Military Trial Defenders

As a service member, out of the blue, I was accused by criminal investigators of a false sexual assault allegation. Despite being fully innocent, the investigators made it seem as though they had already decided that I was guilty of a crime. I first went to the freely available military attorneys on base and received some basic advice, but my whole career and reputation were on the line, and it made me too uneasy to just sit back and do nothing. I scoured online forums and Google searches about what to do. I saw in some forums several attorney names and visited several military defense attorneys’ sites, and then I found Military Trial Defenders. I read Lance’s information, his approach to these cases, and I messaged them and received a call back from Lance soon enough. After he explained his more aggressive defense approaches, I knew that I had someone that could help me based on his knowledge and depth of experience. Lance gave me clear advice from the beginning and we took an aggressive approach to present evidence in my defense. Typically these cases take a long time, but very soon after we provided information the investigators dropped the case entirely. The emotional toll over those months is hard to put in words. It sucked the life out of me, I lost faith in the military, I lived every day in fear of what might happen to me and my family. But the day I received the news that the investigation was over and my name cleared, was a relief that I cannot describe. It allowed me to experience joy again, and continue in my career unafraid. I cannot thank Lance enough for his expert guidance and helping me through this.

I had the opportunity to testify as a defense witness in a military trial where Lance Wood represented the accused and got a NOT GUILTY VERDICT! He asked the right questions, established the right rhythm, and ensured every truth came through clearly and confidently. He made a very intimidating process feel structured and fair. Watching him work made it clear why he's considered one of the best in military defense. If you ever find yourself, or someone you care about, facing serious accusations, like a false Article 120 accusation, Lance Wood is the attorney you want in your corner, fighting for you. He fights smart, he fights hard, and most importantly, he fights for the truth.

As parents, you never expect to find yourself watching your child fight for his freedom — but that’s exactly where we were. False accusations under Article 120 turned our lives upside down. We felt helpless, angry, and afraid. We’re not the type to leave reviews, but after seeing what this man did for our son, we felt compelled to share our experience. Lance is not your average attorney. He’s focused, calm under pressure, and incredibly thorough. We’ll never forget what he did for our family. He brought truth to light when it felt like no one else would listen.

Watching my partner face false Article 120 accusations was devastating. The fear of losing everything — career, freedom, and our family — felt overwhelming. From day one, Lance Wood stood out as calm, precise, and completely in command of the process. His performance during trial was surgical, and his closing argument was unforgettable — logical, powerful, and filled with conviction. You could see the entire room understand the truth because of how he presented it. Because of his dedication, my partner was found not guilty. Lance Wood didn’t just save a career; he restored our lives and our faith in justice. If you or someone you love is facing something this serious, do not hesitate to call him.

As a mother, there are no words to describe the fear of watching your child face something as serious as a false Article 120 accusation. I saw the weight of it on him every single day — the shame, the worry, and the uncertainty of whether anyone would truly listen. From the moment we met Lance Wood, I finally felt hope. During the trial, I saw a man who wasn’t just defending a client — he was protecting an innocent life. His presence was steady, his questioning calm but powerful, and his closing argument brought clarity and truth to a situation clouded by fear. Because of Lance, my son was found not guilty, and our family can finally breathe again. I will forever be grateful for his dedication, professionalism, and heart. He gave us our son back — and there is no greater gift than that.

I can’t thank Lance Wood enough for the incredible job he did defending me against false Article 120 accusations. I was facing up to ten years in prison — an experience that made me feel like the military justice system assumes guilt until proven innocent. Lance approached my case with surgical precision — gathering every detail, dissecting inconsistencies, and strategically applying the truth at trial. His professionalism, relentless preparation, and ability to command the courtroom were nothing short of remarkable. His closing argument was powerful and precise — you could feel the entire room shift. Because of Lance’s dedication and expertise, I was found not guilty and able to move forward with my life. If you’re looking for an attorney who truly understands the military system and fights with both skill and integrity, Lance Wood is the one you want in your corner.

Mr Lance Wood's professionalism and time management were incomparable and top tier. I was facing a field grade AR 15 and these type of procedings you are typically already guilty but with the sound advice of Mr. Wood we were able to convince my commander of my innocence. To all SM's in all branches please considered in investing and taking Mr. Wood as your attorney in these dark times of your careers and life.

Hiring Mr. Lance Wood as my lead defense attorney was the best decision I could have ever made during a time when my career and future felt and seemed as if they were slipping away. I was facing serious allegations that threatened not only my reputation as a father but also my military career. Mr. Wood’s expertise in military law and the UCMJ proved absolutely vital to my defense. From our initial consultation through the conclusion of my Administrative Separation Board, Mr. Wood was consistently professional, helpful, and compassionate. His team at Military Trial Defenders truly puts their clients’ best interests first. Thanks to Mr. Wood’s dedication and skill, I was granted the opportunity to continue my career as an Active Duty Service Member. Without a doubt, he is the best military defense lawyer around. When your career and life are at stake, Attorney Lance Wood at Military Trial Defenders is the advocate you want in your corner.

Lance Wood is the best decision anyone can make in choosing a military defense lawyer. Help me prove that I was innocent and help me clear my name and get back to serving my country.

Lance helped me through a trying time and ultimately the investigation came back unfounded. Highly recommend him as an advocate for you!

If you’re looking for an attorney for a case in the Navy. Highly recommend Lance beyond professional and knowledgeable. He’s by far the best out there. I had an innocent in just in case as an officer, and he walked me through every step of the way to save my career. Cannot say enough good things about Lance

Lance Wood is an exceptional military defense lawyer. If you’re facing a challenging situation, I highly recommend choosing Lance for his extensive experience, reputation, and trust he instills from the very beginning. Lance is incredibly thorough, professional, and compassionate throughout the entire process. He takes the time to explain every detail and ensures you feel confident that your case is in the best hands. Thanks to his dedication and expertise, the outcome of the case exceeded all expectations, providing his client with relief and closure. If you’re looking for a military defense lawyer who truly cares and delivers outstanding results, Lance Wood is the person to call.

Hiring Lance Wood as my lead defense attorney was the single most best decision I made when I was facing career ending and life altering circumstances. His vast knowledge and experience in military law/UCMJ was paramount to my overall defense. From initial consult to the end my court martial, Lance and his team were very professional, trustworthy, helpful and caring. Military Trial Defenders truly have their clients best interests at heart. Because I invested in Lance, he was able to secure the most favorable outcome for me and my career. He is true and passionate to his craft and without of doubt the best Military Defense Lawyer around. When your career and life is at stake, Attorney Lance Wood at Military Trial Defenders is who you need in your corner.

Lance Wood is the best decision anyone can make in choosing a military defense lawyer. His skills in the courtroom demonstrate how the practice of law is an art form in of itself. Lance is experienced with military law and dealing with the Government/Prosecution. He was able to meet his client’s objective and reached a favorable outcome. If it wasn’t for Lance, the client would have lost all that comes with almost 20 years of service. He genuinely cares about his clients.

I am a cadet at the Air Force academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado. In the second month of my senior year I received notice that I was under investigation. Looking through available representation in Colorado Springs led me to find Lance Wood. Lance Wood and his team helped me tremendously not only to avoid criminal charges but to win my retention in the Air Force in a BOI. Mr. Wood is not only a true professional but an expert at his craft. 10/10

I had to chance to work with Mr.Woods and it was very professional. I recently had my case beat not too long ago. My mother had set everything up but off the bat I knew deep down I was good in his hands. Mr.Woods went very to get this case over with and it only took a couple weeks for it to get finalized. I would definitely recommend military trail defenders for anyone in the military seeking representation. Thank you again sir

I cant stress enough the phenomenal work Mr. Lance Wood put into helping me with my case. I was accused of Domestic violence and strangulation. Mr wood thoroughly examined the half hearted attempt at an investigation on the military’s side, and one sided review of an allegation with no support. Mr. Wood was always available when i would call or text even with the dilemma of being hours apart in different time zones. As nerve racking as my administration separation board was, Mr. Woods confidence and knowledge of regulation shut down multiple attempts at a flawed attempt to bring detriment to my character. Mr. Woods hard work and commitment resulted in a unanimous decision among the board members for retention in the Army, and unfounded accusations. The efforts and work Mr. Wood put in to achieve this outcome has drastically affected my life, I can move on with my career and continue to lead soldiers and be in my career field Im passionate about. I will be forever grateful that he removed a heavy weight from my shoulders, this career means everything to me and Mr. Wood could see that. And i could clearly see that Mr. Wood was passionate about his career field and proving and ensuring the justice system was not just a check the block system. I would recommend this counsel under any circumstances.

I am writing this the day after being acquitted. I feel that I owe a thorough review to give the you the most transparent information. 1. Stages when charges were preferred: I spoke with many attorneys, but Lance stood out from the rest. He was easy to talk to, easy to get a hold of, I could text him directly and he would promptly respond, he was willing to offer useful insight without charging a dime. I did not immediately hire Lance because the preliminary hearing had went in my favor. 2. Preliminary hearing is NOT binding: because of the prelim going well I did not seek counsel and stayed with TDS. What I was not aware of was that the convening authority ignored the preliminary hearing officer’s determination and proceeded with a general court martial. 3. TDS: trial defense counsel absolutely care about you, however their abilities to create a strong case for you is extremely limited. They are often less experienced than the prosecution and can be intimated by the judge. They often have to request permission from the government to produce witnesses, experts, etc. which they almost always will deny unless it benefits their case against you. 4. Pre-motions hearing: because the government will deny everything, your TDS will likely have to compel the judge to make the government agree to your requests. This is where I got to watch my TDS awkwardly stumble through cross examination and convince the judge of literally nothing. I felt sorry for them and it was my case. 5. After the hearing it became extremely evident I was going to lose my trial and potentially face 3 years confinement, bad conduct discharge and affect my abilities to be a father. My TDS was sympathetic, but already felt defeated. 6. Why does any of this matter and how does this relate to Lance? After leaving the TDS office, I called military trial defenders and Lance got a hold of me later that day. He filed a motion of entry and from the moment he began representing me there was a significant shift from the government. Suddenly they became cooperative, were willing to talk to Lance and agree on stipulations. No more games, no more dodging TDS calls. 7. At this stage I got to watch Lance slowly and methodically lock the government into a very tight arena. 8. Trial: we went with a panel (jury) over judge alone. Lance is extremely good at attention to detail during jury selection. This is often an underrated process that is crucial when deliberation comes. After jury selection opening statements, witnesses, exhibits and instructions for the panel. what I noticed was the the panel was very reciprocal of Lance, they were very engaged when he spoke and would often nod and passively agree with his arguments. The judge was also very positive to Lance. The judge agreed to all of Lance’s arguments of stipulation and instructions over the governments because he was better able to articulate it. Lastly, even the prosecutors would often try to get lance’s attention and try to joke with him. Lance was respectful and stayed focused. “We’re just going to object to everything, this is what we do” the prosecutor laughed. He knew he was losing. Bad. 9. Lance is willing to call you the stand if it makes sense. He will prepare you and produce a very limited scope to which the government can cross examine. You still have to be mindful, but Lance will absolutely set you up for success on the stand. The panel is EXTREMELY engaged When the accused takes the stand. 9. Closing arguments. This was the only time the prosecution put on a strong show. But even then, Lance is phenomenal at closing arguments. There are many other reviews to support this. I cannot stress enough how crucial a strong closing argument is. It is the last thing the panel gets before deliberation. It is the freshest content on their mind and is the final tip to your case. 10. Deliberation. From the very beginning to the end. Lance was always at a 100%. The panel made a determination within 10 minutes and the verdict was not guilty. Thank you Lance. I owe my freedom to you.

Lance was very compassionate, thorough, and competent in my representation. He achieved the outcome he wanted and I am grateful. He advised me differently than other attorneys based on my circumstances and his years of experience, and because of this, all charges were dropped and dismissed. I highly recommend Lance and his team and if given an opportunity to do different, I would definitely retain him again.

I highly recommend Military Trial Defenders in Colorado Springs, especially Mr. Woods. From the start, he showed sincere compassion and understanding when listening to my case. It was clear he genuinely cared about my situation, and his professionalism was evident in every interaction. If you’re looking for someone who truly cares and is committed to providing the best defense, look no further. Thank you, Mr. Woods, for your unwavering support!