Thirty-seven days after 9/11, I raised my hand and swore to uphold and defend the Constitution of the United States when I joined the United States Air Force JAG Corps. As a civilian military attorney, I continue to uphold that oath and defend my clients by using the Constitution to fight for justice. There are no sides to justice. There is only justice. I have seen a case from every angle. Over my nearly ten-year Air Force career, I served as a prosecutor, defense counsel and appellate defense counsel.
In 2011, I left active duty after being recognized as the #1 Senior Defense Counsel in the Air Force. I left the Air Force because my next job was going to be a deputy prosecutor in a base legal office. After years as a defense counsel, I could not and would not return to that side of the aisle.
My life is still dedicated to upholding and defending the Constitution by fighting against the prosecution machine of the armed forces. The Constitution is not a technicality; it is a document our Founding Fathers created to make sure justice is preserved. There is no greater calling than defending those who defend America.
Juris Doctor (J.D.) – University of Denver College of Law
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – University of Redlands
Graduate – Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyers College, renowned for trial advocacy training
Over 20 Years: Lance Wood has dedicated over two decades to military defense law.
Military Service: He began his legal career in the United States Air Force JAG Corps, serving nearly ten years in roles including prosecutor, defense counsel, and appellate defense counsel.
Lance Wood specializes in defending military personnel against serious allegations, with particular expertise in:
Court-Martial Representation: Extensive experience representing clients in courts-martial proceedings.
Sexual Assault and Harassment: Providing defense in cases involving sexual misconduct allegations.
Military Criminal Defense: Handling a range of military-specific offenses under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).
While specific numbers are not publicly disclosed, Lance Wood’s extensive career includes:
Broad Legal Experience: Handling a wide array of military legal matters, reflecting a deep commitment to defending service members’ rights.
Numerous Court-Martial Cases: Representing a significant number of clients in courts-martial across various military branches.
Mentioned on CBS News
Attorney Lance Wood was featured on CBS News Colorado, offering expert legal perspective in a high-profile case involving federal investigations in Colorado Springs.
