity.

Do you handle NJP, administrative separation, and security clearance issues?

Yes. We defend courts-martial, Article 32 hearings, NJP/Article 15 matters, administrative separation proceedings, and related security clearance impacts.

I’m worried about confinement (the brig). What can be done?

Time is critical. Pretrial confinement decisions can be challenged quickly, and early litigation and advocacy can influence release decisions and overall case posture.

Florida licensed attorney

Office is in downtown Jacksonville

70+ years combined military law
experience

Certified Military Justice Experts and Specialists

Former Active Duty JAG Lawyers

We defend members of the Navy, Marine Corps, Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, and National Guard

Former military, state, and federal prosecutors

1000+ cases handled

Korody Law is Jacksonville’s premier military defense law firm. We have successfully defended military clients facing NJP, court-martial, administrative separation, and other adverse military actions.

Unlike other military lawyers that PAY Google so that they appear to be local Jacksonville, Florida military defense lawyers, Korody Law is located in downtown Jacksonville, Florida and the majority of our military defense work stems from bases in and around Jacksonville (Blount Island Command (Marine Corps), NAS Jacksonville (Navy), NS Mayport (Navy), and NSB Kings Bay (Navy)). We have also defended members of the Florida National Guard and members of the Army, Air Force, and Coast Guard located in and around Jacksonville and throughout Florida.

Korody Law brings:

Decades of military justice experience
Courtroom-tested trial skills
In-depth knowledge of UCMJ and court-martial procedures
Local presence near NAS Jacksonville
A relentless approach to protecting your rights and career

We win cases in Jacksonville.

We fight UCMJ charges at General, Special, and Summary Court-Martial levels, as well as Article 32 Preliminary Hearings, administrative separation boards, boards of inquiry, and nonjudicial punishment (NJP) hearings.

Local Presence

We have handled hundreds of cases for Northeast Florida service members stationed at NAS Jacksonville, NS Mayport, and NSB Kings Bay.

Our Mission

From junior enlisted to military commanders, we use our experience and in-depth knowledge of the UCMJ and military law to achieve outstanding results for our military clients.

Don't Rely on Appointed Counsel

We have more experience and are more responsive than your appointed military counsel. At Korody Law, our team is composed of senior JAG officers. Don't trust your reputation, career, and future to an inexperienced lawyer.

Your Rights

If you are under investigation or facing court-martial charges at NAS Jacksonville, you have the right to retain a civilian defense lawyer in addition to your appointed military counsel. Don’t go it alone — your future is too important

Contact a NAS Jacksonville Court-Martial Defense Lawyer Today

If you’re under investigation or have been charged at NAS Jacksonville, time is critical. Early intervention by a skilled military defense attorney can make all the difference in the outcome of your case.

If you are under investigation by NCIS, CGIS, OSI, CID, or any other military law enforcement organization; if you have received charges for an Article 32 preliminary hearing, court-martial or NJP/Article 15; if you are facing administrative separation for misconduct or show cause proceedings, CONTACT KORODY LAW NOW FOR A FREE CASE EVALUATION.

Do I need a lawyer?

If you are under investigation or have been notified of charges or any other adverse action, you need a lawyer.

What are your fees?

Our fees vary depending on the nature of the case. However, we are always transparent on whether we believe it is cost-effective to hire us.

Why Korody Law?

FREE MILITARY LAW CASE CONSULTATION

Let Jacksonville’s Best Military Lawyers provide you a free case consultation.

Korody Law has the experience, training, and skills to ensure that your rights as a member of the military and a citizen of the United States are protected. He spent close to a decade on active duty defending and prosecuting members of the military and advising commanders on how to dispose of misconduct. Mr. Korody is one of the elite few who has been certified by the Judge Advocate General as a Specialist in Military Justice Litigation. He has handled hundreds of General and Special Courts-Martial, Article 32 Preliminary Hearings, Non-Judicial Punishment (Article 15) hearings and appeals, and administrative separation hearings and appeals.

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Naval Air Station Jacksonville (NAS Jacksonville) is one of the U.S. Navy’s premier installations and the largest naval base in the Southeast. Located in Jacksonville, Florida, along the St. Johns River, it serves as a major hub for naval aviation and training.

Commissioned in 1940, NAS Jacksonville is home to Fleet Readiness Center Southeast (FRCSE) and several patrol and reconnaissance squadrons, including P-8 Poseidon aircraft. It hosts commands from the Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and other federal agencies.

Key features of NAS Jacksonville include:

Primary support for maritime patrol operations
Home to thousands of active duty personnel, reservists, and civilians
Hosts major commands like Commander, Patrol and Reconnaissance Wing ELEVEN
Offers facilities for aviation maintenance, pilot training, and logistics
Close to Naval Station Mayport and NSB Kings Bay

The base plays a crucial role in global military readiness and national security while being a vital part of the Jacksonville community and economy.