What People Say
"Hello sir. I just got great news today. It looks like our son will be administratively separated, due to his asthma, with an honorable discharge. I will give you a call when things are official and departure date is known and give you update on VA benefits also. Once again, I sincerely thank you and Sharon for all of your help. Talk to you soon."
-- Father of Marine in North Carolina
"I would like to once again thank you for all the hard work and effort you have put into my case. I went back to see my CC yesterday for what I thought was a meeting to receive the UIF I was told I would be given. I was pleasantly surprised to not receive a UIF but instead, a new LOR to replace the one previously given to me."
-- Air Force E-6 in North Carolina whose case did not go forward after an Article 32 vindication
"Bottom line is things have worked out SO MUCH BETTER than we even hoped for. Our son was not kicked out of the Marines; his punishment seems fair; he"s not going to Iraq; and he"ll probably be very close to home for the duration of his enlistment. This is all so great!"
-- Mother of Marine in Okinawa
"After reading this appellate brief, all I can say is "I love you!" I thank you so much and hope this will turn things around for us. I profusely thank you."
-- Wife of Army Warrant Officer
"I want you and your staff to know how much I appreciate your help and willingness to work on this. As I mentioned the first time we talked, I found it to be a major hurdle to get people to listen to me and consider that the Navy may not be correct. Again, I appreciate your efforts. I think we have a very well articulated argument."
-- Navy Officer in the Mid-West
"I think that one of the smartest decisions I ever made was to look you up in the Air Force Times! You are truly an inspiration, and I will always be grateful to you. I have learned many lessons this past year, and I have grown into a stronger and wiser person. I know now to never give up without a fight! Never will I let anyone take something away from me (or try) that I have worked so hard for. I cannot thank you enough. I got so many hugs today from people, and they also gave me five CONGRATS balloons."
-- Air Force E-5, Washington DC, after winning retention in a separation hearing
"My wife and I wanted to write to you to thank you for your support. We were at the end of our rope when we wrote to you. You, Your staff, and Dr. Dodds gave us the support that we desperately needed. Your effort to get us what we deserved was totally unexpected. Your advice and direction gave us what we needed to fight back and to eventually completely clear my name and receive 65% more rating than we had originally hoped for. We could not have thought of a better way to have spent our money. Thank you from me and all my family."
-- Army medical board applicant, Texas
"It's clear you were responsible for getting very good results."
-- Air Force ADC, Reserve Separation hearing in Georgia
"Again, I can't tell you how much it means to Eddie that he has your support. Your kindness and caring helps to hold him together. We wish you all our very best. Blessings to you and yours."
-- Vietnam vet and wife in Texas
"You were spectacular!"
-- Colonel Legal Advisor at Air Force separation hearing
"I thank you and my family thanks you for giving me a fair chance and avoiding the BCD and serious jail time. Thank you so much Mr. Kastl, words cannot express how much you have done for me. Thank you and God Bless."
-- Army Specialist in New Mexico
"It's going to be a Thanksgiving to end all Thanksgivings! He's coming home. We can't tell you thanks enough for being there and helping us."
"Thank you once again for your defense of our daughter...you put in much effort and expertise in her defense...she had an excellent defense team. Your closing argument was most persuasive...best result under the circumstances. We shall always be grateful to you."
"I just wanted to take a minute and say thanks again for everything. I just returned from Iraq and freedom has never been so sweet. Everything I have is because of two people, two highly motivated people-my mom and you Judge. Keep doing what you’re doing; it makes a huge difference in people’s lives."
"You did a fabulous job- you even made my Christmas card list"
--NCO in Mississippi
..."high degree of honesty and loyalty...optimal results under pressure"
--Petty Officer in New Jersey
"Superb, dedicated to finding out the truth, cannot be more appreciative."
--Former NCO in California.
"Excellent written brief"
--Family of Army specialist in California.
"The appeal to the board looks excellent' thank you for everything you have done."
--Air Force NCO in Arizona.
"Thanks to paralegal Joni for understanding; your support staff is tops".
--Potential client oversees.
"I suppose that every Chief Judge has a decision that lends itself as a landmark of his time on the court. During my tenure there were many, but United States v. Gay, 16 M.J. 586 (AFCMR 1983) has to be at the top of the list or close to it. The decision, written by Wayne Kastl, found the current Manual for Courts-Martial provision permitting the imposition of the death penalty to be unconstitutional. For any young lawyer who hopes to be a judge the reading of this decision is a must. It is scholarly, thoughtful and the way an appellate decision should be written."
- Colonel Earl E. Hodgson, Jr., USAF (Ret.) in The Reporter, 50th Anniversary Commemoration edition.
"You did a great job and we couldn't have asked for a better outcome."
- Navy Petty Officer, Georgia
"Your efforts were marvelous. Thank you for your hospitality and kindness and making me feel I was just in my outrage."
- Air Force NCO, Europe
"I just wanted to take a moment to thank you and your staff for all of your hard work. Without a doubt, the last 3 years have been quite a challenge for me. You have helped so much that you'll never know."
- Army NCO, New York
"I would like to thank everyone for the excellent brief that was sent to appeals on my behalf. I will truly recommend this firm to someone who is serious about getting out of prison. Once again, thank you, and my family thanks you."
- Army inmate, Kansas
"This is the best news . thank you so much . Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you." - Air Force Officer, Missouri
"I received your superb letter this morning. Very eloquently written."
- Navy retired officer, New Mexico
"The copy of the presentation to the board is superior work."
- Marine NCO, California
"I appreciate the kind of words you and Mr. Kastl offered during the course of our telephone conversations. In a way, you both inspired some of the strength necessary to make this decision."
- Air Force NCO, Illinois
"Sir, you do me honor by being such a great lawyer and someone that I can consider a great friend! I hope that everything is going great for you and your family! . Please tell (your spouse) thank you for her outstanding hospitality and for allowing you to come to Japan for me!! It meant a lot! Thanks again, you're the best!!!!!!"
- Air Force NCO, Japan
"I received my new DD214 today along with the Honorable Discharge Certificate. Everything has fallen into place nicely and I just wanted to thank you again for all you did to make this a reality. . The feeling inside is overwhelming and it extends to so many other people. My Mother was almost in tears after I told her the good news."
- Former Army specialist, Florida
"Your law firm did an outstanding job in how you handled my case from day one. I knew I had a winner with your law firm. I only wish I could direct other military soldiers to your site. Attorney Judith Camarella not only was my legal counsel, she understood how tough it was for me to relive my case. I thank her for that. She was able to put on paper what I have been trying to say for the last twelve years. I am a living witness; you cannot do it alone. . I am now entering the twilight of my life, but because of your help, my family and I will have a better future to look forward to. May God always be first in each of our lives. He sends angels to fight your battles."
- Army former field-grade officer, Georgia
"I wanted to thank you again for the superior legal representation you've offered me over the past several months. I also wanted to say that your personal involvement has set you far above your peers. I talked to many potential attorneys prior to retaining your services, but your personal beliefs and commitment to me and my beliefs, above and beyond that of a client, were especially appreciated."
- Marine NCO, Virginia
"We are writing to thank you once again for your defense of our daughter in her recent trial. [We] know you put in much effort and expertise in her defense. We felt that [she] had an excellent defense team and you were an integral part of that team. Your closing argument was most persuasive and we believe that it gave [her] the best result possible under the circumstances. We shall always be greatful to you."
- Kind words from family of Air Force client in California
"Mr. Kastl, I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for your part in getting this case to this point. You inspired us without giving us false hopes. Your expertise in the area of the military judicial system is invaluable. May you live a long and happy life. You have always been in the prayers of (our) families."
"Hello again – and THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU
It is hard to find words that accurately express my appreciation to you."
"Thank you again for all you and your staff have done for my family and me. My life is so different today that it has been for the past several years. I am only sorry that Navy Medicine seemed to be the common denominator. It is very disheartening to me because it was my passion for so long. I keep you and Joni in my prayers each day, and hope that someday I assist you if needed."
"I just want to let you know that I was selected for promotion to Major last week. I'm really excited and am very thankful and glad that you helped guide me along the way."
"I'm elated and just wanted to thank you for all of your time, assistance and prayers while supporting me during this process. I would not be sitting here today on active duty in a new assignment with a clean slate if it wasn't for your advice and guidance. I took a leap of faith in deciding not to separate a year ago and it's paid off in so many ways."
"I am happy you were able to get us over the 30% hump. Thanks again for everything. I will be writing a testimony letter for you if you don't mind; you have done so much for me and my family."
"I finally got the results from the Discharge Review Board. General under honorable conditions. I am going to see a recruiter next week. Thanks again for everything."