Stephen H Carpenter Jr.

Stephen H Carpenter Jr., based in Puyallup, Washington, is a highly regarded attorney focused exclusively on defending active-duty military personnel in courts-martial worldwide. His expertise ensures that every client's military career, retirement path, and family's financial security are protected with more than just competent legal defense.

Stephen has contributed extensively to the field of military justice through his published works, including titles such as Federal Criminal Practice: A Military Justice Primer and A PTSD Primer: When Good Soldiers Do Bad Things. His writings also cover diverse topics like military commissions, Guantanamo justice, and the defense of gay soldiers.

In academia, Stephen has enriched the legal community as an adjunct professor at the University of Washington, School of Law, teaching trial advocacy. He has also shared his expertise in oral advocacy with the Attorney General’s Office, the National Institute for Trial Advocacy, the American Bar Association, and the Seattle Academy. His certification in criminal trial advocacy by the U.S. Department of Justice in 2004 underscores his commitment to legal excellence.

Stephen's previous role as an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Washington involved assisting appellate government lawyers in preparing for oral and written arguments. His experience extends to judging law student appellate competitions at the University of Washington, School of Law.

In his prosecutorial career, Stephen successfully managed numerous cases against Washington State medical professionals for malpractice, consistently convincing disciplinary boards of warranted actions. For a consultation, contact him at (833) 446-UCMJ (x8265) or (206) 357-8434. For those stationed in Europe, reach out to Ms. Mareike Groth at (0176) 2005 2265.