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Military Justice Today

Author: Robert Capovilla, Mickey Williams

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Hosted by Robert Capovilla and Mickey Williams covering the full range of military law topics from all branches of the Armed Forces.  Made possible in part by the law firm of Capovilla and Williams.
Learn more at: www.MilitaryJusticeToday.com
35 Episodes
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In this episode of MJT, attorney Robert Capovilla and his former client’s father discuss what it’s like to go through the court-martial process as a loved one as well as the defense attorney.  Topics include everything from the initial call from the jail to pre-trial proceedings to the final verdict.
In this episode of MJT, Rob Capovilla and Mickey Williams talk about what motivates their team to give back to the community and organizations that support military service members and their families.  (And the guys weigh-in on their toughest movie action heroes.)
In this episode of MJT, attorneys Rob Capovilla and Mickey Williams discuss the recent removal of Brigadier General Warren Wells from the Office of Special Trial Counsel, including their thoughts on the message it sends to all participants in the military justice system.
In this episode of MJT, attorneys Robert Capovilla and Robby Morris cover the biggest problems with today's military justice system and steps that should be taken to ensure justice for everyone involved in courts-martial, separation boards, and other military law matters.  (And a little bit of college football, too.)
In this episode of MJT, former Navy SEAL and fitness expert Stew Smith gives his recommendations for excelling both physically and mentally in the most demanding military and first responder careers.
In this episode of MJT, attorney Robert Capovilla spends time on the hot seat answering the toughest questions from our moderator as well as listeners.  Topics include how it feels to lose a case, why he is critical of prosecutors, and how 911 influenced his decision to join the Army.
In this episode of MJT, former military judge Troy Smith discusses his philosophy on trial practice as well as strategies and techniques for litigating high-stakes military criminal cases.  Topics include voir dire, opening statement, witness examination, and closing argument.
In this episode of MJT, attorney Robert Capovilla discusses how the media covers the issue of sexual assault in the military, including premature conclusions about recent changes to the system and the absence of emphasis on the rights of the accused.
In this episode of MJT, attorney Robert Capovilla takes a deep dive into the legal, moral, and political aspects of the Daniel Penny self-defense case.
In this episode of MJT, former JAG and professor of law Dave Schlueter joins the show to discuss changes set forth in the 2022 and 2023 NDAA, including the role of the commander, creation of the Special Trial Counsel, sentencing, and other hotly debated topics.
In this episode of MJT, the attorneys from Capovilla & Williams are joined by Jonathan Lehrfeld, reporter for the Military Times and host of the Early Bird Brief Podcast, to discuss recent leaks of classified material as well as issues related to media coverage, protection of sensitive intelligence, and other interesting aspects of these cases.
In this episode of MJT, attorneys Robert Capovilla & Mickey Williams share their law firm’s mission statement as well as the principles that guide their work on behalf of clients facing extraordinarily difficult legal issues.
In this episode of MJT, former JAG Officers and military defense attorneys Robert Capovilla and Mickey Williams discuss the court-martial process in its entirety, including getting Flagged, Preferral, Referral, Article 32 Hearing, Arraignment, Article 39 Hearing and Trial.  Topics include obstacles to avoid at each phase as well as the positive impact a qualified military defense attorney can make on the outcome.
In this episode of MJT, attorneys Robert Capovilla, Mickey Williams, and Sean Flood discuss the issue of military letters of reprimand including the overall process, potential defenses, and future implications for service members who receive them.
In this episode of MJT, attorneys Rob Capovilla, Mickey Williams and Dan Higgins discuss all aspects of military drug cases, including the process, potential defenses and short and long-term implications for the accused service member.
In this episode of MJT, attorneys Robert Capovilla and Mickey Williams discuss best practices, challenges, and interesting stories from their experiences giving closing arguments in high-stakes military sexual assault trials.
Best and Worst U.S. Military Bases to Live and Visit In this lighthearted episode of MJT, military attorneys Robert Capovilla and Mickey Williams share their favorite and least favorite military installations to be stationed at and visit as well as stories from their active-duty days and cases as civilian defense lawyers.
In this episode of MJT, experienced trial attorneys Robert Capovilla and Mickey Williams discuss the difficult task of effectively cross-examining an alleged victim in a military sexual assault trial. Topics include pre-trial preparation, demeanor, impeachment, and uncovering other exculpatory evidence on the stand.
In this episode, military defense attorneys Robert Capovilla and Mickey Williams discuss Senate and House bills that are being considered which, if passed, would substantially change the way criminal cases are handled in the U.S. military.
In this episode of MJT, Rob Capovilla and Mickey Williams talk with prominent military law attorney, Colby Vokey, about one of the more recent cases of unlawful command influence.  Topics include what happened in Colby’s client’s case as well as the negative impacts of UCI on the system and how to prevent it in the future.
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