October, 2022
Security Clearance Victory
Guideline F: Financial Considerations; Guideline E: Personal Conduct; Guideline J: Criminal Conduct
Washington, DC
Security Clearance Attorney Alan Edmunds of the Edmunds Law Firm recently delivered a win to an employee of the largest spy agency in the world, after he received a security clearance denial for things that happened 40 years ago.
As a child, the client had survived criminal abuse at the hands of family members, and years after he had put that terrible past behind him, his employer dragged those skeletons out of the closet to ask if the terrible things that happened in his youth made him a security risk.
“This was a case where the federal government was questioning someone for abuse that happened to them almost half a decade ago when they were a kid,” security clearance lawyer Alan Edmunds said. “This client moved on from his childhood and became a law-abiding citizen who served his country and is a valued member of his community.”
Attorney Edmunds and his staff at Edmunds Law Firm, a national security law firm with a global presence went to work for their client, taking on the spy agency in a hearing.
At the hearing, Edmunds successfully argued that a person who grew up in dire circumstances can change their life and become a valued member of the national defense community, and an all-around good person.
After the hearing, the agency agreed that Edmunds’ client had put his past behind him and that he was not a national security risk and deserved security clearance.
“We had to show the government that people do change and that the cycle of abuse can end,” Edmunds said. “Growing up in a terrible situation doesn’t have to be a security clearance disqualifier. A person’s past isn’t everything, but what they learn from it is.”
If you have had a security clearance denial, call the Edmunds Law firm at 1-800-481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com for more information.
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September 2022
Security Clearance Victory – Supplemental Information Request
US Department of Defense, Consolidated Adjudications Service
Guideline E Personal Conduct; Guideline F Financial Considerations
Arlington, VA
Attorney Alan Edmunds and his staff at the Edmunds Law Firm — America’s premiere Security Clearance law firm — recently assisted a client though a Supplemental Information Request, with favorable results.
The client received a Supplemental Information Response after an altercation with a family member turned physical, and a bad debt by a former spouse raised questions about his fitness for a security clearance.
After a night out, a heated argument with a sibling ended with someone receiving a minor injury by accident, and with Edmunds’ client charged with two misdemeanors. Eventually, everyone cooled off and the charges were dismissed pending completion of anger management.
At the same time, a bad debt linked to a former spouse also popped up on the client’s record.
Under Guidelines E and F, the government considered stripping the client of his security clearance.
You may not be able to choose your family, but you can choose your attorney. That’s why this client chose the Edmunds Law Firm — America’s premiere Security Clearance law firm — to represent him.
Mr. Edmunds and his expert staff of dedicated professionals got to work on behalf of their client. Mr. Edmunds and his associates used the Whole Person Concept to show that past indiscretions or old debts from a previous spouse do not define a person and does not make them security risk.
The government agreed and decided to not proceed with stripping Attorney Edmunds’ client of his security clearance.
The opening line of Leo Tolstoy’s Anna Karenina said, “All happy families are alike; each unhappy family is unhappy in its own way.” The Edmunds Law Firm may not be able to help you solve family issues, but we are here to help you solve Security Clearance problems.
Call the Edmunds Law Firm at 1-800-481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com for more information.
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September 2022
Security Clearance Victory
US Department of Defense, Consolidated Adjudications Service
Guideline F Financial Considerations
Arlington, VA
Attorney Alan Edmunds and the Security Clearance Law experts at the Edmunds Law Firm recently scored a win for a client in danger of losing her security clearance because of debts, including tens of thousands of dollars in student loans.
Under Guideline F, the government may take into consideration a person’s financial health when determining whether they are a security risk.
Unfortunately, some employees in the defense sector are just as heavily burdened by student loan debt as other Americans across all walks of life.
In fact, one 2017 study estimated that 40 percent of student loan borrowers in the US would end up in default by the year 2023. Every year, one million Americans default on their student loans, according to the US Department of Education.
Edmunds’ client was not alone in her student loan woes, nor was she alone in her battle with the government over her security clearance since she retained the Edmunds Law Firm.
With over 40 years’ experience, Edmunds Law Firm is America’s premiere Security Clearance law firm, with offices in five states and the Washington, D.C. area. The firm also has a global presence, representing clients in over 30 countries.
Attorney Edmunds and his staff of experts got to work on behalf of their client and, using the Whole Person Concept, showed in a hearing that their client was making a good-faith effort to address her student loan default, and that she was not a security risk.
If you receive a Statement of Reasons, or SOR, for financial reasons, do not give up. Call the Edmunds Law firm at 1-800-481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com and connect with the Edmunds Law Firm and get the representation you deserve.
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September 2022
Security Clearance Victory
US Department of Defense, Consolidated Adjudications Service
Guideline E Personal Conduct; Guideline G Alcohol Consumption; Guideline I Psychological Conditions
Arlington, VA
For workers and military members with security clearances, receiving a Statement of Reasons for denial of security clearance is a nerve-wracking experience. But sometimes, having the right attorney can help end the matter without a hearing.
Attorney Alan Edmunds and his staff of security clearance experts at the Edmunds Law Firm recently helped a federal employee — who is also a decorated combat veteran of the US. Marine Corps — keep his security clearance after allegations of mental illness and alcohol abuse threatened to derail his career.
The lives of American servicemembers are not always easy, especially when battlefield traumas and stresses lead to mental issues such as PTSD. Often, veterans sometimes turn to alcohol to self-medicate when they feel there is not any other support.
For Attorney Edmunds’ client, even after he left the military and got medical help for PTSD and drinking, the Government issued a Statement of Reasons for guidelines E, G and I.
That when he turned to the nation’s top Security Clearance law firm.
Mr. Edmunds and his expert staff of dedicated professionals got to work on behalf of their client. Mr. Edmunds and his associates used the Whole Person Concept to show that past traumas and abuses do not define a person’s present or future and do no not mean a person is a security risk.
The government deliberated and agreed, deciding to let the matter drop without a hearing.
Many people — including those who served their nation in the military — have suffered mental anguish and turned to alcohol or drugs to cope when nobody else would help. If you receive an SOR from your employer, call the Edmunds Law firm at 1-800-481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com and connect with the Edmunds Law Firm, where helping those who serve our nation is our highest honor.
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September 2022
Security Clearance Victory – Supplemental Information Request
US Department of Defense, Consolidated Adjudications Service
Guideline E Personal Conduct; Guideline F Financial Considerations
Arlington, VA
Attorney Alan Edmunds and his staff at the Edmunds Law Firm — America’s premiere Security Clearance law firm — recently assisted a client though a Supplemental Information Request, with favorable results.
The client received a Supplemental Information Response after an altercation with a family member turned physical, and a bad debt by a former spouse raised questions about his fitness for a security clearance.
After a night out, a heated argument with a sibling ended with someone receiving a minor injury by accident, and with Edmunds’ client charged with two misdemeanors. Eventually, everyone cooled off and the charges were dismissed pending completion of anger management.
At the same time, a bad debt linked to a former spouse also popped up on the client’s record.
Under Guidelines E and F, the government considered stripping the client of his security clearance.
You may not be able to choose your family, but you can choose your attorney. That’s why this client chose the Edmunds Law Firm — America’s premiere Security Clearance law firm — to represent him.
Mr. Edmunds and his expert staff of dedicated professionals got to work on behalf of their client. Mr. Edmunds and his associates used the Whole Person Concept to show that past indiscretions or old debts from a previous spouse do not define a person and does not make them security risk.
The government agreed and decided to not proceed with stripping Attorney Edmunds’ client of his security clearance.
The opening line of Leo Tolstoy’s Anna Karenina said, “All happy families are alike; each unhappy family is unhappy in its own way.” The Edmunds Law Firm may not be able to help you solve family issues, but we are here to help you solve Security Clearance problems.
Call the Edmunds Law Firm at 1-800-481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com for more information.
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August 2022
Favorable Decision on Discharge Upgrade for Army Vet
Department of the Army
Army Review Boards Agency
Arlington, VA
Being a soldier is a stressful, exhausting and often thankless job, but American soldiers serve the people of their nation without asking for much in return. When a soldier is unfairly discharged under dishonorable conditions, it can mean that a veteran may not receive the benefits he or she has earned through years of dedicated service.
That’s wrong, and that’s why Attorney Alan Edmunds is honored to fight for veterans to get the rewards they deserve.
Mr. Edmunds and his staff at the Edmunds Law Firm — the nation’s top Military Discharge and Security Clearance law experts — successfully fought to have one Army veteran’s discharge upgraded from dishonorable to honorable.
The Army discharged the client for being absent without leave on one occasion, despite the fact the soldier had served for years without incident and was diagnosed by Army doctors with serious stress-related heath issues.
The firm’s staff of military law professionals took on the Army and argued that a single incident, potentially linked to an illness caused by the stress that soldiers often endure, did not warrant an other-than-honorable discharge.
A board of five US Army personnel agreed unanimously after Mr. Edmunds argued for his client during a hearing.
Being a soldier is hard, and sadly, sometimes the military fails to protect those who protect us.
That’s why Alan Edmunds and the professionals at the Edmunds Law Firm are ready to fight for those who have given so much for their nation.
If you were discharged from the military due to alleged misconduct that can be traced to PTSD or other mental health issues, you may have options. Don’t let a negative military discharge prevent you from getting the benefits you’ve earned. Call the Edmunds Law Firm at 1-800-481-2526 or learn more at www.nationalsecurityclearances.com.
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August 2022
Security Clearance Victory
US Department Interior
Guideline F: Financial Considerations
Denver
Attorney Alan Edmunds and his staff of security clearance experts at the Edmunds Law Firm successfully helped a federal job applicant obtain a clearance after unpaid homeowner’s association fees threatened to derail it.
HOA horror stories are a common thing, but for one respected medical expert who had dedicated her career to serving the health of the nation’s veterans, her HOA horror story could have disqualified her from obtaining a security clearance.
Under Guideline F, the government may deny or rescind a security clearance if a person’s debts or financial conduct indicate they lack self-control or lack good judgment.
Unfortunately, due to the stress this health professional faced during the COVID-19 Pandemic and a protracted divorce, HOA fees were overlooked, spurring the HOA to request a lien on her property. It was an oversight during a very hectic and stressful time for all Americans, but it was enough to raise red flags on her security clearance application.
The client called the Law Offices of Alan Edmunds. The Edmunds law firm is the nation’s premier law firm specializing in national security clearance law, with a global presence.
Mr. Edmunds and his expert staff of dedicated professionals got to work on behalf of their client. Mr. Edmunds successfully argued that the HOA debt in question was a mere oversight on the part of his client, that the obligation had been satisfied and that the incident in no way reflected on his client’s character. The government agreed and granted the client her security clearance, allowing her to continue protecting her fellow citizens’ health during a global pandemic.
Don’t let a simple financial oversight wreck your chances of advancing in your career. Call the Edmunds Law firm at 1-800-481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com to connect with Attorney Alan Edmunds and his staff.
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August 2022
Security Clearance Victory
Department of Defense, Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals
Guideline H: Drug Involvement and Substance Misuse
Woodland Hills, CA
Attorney Alan Edmunds and his staff of security clearance experts at the Edmunds Law Firm scored another win for a client at risk of having his security clearance rescinded for a youthful indiscretion over forty years in the past.
In 1982, Fast Times at Ridgemont High was a hit movie that chronicled the coming of age of teenagers in in America in the early 80s. “Hair Bands” filled the airwaves with power ballads, and MTV was just beginning to transform mass media. Like a lot of teens and young adults in 1982, Mr. Edmunds’ client experimented with marijuana a few times before deciding he didn’t care for it, but not before a rock concert outing with a group of friends ended in an arrest for possession.
After that, the client pled no contest, paid a fine, concluded marijuana was not compatible with his life goals. He never thought about touching marijuana again for 40 years.
The client was pretty shocked when 40 years later he got the news that the government was considering revoking his security clearance. The government’s Statement of Reasons — SOR — stated it was because of marijuana usage 40 years earlier and the 1982 arrest.
Under Guideline H, the government can deny or rescind a security clearance for use of controlled substances, even if that use occurred decades ago. For those in the defense industry, denial or loss of a security credential can mean loss of their job and livelihood.
That’s when the client hired the Edmunds Law Firm, the nation’s top security clearance law firm. Led by attorney Alan Edmunds, the expert staff at Edmunds Law Firm have a proven, 40-year track record of helping clients obtain and keep their security clearances.
Mr. Edmunds and his staff were able to prove to the government that their client’s handful of experiments with marijuana back in the days of parachute pants and Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” did not brand him a security risk today. The government agreed.
If you have or are seeking a security clearance, don’t let the past threaten your present or future; Call the security clearance law experts at the Edmunds Law Firm and let them put their 40 years of expertise to work for you. Call the Edmunds Law firm at 1-800-481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com to connect with Attorney Alan Edmunds and his staff.
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August 2022
Security Clearance Victory
US Department Energy
Guideline H: Drug Involvement and Substance Misuse
Idaho Falls, Idaho
Attorney Alan Edmunds and his staff of security clearance experts at the Edmunds Law Firm scored another win for a client at risk of having his security clearance denied for use of legal hemp products.
While the laws surrounding the use of hemp, marijuana and its active ingredient, Delta 9 THC, have changed drastically at both state and federal levels in the last several years, the use of such products — even legal ones — is still fraught with dangers for those whose jobs depend on having a security clearance.
Under Guideline H, the use of hemp products that are fully legal at both state and federal levels could derail a person’s attempts to obtain a clearance and advance in his or her career.
That’s what happened to one federal job applicant when he admitted he tried fighting insomnia by consuming a hemp-derived gummy that contained CBD — a product that was fully legal under both federal and state laws.
That’s when he sought out the assistance of the Edmunds Law Firm, the nation’s top security clearance law firm. Headed by attorney Alan Edmunds, the expert staff at Edmunds Law Firm have a proven, 40-year track record of helping clients obtain and keep their security clearances, even in difficult situations.
Mr. Edmunds and his staff quickly got to work and proved to the government’s satisfaction that their client had used a fully legal product that did not contain intoxicating substances, and that the client’s use of that product did not brand him a security risk.
With state and federal laws about illegal substances often being contradictory, those whose jobs depend on security clearances need to be especially careful about what medical treatments they choose. If, in this rapidly changing legal landscape you find yourself facing the potential loss of your security clearance, don’t gamble with your future: call the security clearance law experts at the Edmunds Law Firm and let them put their 40 years of expertise to work for you.
Call the Edmunds Law firm at 1-800-481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com to connect with Attorney Alan Edmunds and his staff.
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2022
Security Clearance Victory
Department of Defense, Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals
Guideline F: Financial Considerations
Woodland Hills, CA
America’s leading Security Clearance litigator, Alan Edmunds, and his team of professionals at the nation’s premier security clearance law firm secured another victory for a military officer in danger of losing her security clearance.
Faced with a protracted divorce case, an Army captain suffered financial setbacks while her divorce — including a ruling on who was responsible for debts — was still being litigated. The captain did the right thing and enlisted the help of a successful debt management program to pay her creditors.
Unfortunately, Under Guideline F, the government may consider a person’s financial conduct in deciding to deny or rescind a security clearance. That’s exactly what happened when the client received a Statement of Reasons, or SOR, from the government.
On top of the stress of a divorce, the client now faced the prospect of losing her security clearance and job posting, further threatening to damage her financial security and that of her two disabled children.
When faced with such a potential loss, the client reached out to the Edmunds Law Firm. The Edmunds Law Firm is the nation’s leading security clearance law firm with offices in California, Texas, Florida, North Carolina and the Washington, D.C. area.
Mr. Edmunds and his staff set to work arguing under the Whole-Person concept that the client’s financial difficulties were not the complete picture of who she was, that she was working to resolve the problems, and was not a risk to the security of the United States.
The government was convinced and did not strip the captain of her security clearance and job.
Financial difficulties can befall even the most hardworking and conscientious people, including those who serve their nation in the armed forces. Don’t let a bad situation get worse by losing your clearance; call the Edmunds Law firm at 1-800-481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com to enlist the help of America’s top national security law firm with 40 years proven experience.
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2022
Security Clearance Victory
Department of Defense, Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals
Guideline F: Financial Considerations
Arlington, VA
Attorney Alan Edmunds, America’s top security clearance attorney, successfully helped one client fight to keep his security clearance after divorce severely damaged the client’s finances.
Being financially devastated after a divorce, the client soon wound up in bankruptcy court. To make matters worse, the government used those financial difficulties to attempt to strip his security clearance, a move that would have made his financial situation even worse.
Under Guideline F, the government may deny or rescind a person’s security clearance because of financial issues, including those caused by things outside a person’s direct control, like divorce.
According to government statistics, one-third of married couples in America will get a divorce within ten years of marriage, and another study shows that about half of divorced people slide into poverty after their divorces.
Divorces and financial difficulties happen to many people, but that should not mean military and defense industry workers should lose their security clearances.
Mr. Edmunds and his team fought for their client, arguing that under the Whole-Person concept, the government should take into consideration the entire picture of a who a person is, that things like divorce or financial problems can happen to anyone, and they are not necessarily a reason to deny or revoke a security clearance.
In the end, the government agreed and did not rescind the client’s clearance, allowing him to keep his job and continue working to make things right in his financial life.
Sadly, divorces happen and sometimes they damage families financially as much as they do emotionally. Don’t let life’s ups and downs threaten your military career or employment; call the Edmunds Law firm at 1-800-481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com to speak with America’s top security clearance law firm.
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2022
Security Clearance Victory
Department of Defense, Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals
Guideline F: Financial Considerations
Woodland Hills, CA
America’s leading Security Clearance lawyer, Alan Edmunds, successfully argued on behalf of his client that change happens and that their past is not always the best indicator of who they are today.
For Edmunds’ client, that change happened in the blink of an eye at the age of twenty. An acquaintance was shot and killed by someone else, and Edmunds’ client was charged with homicide. The homicide charge was eventually dropped when it became clear the client did not pull the trigger. With the aid of a criminal defense attorney, she pleaded guilty to a lesser crime and served probation.
During that time, Edmunds’ client got her life together and escaped the cycle of poverty and crime that surrounded her during her youth. She bought a home and lovingly raised her children while earning an engineering degree. She accepted a job at a defense contractor designing fighter jets that serve her nation’s armed forces.
A mistake filling out paperwork led the government to issue a Statement of Reasons, or SOR, stating that her security clearance — and by extension the job she worked hard to get — may be threatened.
The client hired Edmunds Law Firm, America’s top security clearance law firm, to represent her.
Mr. Edmunds and his staff of experts argued that under the Whole Person concept, the government should consider not only the person the client was years ago in her youth, but who she was today.
The government agreed and issued the security clearance.
“On her own initiative, she turned her life around and has become an impressive, well-educated young woman with a brilliant career and life ahead of her,” The judge said. “Overall, the record evidence does not raise any questions or doubts as to Applicant’s present suitability for national security eligibility and a security clearance.”
Change can happen in the blink of an eye, and it also happens over the course of a lifetime. Don’t let your past stand in the way of a bright future when your security clearance is threatened; call the Edmunds Law firm at 1-800-481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com for more information
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2022
Security Clearance Victory in DOHA Hearing
Department of Defense, Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals
Guideline F: Financial Considerations
Arlington, VA
Attorney Alan Edmunds successfully protected the security clearance of a defense contractor employee faced with losing his clearance due to financial hardships experienced during an economic downturn.
After falling behind on a mortgage, HOA fees and tax penalties, the government began a review of the client’s security clearance. Faced with possibly losing his clearance — and by extension his job — the client turned to the Edmunds Law Firm.
Attorney Alan Edmunds is the nation’s foremost expert on security clearance law. He and his team of security clearance and military law experts have handled over 3,500 security clearance hearings for clients around the world.
Edmunds and his staff worked vigorously defending their client’s interests, Attorney Edmunds built a case that showed his client had been caught in an economic downturn that affected millions of people across the nation, and that such financial difficulties do not mean a person should be made to suffer more by losing their security clearance or job.
The government got the picture thanks to Attorney Edmunds’ work on the case and decided to withdraw before a scheduled hearing.
In uncertain economic times many people suffer financial losses, and those with security clearances may face extra scrutiny. When your security clearance and your family’s future are on the line, don’t take on the government alone. The Edmunds Law Firm is the nation’s pre-eminent security clearance firm with offices in California, Texas, Florida, North Carolina and the Washington, D.C. area. Call the Edmunds Law firm at 1-800-481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com for more information.
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2022
Security Clearance Victory in DOHA Hearing
Department of Defense, Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals
Guideline E: Personal Conduct; Guideline K: Handling Protected Information; Guideline M: Use of Information Technology
Arlington, VA
Attorney Alan Edmunds successfully defended his client’s security clearance after several allegations involving the security of protected information and the use of computers at the client’s place of employment.
During his work for a defense contractor, the government alleged the client had several instances of failing to properly safeguard protected information, and that the client had infractions involving the use of computer systems at his job.
These alleged infractions were enough for the government to open an inquiry. Loss of a security clearance can mean loss of a person’s job and livelihood, and that’s why the client turned to the Edmunds Law Firm, the nation’s top law firm for national security clearance and military law. With offices in five states and decades of experience, Edmunds Law Firm is the top firm in the nation for security clearance litigation.
Attorney Edmunds and his expert staff got to work for their client. The firm was able to show to the government’s satisfaction that the alleged incidents were mere mistakes, were few and far between, and did not constitute an ongoing pattern.
Upon reviewing the facts presented by Attorney Edmunds, the government moved to reinstate the client’s security clearance.
The potential loss of a security clearance can mean the loss of reputation and worse, loss of a job. If you find yourself answering allegations that could result in a loss of your clearance and livelihood, you need America’s premier security clearance law firm on your side.
Call the Edmunds Law firm at 1-800-481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com for more information.
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2022
Security Clearance Victory
Department of Defense, Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals
Guideline F: Financial Considerations
Arlington, VA
Attorney Alan Edmunds and his firm of security clearance experts successfully helped one client overcome past credit difficulties and upgrade her job by securing a government security clearance.
After applying for a security clearance, the client learned that the government had concerns about some of the information reported on her credit record at a consumer credit bureau. Allegations of financial difficulties can easily derail a job promotion that requires a security clearance, even though a study by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission showed that approximately 20 percent of Americans had false information on their credit reports.
The client was determined to not let past financial problems stand in the way of a better future and hired Attorney Alan Edmunds at the Edmunds Law Firm. Edmunds Law Firm is a national leader in security Clearance litigation with offices in five states that has handled thousands of cases for clients around the world.
Attorney Edmunds and staff got to work showing that the client’s financial issues were a thing of the past, and she had been doing her part to overcome her past financial issues. He also showed that her past financial difficulties didn’t indicate the type of person she was today.
In the end, the government agreed and decided to withdraw and canceled the client’s hearing, clearing the way for her to move forward in her new position.
If past credit problems are preventing you from getting a security clearance or are threatening your existing clearance, don’t simply take a credit bureau’s word for it. Call the Edmunds Law firm at 1-800-481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com for more information.
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July 2022
Security Clearance Victory in DOHA Hearing
Department of Defense, Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals
Guideline K: Handling Protected Information
Woodland Hills, CA
Attorney Alan Edmunds and his team of Security Clearance law experts at the Edmunds Law Firm successfully defended the security clearance of a defense contractor employee suspected of mishandling protected information.
The individual was accused of several incidents of mishandling protected information under guideline K of Department of Defense Directive 5220.6. The contractor admitted to three minor offenses but denied two others, receiving additional security training as a result.
Faced with the prospect of a DOHA hearing, the client turned to the Edmunds Law Firm, a nationwide leader in military and security clearance law with a reputation built over 40 years of success.
Attorney Edmunds and his staff successfully argued that their client’s mistakes did not imply that the client was a security risk, and that their client had learned from his errors and had not repeated any of his errors for years. The client had also responded favorable to remedial training, the firm argued.
The department found that the employee had a distinguished career as a defense contractor, he performed well at his job, the errors he made were few and long ago, and that it was not in the national interest to revoke his security clearance.
If your security clearance is threatened, have an experienced team of professionals with a successful record on your side. Call the Edmunds Law firm at 1-800-481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com to learn more.
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July 2022
Victory in EOD case for DHS
Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Safety Administration
Guideline H: Drug Involvement and Substance Misuse
Springfield, VA
Attorney Alan Edmunds and his dedicated staff of security clearance and military law experts successfully obtained a reversal of a decision by the Department of Homeland Security barring its client from accepting a contract position with the Transportation Security Administration of the DHS.
The client, an IT professional and loyal U.S. citizen, accepted a contract position with TSA to fulfill her ambition of serving her government and nation. However, because she admitted past marijuana usage, the DHS said she did not meet the standards of conduct for TSA employees.
The client retained the services of the Edmunds Law Firm. Headquartered in San Diego, California, with offices in Florida, Texas, North Carolina and the Washington, D.C. area, the firm is a leading military and security clearance firm with clients around the globe.
The firm brought its expertise to the matter, helping the client successfully appeal the DHS’ decision by showing that despite her past mistakes, she was not a security risk and would be a dependable, dedicated and loyal contract employee of the U.S. Government.
“I don’t know how I can express my thankfulness to you all!” the client said upon hearing the news that she was cleared to begin working at her new position. “I am so grateful for your hard work and am very impressed with your firm.”
If you want to serve your country but are being told that past mistakes are standing in your way, don’t fight alone. Hire a lawyer with unparalleled experience in security clearance law who will stand up for you. Call the Edmunds Law firm at 1-800-481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com for more information.
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April, 2022
Favorable Decision on Discharge Upgrade for US Navy Veteran
Department of the Navy
Board for Correction of Naval Records
Arlington, VA
Attorney Alan Edmunds and his staff of military and security clearance law experts recently received a favorable judgment for a client trying to upgrade his discharge status from the U.S. Navy.
The client was discharged from the Navy with the status of “Other Than Honorable” after two instances of non-judicial punishment for unauthorized absence. Subsequently, he was diagnosed with a mental illness that medical experts said could have contributed to the sailor’s unauthorized absences while in the Navy.
An OTH discharge is a blow to a person’s reputation and can lead to future difficulty obtaining employment or veteran benefits. Because of that, the veteran hired the Edmunds Law Firm to press the Navy for an upgrade to his discharge status.
Attorney Edmunds and his staff are leading experts in military law and security clearance cases, with offices in California, Florida, Texas, North Carolina and the Washington, D.C., area. The firm petitioned the Department of the Navy for a discharge upgrade on behalf of its client.
Attorney Edmunds and his staff were able to convince the Board for Correction of Naval Records to upgrade the sailor’s discharge status from Other Than Honorable discharge to a General Discharge under honorable conditions.
If you were discharged from the military due to misconduct that can be traced to mental illness, you may have options. Call the Edmunds Law Firm at 1-800-481-2526 or learn more at www.nationalsecurityclearances.com.
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2022
Security Clearance Victory in DOHA Hearing
Department of Defense, Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals
Guideline H: Drug Involvement and Substance Misuse
Woodland Hills, CA
Attorney Alan Edmunds of Edmunds Law Firm successfully helped obtain a security clearance for a client after past marijuana use threatened a job promotion.
The client, who applied for a security clearance after her employer promoted her after years on the job, voluntarily disclosed that she had smoked marijuana in the past, including in a jurisdiction where the drug is legalized.
Knowing that such an admission could bar her from receiving her security clearance, she retained the services of the Edmunds Law firm, a preeminent firm specializing in military law and security clearance law.
Attorney Edmunds and his staff went to work providing the vigorous legal representation for which the firm is renowned nationally and globally. Using the Whole-Person concept, the firm convinced the judge the client was eligible for the security clearance she needed for her promotion.
“[The] Applicant has been and is willing to maintain conduct expected of one entrusted with a security clearance,” the judge in the case said in his ruling. “She has multiple indicators of a mature, stable, responsible, and trustworthy person.”
For attorney Edmunds and his staff of dedicated professionals, the outcome of this case highlights their 40-year dedication to protecting their clients and their careers. If you are going though the daunting process of applying for a security clearance, make sure to have one of the most experienced military and security clearance legal teams on your side. Call the Edmunds Law firm at 1-800-481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com for more information.
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Security Clearance Victory Following DOHA Hearing
Department of Defense
Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals
Guideline K: Handling Protected Information
Santa Clarita, CA
July 2022
The Edmunds Law Firm received a favorable decision for their client from the Department of Defense, Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA). The client was issued a Statement of Reasons (SOR) detailing the Security Concerns under Guideline K: Handling Protected Information.
The concern with Guideline K is the deliberate or negligent failure to comply with rules and regulations for protecting classified or other sensitive information, raising doubts about an individual’s trustworthiness, judgment, reliability, or willingness and ability to safeguard such information, causing a serious security concern.
Our legal team gathered documentation to mitigate the Government’s concerns to prove that our client did not intentionally share classified information and that it was an isolated incident.
During the Virtual hearing, our legal team presented 34 pages of documents that demonstrated our client was not a National Security concern. We were able to prove that our client is reliable, trustworthy, and not a risk to National Security.
The Administrative Judge found that The Edmunds Law Firm proved our client was not a threat to National Security and issued a favorable decision. His National Security Clearance was granted!
Call The Edmunds Law Firm today if you have been issued a Statement of Reasons or a Notice to Revoke or Deny your Security Clearance. Let us use our over 45 years of experience to help you. You can call us at (800)481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com for instructional videos and client reviews.
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Security Clearance Victory Following DOHA Hearing
Department of Defense
Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals
Guideline F: Financial Consideration; Guideline E: Personal Conduct
Conyers, GA
June 2022
The Edmunds Law Firm received a favorable decision for their client from the Department of Defense, Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA). The client was issued a Statement of Reasons (SOR) detailing the Security Concerns under Guideline F: Financial Considerations and Guideline E: Personal Conduct.
Guideline F issues are increasingly common, and our team knows how to handle mitigation even though they can be challenging to overcome. We assembled supporting documents and prepared legal arguments for the hearing to mitigate the Government’s concerns.
Guideline E issues are another common issue that we see. Our client answered “No” on his Electronic Questionnaire for Investigations Processing (e-QIP) to various questions. In doing this, he answered based on his personal life, not his business. This was seen as a deliberate failure to disclose information.
During the Virtual hearing, our legal team presented 81 pages of detailed documentation to support our client and explained how he got into his financial situation. Our client had a business fire, and his financial debt was due to the business fire. We proved that our client is reliable, trustworthy, and will exercise good judgment. We also proved that our client is unlikely to be in this situation again and is more than just the allegations against him through the presentation of the Whole Person Concept. We have approximately 17 items we complete to alleviate the Governments’ concerns.
In doing so, the Administrative Judge was convinced that the client was not a threat to the United States National Security, and his Security Clearance was granted.
Call The Edmunds Law Firm today if you have been issued a Statement of Reasons or a Notice to Revoke or Deny your Security Clearance. Let us use our over 45 years of experience to help you. You can call us at (800)481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com for instructional videos and client reviews.
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Security Clearance Victory Following DOHA Hearing
Department of Defense
Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals
Guideline F: Financial Consideration; Guideline E: Personal Conduct
Sahuarita, AZ
June 2022
The Edmunds Law Firm received a favorable decision for their client from the Department of Defense, Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA). The client was initially issued a Statement of Reasons (SOR) detailing the security concerns under Guideline F: Financial Consideration and Guideline E: Personal Conduct.
The Edmunds Law Firm assembled documents and prepared legal arguments for the hearing to mitigate the Government’s concerns. Through our hard work and dedication, we showed that these concerns happened so long ago and have since been rectified with the likelihood of a recurrence unlikely.
The Edmunds Law Firm was able to prove that our client is reliable, trustworthy and will exercise good judgment, as well as prove that our client has rectified his tax issues and has his returns professionally prepared. In doing so, the Administrative Judge was convinced that the client is not a threat to the United States National Security and his Security Clearance was granted.
If you have been issued a Statement of Reasons or a Notice to Revoke or Deny your Security Clearance, call The Edmunds Law Firm today. Let us use our over 40 years of experience to help you. You can call us right now at (800)481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com for instructional videos and client reviews.
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Security Clearance Victory Following DOHA Hearing
Department of Defense
Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals
Guideline H: Drug Involvement and Substance Misuse; Guideline E: Personal Conduct
Chula Vista, CA
May, 2022
The Edmunds Law Firm received a favorable decision for their client from the Department of Defense, Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA). The client was initially issued a Statement of Reasons (SOR) detailing the security concerns under Guideline H: Drug Involvement and Substance Misuse and Guideline E: Personal Conduct.
The Edmunds Law Firm assembled documents and prepared legal arguments for the hearing to mitigate the Government’s concerns. The client became paralyzed after an off-road ATV accident in 2005. Since his accident, he has been permanently in a wheelchair and suffers from chronic back pain in addition to fatigue and soreness. The client chose not to use opioids that doctors wanted to prescribe him and only took over- the – counter medications. He used marijuana after joining adaptive sports programs and meeting others in wheelchairs who used marijuana to control the pain successfully.
The Edmunds Law Firm presented a strong case which included arguing the mitigating factors and was able to alleviate the Government’s concerns. The Administrative Judge was convinced that the client is not a threat to the United States National Security and his Security Clearance was granted.
If you have been issued a Statement of Reasons or a Notice to Revoke or Deny your Security Clearance, call The Edmunds Law Firm today. Let us use our over 40 years of experience to help you. You can call us right now at (800)481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com for instructional videos and client reviews.
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Security Clearance Victory Following DOHA Hearing
Department of Defense
Defense Office of Hearing and Appeals
Guideline B: Foreign Influence; Guideline C: Foreign Preference
Annapolis, MD
May 2022
The Edmunds Law Firm received a favorable decision for their client from the Department of Defense: Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA). The client was initially issued a Statement of Reasons (SOR) April 2021 detailing the security concerns under Guideline B: Foreign Influences and Guideline C: Foreign Preference.
Here at The Edmunds Law Firm, we got straight to work. Per Guideline B: The client’s girlfriend at the time (circa 2017) was a citizen and resident of France. The client was sending his girlfriend US money to help with rent and expenses. The client plans to retire in France in 2025 as well as had assets in France. Per Guideline C: The client was offered a civilian employment in Italy circa July, 2018.
During the hearing, Attorney Edmunds presented documentation that provided mitigating evidence on the client’s behalf. By arguing the mitigating factors, the Administrative Judge was swayed and found that the client is not a threat to The United States National Security and granted his Security Clearance.
If you have been issued a Statement of Reasons or a Notice to Revoke or Deny Security Clearance, call The Edmunds Law Firm today. Let us use our 45 years of experience to help you succeed. You can call us right now at (800)481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com for instructional videos and client reviews.
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Security Clearance Victory following DOHA Hearing
Department of Defense
Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals
Guideline K: Handling Protected Information; Guideline E: Personal Conduct
Highlands Ranch, CO
May 2022
Attorney Alan Edmunds received a favorable decision from the Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA). His client was issued multiple allegations in the Statement of Reasons (SOR) detailing security concerns under Guideline K: Handling Protected Information and Guideline E: Personal Conduct.
The Edmunds Law Firm got right to work on this case and did what they do best and fought for the client. During the scheduled virtual hearing, Attorney Edmunds presented the Administrative Judge with the client’s exhibits. The client had unknowingly brought his personal cell in a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) and installed an unauthorized memory upgrade chip to his work computer.
With the documents and arguments that were presented to the Administrative Judge, the Administrative Judge found that it was clearly consistent with the National Security interests to grant the client his Security Clearance.
No Guideline is too difficult for Attorney Edmunds and his team of Security Clearance Experts. Attorney Edmunds can help with any phase of the Security Clearance process. Call us today at (800) 481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearance.com for more information and client reviews.
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Security Clearance Victory Following DoDCAF Hearing
Department of Defense
Consolidated Adjudications Facility
Guideline H: Drug Involvement and Substance Misuse; I: Psychological Conditions; J: Criminal Conduct
Evans Mills, NY
May 2022
The Edmunds Law Firm received a favorable decision for their client from the Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility(DoDCAF). The client was initially issued a Statement of Reasons (SOR) detailing the security concerns under Guideline H: Drug Involvement and Substance Misuse; Guideline I: Psychological Conditions and Guideline J: Criminal Conduct.
Here at The Edmunds Law Firm, we never turn down a challenge and got straight to work for the client. The client was prescribed medications after having a surgery on 2016 and used marijuana in 2018. In the same year as this the client sought treatment voluntarily to overcome his dependencies. The client had since stopped all illegal drug and alcohol use since May 2018.
In the written response to the SOR, Attorney Edmunds presented documentation that provided mitigating evidence on the clients behalf. By arguing the mitigating factors, the Firm was able to has resolved the issues at hand and DoD CAF was convinced that the client is not a threat to the United States National Security and his access was granted.
If you have been issued a Statement of Reasons or a Notice to Revoke or Deny security clearance, call The Edmunds Law Firm today. Let us put our over 40 years of experience to help you. You can call us right now at (800)481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com for instructional videos and client reviews.
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Security Clearance Victory following DOHA Hearing
Department of Defense
Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals
Guideline F: Financial Considerations
Woodbridge, VA
January 2022
Attorney Alan Edmunds received a favorable decision from the Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA). His client was issued multiple Statement of Reasons (SOR) detailing security concerns under Guidelines E: Personal Conduct, F: Financial Considerations, G: Alcohol Consumption, H: Drug Involvement, I: Psychological Conditions, and J: Criminal Conduct. Attorney Edmunds and his team of experts responded to the Statement of Reasons, successfully mitigating all the security concerns, expect for Guideline F.
Guideline F issues are incredibly common, yet very difficult to overcome. However, the Edmunds Law Firm did what they do best and fought for the client. During the scheduled virtual hearing, Attorney Edmunds presented the Administrative Judge with the clients exhibits. The Administrative Judge determined that was not enough to mitigate their concerns. That did not stop the Edmunds Law Firm. Attorney Edmunds and his team submitted 104 pages of Post-Hearing Exhibits, specifically detailing what each document successfully mitigates.
The Administrative Judge was swayed by these arguments and documents. In his decision, the judge found that it was clearly consistent with the national interest to grant the Firm’s client eligibility for access to classified information.
No Guideline is too difficult for Attorney Edmunds and his team of Security Clearance Experts. Attorney Edmunds can help with any phase of the Security Clearance process. Call us today at (800) 481-2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com for more information and client reviews.
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Security Clearance Victory After Hearing with Administrative Judge
Department of Defense
Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA)
Guideline F: Financial Considerations
Weptumpka, AL
February 2022
The team of Security Clearance Experts at The Edmunds Law Firm received notice of a favorable adjudication from the Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA). The Firm’s client was issued a Statement of Reasons (SOR) detailing the government’s concerns under Guideline F: Financial Considerations and subsequently granted a hearing.
The Firm’s client had suffered major financial losses during the 2008 market downturn. He had the unfortunate luck of graduating that same year. His high expectations of success in the workforce were met with economic crisis. Like so many Americans, it has taken a long time to recover.
By presenting 25 exhibits outlining evidence on mitigating factors and the Whole Person Concept, Attorney Jerald Washington was able to prove to the court that his client’s financial concerns were under control and posed no risk to national security. As a Senior Integration Engineer, his client was an asset to United States intelligence.
The Administrative Law Judge was persuaded by Mr. Washington’s arguments and issued a favorable adjudication for the client. As a result, his eligibility for access to classified information was granted, allowing him to continue his promising career in service of his country.
If you have received a Statement of Reasons or need an expert’s touch at your hearing, call the Edmunds Law Firm today at (800) 481-2526. You can also find client reviews and additional information by visiting www.nationalsecurityclearances.com.
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Favorable Decision on Discharge Upgrade for USMC Combat Veteran
Department of the Navy
Board for Correction of Naval Records
Frederick, MD
February 2022
The Edmunds Law Firm was recently notified of a favorable adjudication from the Department of the Navy, Board for Correction of Naval Records (“the Board”).
The Firm’s client, a US Marine Corps combat veteran, was discharged nearly a decade ago with an other than honorable characterization due to drug and alcohol use between combat deployments.
He had no such issues prior to his first deployment. However, after returning from a tour of duty in 2004, the client and his unit were told they would be returning to battle in only a few short months.
Prior to his discharge, he had been diagnosed in-service with “alcohol dependence/substance related event” due to possible combat stress. After his discharge, he was diagnosed with PTSD/Major Depressive Disorder with Panic due to combat experience.
It was clear that this soldier did not deserve anything but an honorable discharge. Attorney Alan Edmunds and his team of security clearance attorneys immediately got to work and requested the Board to review their petition alleging error and injustice.
Upon review of the Firm’s written upgrade brief and supporting exhibits, the Board was indeed convinced that corrective action was necessary. They found that a nexus existed between the client’s traumatic combat experiences and his misconduct.
As a result, the Firm’s client was issued a new DD Form 2014 that reflected an Honorable discharge, allowing for full veterans’ benefits and privileges.
If you were discharged from the military due to misconduct that can be traced to the effects of combat, contact The Edmunds Law Firm today at (800) 481-2526. You can also visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com for instructional videos and client reviews.
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Security Clearance Granted After Hearing with Administrative Judge
Department of Defense
Defense office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA)
Guideline H: Drug Involvement and Substance Misuse
Downey, CA
February 2022
The Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA) recently sent notice of another victory to the Edmunds Law Firm. The Firm was hired to mitigate the concerns over their client’s drug involvement and substance misuse under Guideline H.
The Firm’s client was a 27-year-old engineer working as a government contractor. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DODCAF) had issued him a Statement of Reasons (SOR) outlining illegal drug use.
However, Attorney Alan Edmunds knew his client was not a security risk. He had only used marijuana twice in high school and more recently, didn’t realize there was marijuana in a vape pen he had borrowed from a friend. Clearly, he was far from a drug abuser.
In a powerful Response to SOR, Mr. Edmunds demanded a hearing in front of an Administrative Judge, which was quickly granted. During the hearing, Attorney Edmunds presented 18 exhibits to support mitigating arguments and the Whole Person Concept.
The Administrative Law Judge was convinced by these arguments. In his decision, the Judge found that it was clearly consistent with the national interest to grant the Firm’s client eligibility for access to classified information.
If you have received a Statement of Reasons or otherwise need help in maintaining your security clearance, contact the Edmunds Law Firm today! Call (800) 481.2526 or visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com for client reviews and other DOHA victories.
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Security Clearance Victory After Hearing with Administrative Judge
Department of Defense
Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA)
Guideline F: Financial Considerations
Bowie, MD
February 2022
Attorney Alan Edmunds received notice of a favorable decision from the Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA). His client was initially issued a Statement of Reasons (SOR) detailing security concerns under Guideline F: Financial Considerations.
Guideline F issues are extremely common, particularly for anyone with student loans. Unsurprisingly, these cases have been on the rise. Despite their frequency, they can be difficult to win without the appropriate documentation.
With over 40 years of experience in this area, the Security Clearance experts at the Edmunds Law Firm knew exactly where to begin. Though their client still had debt at the time of the DOHA hearing, Attorney Alan Edmunds was able to present evidence that substantial steps had been taken in addressing those debts.
Attorney Edmunds also presented evidence that many of these debts were caused by unforeseen family and health problems, in addition to student loans. He insisted his client acted reasonably under the circumstances and that the protective services officer is not at all a risk to national security.
The Administrative Law Judge determined that Mr. Edmunds was correct and issued his client a favorable adjudication. Eligibility for access to classified information was granted, and the Firm’s client was able to continue in his promising career in service of U.S. National Security.
If you have received a Statement of Reasons or need an expert’s touch at your hearing, call the Edmunds Law Firm today at (800) 481-2526. You can also find client reviews and additional information by visiting www.nationalsecurityclearances.com.
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Clearance Granted After Response to Interrogatories
Department of Defense
Consolidated Adjudications Facility
Guideline G: Alcohol Consumption
Saint Petersburg, FL
February 2022
There are many steps an agency may take in an investigation to determine access eligibility to classified information. One important such step is responding to government interrogatories. This is where cases can be won before they even begin. Because it determines whether a Statement of Reasons (SOR) is even issued, this type of response must be handled with care and expertise.
The Edmunds Law firm recently acquired a favorable determination for their client at this very stage. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DODCAF) issued a questionnaire requesting additional information about his use of alcohol. This signaled the government’s concerns under Guideline G: Alcohol Consumption.
The Firm submitted a detailed response to the government’s questionnaire. This included powerful evidence that their client voluntarily and successfully completed treatment and rehabilitation over four (4) years ago and has not had any alcohol-related incidents since.
Attorney Edmunds’s response to DODCAF’s interrogatories was well-received as the government’s Guideline G concerns were mitigated. Mr. Edmunds was able to prove that his client was not a threat to U.S. national security.
As a result, DODCAF took no further investigative action and the Firm’s client was granted his security clearance.
The Security Clearance experts at the Edmunds Law Firm know what it takes to mitigate concerns at this early stage of government inquiry. If you have received an interrogatory request or need help with any stage of the security clearance process, call us today at (800) 481-2526. You can also visit our website at www.nationalsecurityclearances.com for client reviews and instructional videos.
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Security Clearance Victory Following DOHA Hearing
Department of Defense
Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals
Guideline H: Drug Involvement and Substance Misuse
San Diego, CA
January 2022
Attorney Alan Edmunds received notice of a favorable decision for his client from the Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA). His client was initially issued a Statement of Reasons (SOR) detailing security concerns under Guideline H: Drug Involvement and Substance Misuse.
Guideline H issues are surprisingly common, particularly when the government looks back to a subject’s college years. Despite their frequency, these cases can be hard to overcome.
Never turning down a challenge, The Edmunds Law Firm’s team of Security Clearance experts got straight to work. They discovered the government had concerns about their 45-year-old client’s marijuana experimentation that took place over 25 years ago. At that point in his life, the client did not hold a security clearance, nor did he have plans to hold one in the future.
In other words, this exceptional government contractor was not a risk to national security after years of exemplary service and abstinence from drug use.
During the scheduled virtual hearing, Attorney Edmunds presented documentation that provided mitigating evidence, including the Whole Person Concept.
The Administrative Judge was swayed by these arguments and found that the client has been and is willing to maintain conduct expected of one holding a security clearance. Therefore, eligibility for access to classified information was granted.
Government concerns over Guideline H issues require a specific response that Alan Edmunds has perfected in his 40+ years of experience. If you have received a Statement of Reasons or need an expert’s touch at your hearing, call the Edmunds Law Firm today at (800) 481-2526. You can also find client reviews and additional information by visiting www.nationalsecurityclearances.com.
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Victory Following Response to SOR and DOHA Hearing
Department of Defense
Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA)
Guideline H: Drug Involvement and Substance Misuse
Aldie, VA
January 2022
The Edmunds Law Firm received notice of yet another victory in front of the Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA).
The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DODCAF) issued Attorney Alan Edmunds’s client a Statement of Reasons (SOR) outlining concerns arising out of Guideline H, Drug Involvement and Substance Misuse. The client had used marijuana on a few occasions over the past decade.
Attorney Edmunds and his top team of Security Clearance attorneys see this type of case regularly and know exactly what it takes to mitigate the government’s concerns.
The Firm’s client, a 36-year-old government contractor, was a crucial component to government programs such as Early Warning Missile Defense Radar development, the Air Force and Missile Defense Agency, CVN-78 services for the Navy, and air traffic control training services for the Federal Aviation Administration.
In his 77-page Response to SOR, Attorney Edmunds argued mitigating factors and the Whole Person Concept. He also represented his client via virtual hearing in front of a DOHA Administrative Judge. He was able to show the Judge that his client had not used any illegal drug in the past four years and did not intend to do so again.
In the end, the court was convinced that a few, infrequent uses of marijuana were not enough to call the client’s integrity and trustworthiness into question. Because the government’s concerns were mitigated, her eligibility for access to classified information was granted.
If you have received a Statement of Reasons or are in any other phase of the Security Clearance process, call the Edmunds Law Firm today at (800) 481-2526. You can also visit www.nationalsecurityclearances.com for more information and client reviews. There is no time to waste!
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Security Clearance Victory Following Response to SOR
Department of Defense
Consolidated Adjudications Facility
Guideline H: Drug Involvement and Substance Misuse
Poulsbo, WA
January 2022
The Edmunds Law Firm received Notice of a favorable decision upon appeal of their client’s denied Security Clearance Application. The Statement of Reasons alleged concerns under Guideline H: Drug Involvement and Substance Misuse based on six uses of marijuana over a four-year period.
In his Response to Statement of Reasons (RSOR), Attorney Jerald Washington, Jr. illustrated just how infrequent this use is when compared to his client’s lengthy and exemplary record.
Attorney Washington provided evidence that his client did not have access to classified information during the few times he used the drug.
After offering other mitigating evidence, supporting documentation, and arguing the Whole Person Concept, Attorney Washington successfully persuaded DODCAF that his client’s actions were no longer a security concern.
As a result, this government contractor was able to return to the critical work he performs in support of government agencies and the United States armed forces.
This is yet another such victory achieved by the team of Security Clearance lawyers at the Edmunds Law Firm.
With over 40 years of experience, Alan Edmunds and his firm know exactly what it takes to mitigate Guideline H concerns. If you have received an SOR or other notice to revoke your Security Clearance, get help today! Call us at (800) 481-2526 or visit our website at www.nationalsecurityclearances.com for instructional videos and reviews.
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