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San Diego Military Defense Office

San Diego Military Defense Attorneys — Protecting
Those Who Serve.

Local representation near Naval Base San Diego, Marine Corps Recruit Depot, and Camp Pendleton, with video and phone consultations and travel for hearings worldwide.

(571) 626-7447

Defending Service Members for a Combined 30+ Years

Hundreds of Trials Across All Branches

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Your Future Is On The Line

What's At Stake

Military charges don't just threaten your career — they threaten everything you've worked for.

Career & Pay

Your military career, promotions, and steady income are on the line.

Retirement Benefits

Years of service could be erased, losing your retirement entirely.

VA Benefits & Clearance

Healthcare, disability, and security clearance can all be revoked.

Future Employment

A discharge characterization affects civilian job prospects forever.

Military Legal Defense

Why Choose Kral Military Defense

When your career and freedom are on the line, you need attorneys who live and breathe military law.

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100% Military Law

Exclusive Focus

Military justice is 100% of our practice. We don't dabble — we specialize. Every case, every client, every day is devoted to one area of law.

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Decade of Partnership

Steph and Abby have worked together for nearly 15 years, building an unmatched legal team.

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No Competing Loyalties

We put each client first, giving your case focused attention it deserves without competing priorities.

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Results That Speak

Proven Track Record

Hundreds of trials and thousands of cases — charges dropped, cases dismissed, careers saved. Our record reflects our commitment to exceptional outcomes.

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Worldwide Availability

Video and phone consultations and our willingness to travel mean we can defend you anywhere in the world.

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Strategic Head Start

We intervene during investigations — before formal charges — when early action matters most.

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Free Consultation

Your career can't wait. Reach out today — we respond fast and fight hard from day one.

Full-Spectrum Representation

What We Defend

From investigation to trial, we handle every aspect of military justice with expertise and dedication.

Courts-Martial

Full representation at trial

NJP / Article 15

Nonjudicial punishment defense

Administrative Discharge

BOI and ADSEP boards/notifications

Investigations

CID, NCIS, OSI, CGIS cases

Sexual Assault

Article 120 allegations

Adverse Actions

LOCs, LORs, UIF, and more

Discharge Upgrades

Improve your discharge status

All UCMJ Offenses

Every military charge

+1 571-626-7447 Available 24/7 — free case evaluation

Simple Process

How Your Free Consultation Works

Getting expert legal advice shouldn't be complicated. Here's how simple it is:

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Contact Us

Call us or fill out the form. We respond quickly — often within hours.

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Free Consultation

30-minute confidential phone or video consultation with an attorney.

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Get Your Quote

Honest assessment and clear pricing. No hidden fees, no pressure.

Client Reviews

What Our Clients Say

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Real reviews from real clients on Google

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"Hire. This. Firm. This team of women are incomparable. They are knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely care about their clients. I cannot recommend them enough."

— Michael Seche

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"Stephanie went above and beyond for my case. She was professional, communicative, and fought for me every step of the way. I felt supported throughout the entire process."

— Brock Horn

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"Stephanie Kral is an absolute force to be reckoned with. Her knowledge of military law is unmatched, and she brought a level of dedication I didn't know was possible."

— Jake Thatcher

The Firm

Meet Your Defense Team Two experienced attorneys with a singular focus: defending service members.

Steph Kral Founder & Managing Partner

Steph has dedicated her career exclusively to military justice, defending service members across all branches worldwide.

Abby Hunter Partner

Abby brings over a decade of military defense experience, partnering with Steph to provide unmatched legal representation.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions Get answers to common questions about military defense representation.

While military defense counsel (ADC/TDS/DSO) are competent, they often juggle dozens of cases simultaneously due to limited staffing. A civilian attorney like Kral Military Defense dedicates focused attention to your case, with no competing military career pressures.

You'll speak with Director of Client Relations, Danielle – a retired USAF MSgt with over 25 years of experience then an attorney will follow up to discuss your case, explain your rights and options, answer your questions, and provide an honest assessment. There's no obligation and everything discussed is confidential.

Every case is different, so we provide customized quotes based on the complexity of your situation, the charges involved, and the stage of proceedings. We offer flat-fee arrangements for most cases so you know exactly what to expect — no surprise bills. During your free consultation, we'll discuss pricing openly and transparently.

We represent service members globally through secure video and phone consultations, and when required, we travel for hearings to provide dedicated, on-the-ground defense.

We handle all military justice matters including courts-martial, Article 15/NJP, administrative separations (ADSEP), Boards of Inquiry, military investigations (CID, NCIS, OSI, CGIS), sexual assault allegations, and appeals. If it involves the UCMJ or military administrative proceedings, we can help.

Yes, 100%. Nothing you share will be disclosed to your command, investigators, or anyone else without your explicit permission. You can speak freely and honestly about your situation.

If you call and we don't answer the phone, it's likely because we are with another client. We typically respond to inquiries within a few hours during business days, and we offer same-day or next-day consultations for urgent matters. If you're facing an imminent deadline or emergency, make sure to let us know and we'll prioritize your case.