The Mayer Law Blog

Preparing for a Discharge Upgrade: Resume’

Posted May 19th, 2016

A common question in military discharge upgrade cases: Does my post-service conduct matter? Answer: Yes. However, you must make your resume’ impressive and meaningful. As a discharge upgrade lawyer, I’ve seen this make a difference. If you want to maximize your chances of earning an upgrade to your military discharge focus on these 3 (or 4) areas…. Read More

Going to the Media is a High Risk Maneuver

Posted May 16th, 2016

I get calls from people who want to take their case to the press, thinking that media attention will gain them a good result or vindication. As you can see by reading this article in the Washington Post, going to the media isn’t always a wise decision. In fact, it can have horrible consequences.

Tips on Being a Savvy Consumer of Legal Services

Posted May 16th, 2016

So, you think you need a lawyer. This is nothing new. People have faced the need for a lawyer’s help for centuries, if not millennia. However, shopping for legal services can be a daunting task, and most individuals do it wrong. This is especially prevalent in the area of military law with military lawyers because… Read More