Military Justice Today

The Lindsay Clancy murder trial ended in a mistrial after a single juror refused to join the other eleven in finding her not guilty by reason of lack of criminal responsibility. In a court-martial, that same 11–1 split would have produced a final verdict, not a mistrial. In this solo episode, Capovilla & Williams partner Dan Higgins breaks down the Clancy case: the competing expert testimony o...

In this episode of MJT, Partner Dan Higgins talks with fellow founding partner and former 75th Ranger Regiment member Mickey Williams about the hardest schools in the military. They rank Ranger School, Special Forces Assessment and Selection, Sniper School, and Airborne School by misery, difficulty, and danger — trading firsthand stories from Rap Week, the Star Course, a record shoot gone sideways...

In this episode of MJT, Partner Dan Higgins talks with fellow founding partner Mickey Williams about a court-martial they tried together — an attempted murder case that ended in a full acquittal. They walk through the case from the initial incident through trial strategy, the self-defense legal standard and how it's judged through the accused's eyes, a cross-examination that unraveled the alleged...

In this episode of MJT, Partner Dan Higgins interviews Founding Partner Mickey Williams about six months into the war with Iran, covering the century of U.S.-Iran history behind the conflict, the technology reshaping modern warfare, the strategic questions facing the current administration, and what it all means for the troops still forward-deployed. Thanks for listening and sharing

In this episode of MJT, trial attorneys Robert Capovilla and Dan Higgins discuss domestic violence cases in the military.  Topics include how cases are prosecuted and defended under the current system, the impact of false allegations, and the biggest mistakes defendants make when facing charges.  Thanks for listening and sharing

In this episode of MJT, military trial attorneys Robert Capovilla and Lacey Parham discuss the impact OSTC has had on the court-martial process.  Topics include the volume of cases, conviction rates, plea agreements, prosecution and defense counsel strategies, and other related issues. Thanks for listening and sharing

In this episode of MJT, attorney Robert Capovilla interviews former Army CID and current private investigator Kevin Bickford about a wide range of topics including the CID investigation process, preserving evidence, alleged victim and accused interview techniques, and why an independent investigation is critical for an effective defense.  Thanks for listening and sharing

In this episode of MJT, Capovilla & Williams partners Robert Capovilla and Dan Higgins discuss Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) fraud cases in the military. Topics include conduct that can get service members in trouble, how prosecutors typically bring charges, and proven strategies employed by defense attorneys to produce positive outcomes. Thanks for listening and sharing

In this episode of MJT, former Marine Corps trial attorney and Capovilla & Williams lawyer Dominic Giordano discusses the Marine Corps justice system, including topics such as pre-trial confinement, hazing and maltreatment, and keys to winning court-martial cases. Thanks for listening and sharing

In this episode of MJT, Capovilla & Williams partner Robert Capovilla gives an inside look at the law firm he founded with his partner and best friend, Mickey Williams.  Topics include the current team, practice areas, unwavering commitment to the mission, and plans for the future. Thanks for listening and sharing

In this episode of MJT, military trial attorneys Robert Capovilla and Brad Simon discuss U.S. v. St. Jean, including the admissibility of prior and subsequent sexual conduct between alleged victims and defendants in military criminal cases. Thanks for listening and sharing

In this episode of MJT, military trial attorneys Robert Capovilla and Dominic Giordana discuss the UCMJ sections dealing with the sharing of sexual photos and videos without permission, including Articles 117(a), 120(c), and 134. Thanks for listening and sharing

In this episode of MJT, retired Air Force Colonel and JAG Chris Jones joins Robert Capovilla to discuss the nuts and bolts of federal employment law, including common types of cases, remedies and options available to employees, pitfalls to avoid, and recommendations for protecting your rights and interests. Thanks for listening and sharing

In this episode of MJT, military attorneys Rob Capovilla and Josh Conklin discuss the AR-15 process from start to finish, including the initial investigation, rights of the accused, potential punishment, and strategies for fighting back. Thanks for listening and sharing

In this episode of MJT, former Army Rangers and military trial lawyers Mickey Williams and Dan Higgins discuss how the Coast Guard handles separation boards and other criminal justice matters, including some surprising issues related to due process and fairness. Thanks for listening and sharing

In this episode of MJT, former Army Rangers and combat Veterans Mickey Williams and Dan Higgins make their cases for the most and least realistic military movies. You don’t want to miss this one. Thanks for listening and sharing

In this episode of MJT, attorney Robert Capovilla discusses the most important aspects of Military Rule of Evidence 608, including trial examples, potential pitfalls, and best practices for success in high-stakes litigation. Thanks for listening and sharing

In this episode of MJT, attorneys Robert Capovilla and Sean Flood discuss sexual harassment laws in the military, including specifics on how it’s being applied, defense strategies for when accusations are made, and advice for avoiding problems while serving on active duty. Thanks for listening and sharing

In this episode of MJT, attorneys Rob Capovilla and Brad Simon discuss issues of consent in military sexual assault cases in light of the new CAAF case, U.S. v. Mendoza. Topics include capacity, charging, notice, due process, and defense strategies Thanks for listening and sharing

In this episode of MJT, attorney Robert Capovilla discusses medical peer review boards in the military, including the process, challenges, and defense strategies related to misconduct or breach of care allegations against doctors, nurses, and other healthcare providers. Thanks for listening and sharing

In this episode of Military Justice Today, Dr. Patrick Morley, best-selling author, Veteran, and faith leader discusses his new book, From Broken Boy to Mended Man, as well as several key principles for identifying and working through personal suffering. Thanks for listening and sharing

In this episode of MJT, a former Army Officer and client of Capovilla & Williams tells his story of being falsely accused of sexual assault.  Topics include the process he went through from notification to final disposition, the fight over exculpatory evidence, and his advice to others in a similar situation. Thanks for listening and sharing

In this episode of Military Justice Today, Kevin Peden - one of the country’s top digital forensics experts - discusses the most important issues regarding the storage, accessibility, collection, and utilization of digital evidence in today’s high-stakes military and civilian cases. Thanks for listening and sharing

In this episode of Military Justice Today, attorney Robert Capovilla interviews former Space Force Lieutenant Colonel Matthew Lohmeier about his best-selling book, Irresistible Revolution: Marxism’s Goal of Conquest & the Unmaking of the American Military, as well as his opinions about the impact of CRT/DEI/Woke ideology on the U.S. Military. Thanks for listening and sharing

In this episode of MJT, attorneys from C & W interview John Correia about his background and passion for self-defense as well as some key factors in determining whether a use of force is justified.  The show closes with a discussion about John’s commitment to spiritual fitness and giving back to the community. Thanks for listening and sharing