GOMOR
Hostile Work Environment
Army LTC
Iraq
February 4, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Best military lawyer. Supports CENTCOM AOR
“There is no better military lawyer better than Mr. Carpenter. He is highly professional, knowledgeable, and committed. You are a priority. His brief on my legal matter was exceptional. He supports CENTCOM AOR issues. Military lawyers are specific. Do not hire a general lawyer. Seek Mr. Carpenter. Highly recommend!”
GOMOR
DUI/Drunk Driving
Army SPC
Germany
July 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Below .08 DUI in Italy (locally filed)
“Stephen proved to be the right choice from the first phone call. He listened and asked the right questions, forming a plan immediately. Many alcohol-related offenses are seen as open and shut; however, he refused that narrative. My specific case had some very delicate aspects, and he was able to advise me the whole way. I was thoroughly impressed with the final submission that he presented, and I believe that it was his fight and level of detail that resulted in my case being filed locally and allowing me to continue to serve in the military.”
GOMOR
Theft of Military Property
Army SPC
Germany
September 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Lawyer
“After an incident that happened in the field involving some items that went missing, CID was called in to investigate. At first, I gave a sworn statement to CID and agreed to take a polygraph which CID said failed. Originally, I was just going to contact a JAG lawyer but after searching around for a bit I did not have confidence in them nor were they easy to get into contact with. After my dad and I did some research, we found Stephen Carpenter and decided based on the reviews to hire him. Carpenter was an excellent choice, very easy to get into contact with and worked around my busy schedule in order to get the best possible outcome for my case. I originally was suspected of a few charges from CID and after CID was done investigating all criminal charges were dropped and the case was handed over to chain of command for adverse action. My Adverse action was a GOMER and within 7 day I had to write a rebuttal letter. Carpenter assisted my dad and I with writing a very well written letter that had not only had his legal input in the letter but input from my dad and I as well. Thankfully my rebuttal letter was so well written, it was determined by the Commanding General that it would only be placed in my local file Definitely would recommend this Lawyer 10 out of 10 helped me get the best possible outcome for a situation that never should have happened.”
GOMOR
Sexual Harassment
Army SPC
Germany
April 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Unbelievable GOMOR
“Mr. Carpenter was professional, polite and relentless. I dealt directly with he and his staff in what appeared to be my best outcome given the government’s completely disorganized GOMOR process with 51% preponderance being a thing of the past. Call Stephen the second an issue arises and exercise your 5th amendment right. Thanks for a great outcome, Mr. Carpenter.”
GOMOR
EO Complaint
Army CPT
JBM, WA
June 8, 2023 | Hired Attorney
GOMOR Rebuttal
“I am an active-duty Army Senior NCO, I received a GOMOR and had military legal counsel, but after time working with and seeing how non-responsive and inattentive they were, I reached out to Mr. Carpenter for his services as his name and reputation is well-known in the military community. The services and attention to detail that I received in the rebuttal from Mr. Carpenter, If anything was by far excellent, no matter the result of this GOMOR, I truly believe my family made a great choice with working with Mr. Carpenter. The way Mr. Carpenter laid out and presented the facts, which was clearly, precisely and without prejudice, is unmatched, there isn’t anyone who would have been better to do it. By at least giving me the opportunity to present myself to the CG in a way of fairness and accountability is all I ever asked. Thank you to Mr. Carpenter and his law firm.”
GOMOR
EO Complaint
Army MSG
Germany
September 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney
The best military defense attorney
“Mr. Stephen Carpenter is by far outstanding and experience military defense attorney available. Before meeting him my wife and I were so stressed out for my case. I was lucky to contact him and happy to make the right decision to have him work for my case. He spent numerous times communicating with me and my JAG attorney for clearly understanding of my case and diligently contacted all the key witnesses I recommended towards my case. The most impressive experience I had with him was Mr. Carpenter spent more than 3 hours to listen to my stories with my military attorney in the beginning whereas most military defense lawyers only spent 30 to 60 minutes according to other military friends who went through similar problems. He continued to communicate with me via texting and email, so distance did not matter to me, which made me skeptical at first. He provided me legal guidance throughout the investigation and kindly walked me through what needs to be done and even coached me how to write a legal document for me to successfully present it to GO, which was a great strategy. I was very emotional after reading his rebuttal statements because he amazingly captured all the keys points, I wanted to deliver, which helped me have unswerving trust and confidence in his performance. A month later the result came back in my favor, and all the proposed adverse findings initially imposed on me were disapproved, and the case was dismissed without any blemish in my 19 year-long military career. Do not hesitate to contact him if you are facing any legal problems in the military services. He will get you out of trouble and get you and your family back to a normal life. Thanks Stephen!”
GOMOR
DUI/Drunk Driving
Army CPT
JBER, Alaska
June 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Army Officer
“As an Army Officer facing a separation due to a DUI charge I was very overwhelmed with my path forward. Mr. Carpenter helped me understand the military separation process and gave me highly specific advice following the CG’s decision to file a permanent GOMOR and recommendation to separate. Mr. Carpenter not only made incredible strides in a fight that ended with the Secretary of the Army deciding to retain me, he worked with my civilian lawyers directly to ensure that charges were lessened in the civilian courts. As a direct result of his continued efforts, and continued communication as he operated across the globe, I am now on track to both promote and once again I am back to leading Soldiers.”
GOMOR
DUI/Drunk Driving
Army CPT
Germany
May 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Fantastic Military Lawyer – GOMOR Filed Locally
“Stephen is a great lawyer. There is a reason he is so busy – he is the lawyer you want on your side. The quality of the written rebuttal to my GOMOR initiation was noted to me by my BN leadership and undoubtedly contributed to the local filing. He boils down situations in clear and precise language, in a way that a commander can best understand. I would recommend Stephen to any close friend or Soldier.”
GOMOR
False Official Statement & Assault by Offer
Army MAJ
JBER, Alaska
November 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney
GOMOR Successfully Transferred
“Stephen is an incredible lawyer! His expertise, knowledge of the military justice system, and ability to craft a persuasive written argument and strategy is exactly what I needed to get a permanently filed GOMOR transferred from my performance file to my restricted folder. Without his help, I would have never been able to successfully get my career back on track. Retaining and hiring Stephen as my lawyer throughout this process has been the smartest career decision I have ever made. He is a consummate professional and can be counted on to address your military justice concerns.”
GOMOR
False Official Statement & Assault by Offer
Army 1LT
Ft Jackson, SC
May 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney
GOMOR (Filed Locally)
“Highly recommend Mr. Carpenter. He is a stellar lawyer who is determined to get results. I was physically assaulted by another officer and we both were facing a GOMOR. Of course, I ran to Mr. Carpenter to save my career because I know he’s passionate about his job and he will get result. It is safe to say that this saga is behind me and I am moving on to include a fresh start to another unit.”