Debarment Response To Statement of Reasons
The Edmunds Law Firm is this country’s leading provider for Debarment Responses to Statement of Reasons (SOR) on a national level. Attorney Edmunds appears across the country and posts his case victories on the law firm websites for client review.
The Response to Statement of Reasons is very important. The Edmunds Law Firm is adept at winning clearance at this early stage, and has done so on many occasions. Visit our websites to review debarment cases won with just the Response.
Attorney Edmunds is aggressive in saving careers and client employment. His experience and deep knowledge of this sector are what make the difference. Call 800.481.2526 for a free consultation or to learn why the Edmunds Law Firm is the country’s leading provider for Responses to Statement of Reasons.
Recent Favorable Decisions
Favorable Decision From Written Response
Exeter, RI
Department of Defense
Guideline I: Psychological Conditions
The Edmunds Law Firm received notice of a favorable decision on a Response to Statement of Reasons for a client who had a diagnosis of major depression and anxiety disorder. Our client was in Guam when he experienced a major personal loss. He was placed on a strong medicine that had serious side effects. A new doctor and new medicine turned the client’s health around and he continued to perform very well.
The issue that complicated this case was a diagnosis from a gov’t doctor who had seen our client on only one occasion. His report had numerous errors. Disbarment Attorney Edmunds and his staff used independent medical counsel and strong mitigation to overcome the concerns of the gov’t. The case was indeed reversed and our client received his Clearance.
Attorney Alan Edmunds has offices across the United States. He works with Active Duty Military from every branch of the service as well as Federal Employees and DoD Contractors. He appears at Hearings and does Security Clearance Appeals. His staff is trained in Response to Statement of Reasons, and they often perform very well, just as they did in this case. Call 800.481.2526 with questions or to schedule an appointment. Known as one of “The Best Security Clearance Lawyers” in the country, Attorney Edmunds extensive skills and experience are available to clients who are facing a potential loss of job or career.
Department Of Defense Victory from Written Response
Adultery Allegations & Soliciting Sex Acts
Hanover, MD
The Edmunds Law Firm, this country’s leading national security clearance law firm, received notice of another favorable decision from the Department of Defense arising from a SOR. The victory was following a Written Response to Statement of Reasons. The case was difficult because it involved numerous allegations of soliciting sex acts and adultery.
The Written Response to SOR prepared by Attorney Brengle at the Edmunds Law Firm included numerous exhibits, a legal brief and proof of rehabilitation. Our client’s career and job were saved. His family could look forward to a secure Holiday because their father remained employed. Winning with just the Written Response is a very difficult task, and as such, most cases proceed to a Formal Security Clearance Appeal Hearing.
The Edmunds Law Firm has offices across the United States for our clients. If you need a Response to Statement of Reason, a formal Security Clearance Hearing Appeal Attorney or have questions call 800.481.2526 and speak with an expert today. Visit the official gov’t website at the Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals and enter Disbarment Attorney Edmunds’s name to review his cases
Victory From Written Response to SOR
Minneapolis, MN
Personal Conduct
The Edmunds Law Firm received Notice of a favorable decision from a Written Response to Statement of Reasons. The case was unique because it was the second time our Law Firm helped this client with allegations against his Clearance. On both occasions, our staff responded and we won.
This disbarment case involved a 39-year-old man who was former Air Force with personal conduct allegations brought against him. He is an Information Technology Specialist who needs an active Security Clearance to work and keep his job. The allegations contained facts involving Kenya, Africa.
Attorney Ryan Nerney drafted the Response to Statement of Reasons and sent it to the Agency with exhibits. The client didn’t have to contend with a Formal Security Clearance Appeal Hearing.
The Edmunds Law Firm helps Active duty and Civilians around the globe. The Firm has a global reputation for aggressive representation. Disbarment Attorney Edmunds has more Hearings on this site (Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals) than most of the competition. His experience makes the difference.
Department Of Defense Victory from Written Response
Lexington Park, MD
Guideline F: Financial Concerns
The Edmunds Law Firm was notified that our client received his clearance back from a written Response to SOR that the Firm submitted with exhibits.
The disbarment case involved a retired Navy Chief Warrant Officer who had 10 separate financial allegations on his Statement of Reasons. He was married with 4 children and a wife who was unemployed. The family experienced periods of unemployment and financial turmoil due to family obligations.
The Firm performed the Written Response to SOR with exhibits and a legal brief. Upon reviewing this Response, the gov’t withdrew the Statement of Reasons.
Disbarment Attorney Alan Edmunds has been helping Active Duty and Civilian employees with Security Clearance Appeals for over 40 years. Just call us at 800.481.2526 and our experienced team of experts will fight the government every step.
Dept. of Defense Victory from Written Response
Papillon, NE
Guideline E: Personal Conduct
Misuse And Sale Of Military Property
The Edmunds Law Firm received a favorable ruling from the Dept. of Defense after submitting a written Response to Statement of Reasons. The case involved allegations of misuse of government property.
Attorney Shane Brengle drafted the Written Response with exhibits. He argued the “whole person” concept, as his client was a highly decorated military member. His rank was LT COL.
Disbarment Attorney Edmunds helps clients around the globe. Active-Duty Military and Civilian clients call him from around the world regarding national security clearance problems. His record is well documented on the Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals website. Alan Edmunds is often referred to as “the DOHA LAWYER”.
If you have received an SOR/LOI, or want to Appeal an adverse decision on a security clearance please call 800.481.2526 for immediate help. The Edmunds Law Firm is this country’s leading national security clearance law firm with offices from coast to coast.
Security Clearance Victory from Written Response
Petty Theft & Time Card Fraud
Mclean, VA
The Edmunds Law Firm received Notice of a favorable Security Clearance decision following a response to Statement of Reasons. This was an important result because the client had their clearance reinstated without a Formal DOHA Security Clearance Hearing. The savings in time and money through such cases are considerable.
The case involved allegations of Petty Theft, Time Card Fraud and Financial considerations under Guideline F of the DoD Directive 5220.6 – The law firm submitted a complete Response to SOR that included arguments and exhibits. The client was charged one simple flat fee for services – no hourly fees.
Disbarment Attorney Alan Edmunds has over 40 years of experience helping Active Duty and Civilian employees as well as DoD Contractors with Security Clearance problems. He can help you as well – call 800.481.2526. The Edmunds Law Firm has offices from coast to coast and offers excellent customer service. The San Diego Better Business Bureau rates the Firm A+.
Security Clearance Victory from Written Response
Guideline B: Foreign Influence – India
Tobacco, NJ
The Edmunds Law Firm , the leading provider of national security clearance representation, received written Notification from DOHA that the gov’t withdrew its opposition to the security application of our client based upon written information provided by the Firm. The letter went on to state:
“Your client will be granted a security clearance at the level requested. Please allow 3-5 business days for the system to be updated to reflect the new status.”
In this case the client had allegations of Guideline B – Foreign Influence and Foreign Preference. The country involved was India. The applicant had father, brother, mother-in-law, father-in law, and aunt in India. Once again the gov’t chose not to proceed to Hearing against Disbarment Attorney Alan Edmunds, instead choosing to grant the security clearance after an initial denial. Alan Edmunds record of success is made public on the DOHA site. Nationally, he appears before the DOHA Administrative Judges at a number that exceeds other attorneys in the country.
Clearance Granted Before Trial
Guidelines B (Foreign Influence – Citizen Of Iraq)
The Edmunds Law Firm received Notice that the gov’t granted our clients Security Clearance based on our written Response to Statement of Reasons. The case was being set for a formal Hearing and the gov’t withdrew its objection. This is the 4th time this month the gov’t chose not to go to trial against Disbarment Attorney Alan Edmunds.
Our client had relatives in Iraq, including her mother, sister and brother. The gov’t said her ties to Iraq created a security concern. Disbarment Attorney Alan Edmunds filed a very lengthy Response to Statements of Reasons with exhibits and a legal brief.
DODCAF
Bremerton, WA
Guidelines B (Foreign Influence), D (Sexual Behavior), K (Handling Protected Information)
An Active Duty Navy Petty Officer Second Class received a Statement of Reasons for Foreign Influence, Sexual Behavior, and Handling Protected Information Guidelines. Applicant had a relationship with a Foreign National while holding a security clearance. Additionally, the Government had allegations that the Applicant was providing Force Protection information to his Foreign National girlfriend. The Applicant contacted the Edmunds Law Firm for help in responding to the Governments allegations. This case was unique, as the Applicant was in the Navy Submarine Force and reassigned to a temporary shore unit while undergoing this adjudication process. The applicant was being processed for Administrative Separation for not maintaining a security clearance. The Edmunds Law Firm responded to each allegation listed in the Statement of Reasons, with a professionally written response and numerous exhibits that supported the Applicant’s response. DODCAF made a favorable decision for Applicant to maintain his security clearance. As a result, Administrative Separation processing was stopped, and this Second Class Petty Officer was able to continue with his Navy career.
Department of Hearing And Appeals (DOHA) Hearing
GUIDELINES E and F (Personal Conduct & Financial Considerations)
San Diego, CA
A Contractor working as an Electrical Engineer for the U.S. Government received a Statement of Reasons for Financial issues and Personal Conduct issues. The financial debt total was over $170,000.00. The Personal Conduct Issue was falsifying the e-QIP by failing to disclose debt. The Applicant requested a Hearing in front of an Administrative Judge. At the hearing, disbarment lawyer Edmunds presented numerous exhibits and mitigating documents that were crucial to the case. As a result, the Contractor received a favorable Security Clearance Determination. The knowledge and experience of Mr. Edmunds and his staff were crucial in providing the mitigating documents that were necessary to win this case. The Edmunds Law Firm saved this Contractor’s Security Clearance, and most importantly, the Contractor’s career, thanks to Disbarment Attorney Edmunds and his professional staff.
Written Response to Statement of Reasons
Guideline B – Foreign Influence
The Edmunds Law Firm received a favorable decision on a national security clearance case involving Guideline B – Foreign Influence! This victory for our client was achieved through a written Response to the SOR! Attorney Ryan C. Nerney wrote the Response to the SOR that alleged our client was not trustworthy because he had family contacts in Afghanistan! Attorney Nerney was able to present strong mitigation through various arguments to reduce the government’s concerns. Attorney Nerney filed evidence and statements that mitigated the concerns in the Statement of Reasons and the clearance was granted without the time and expense of a formal Hearing.
DOHA (Hearing)
Guidelines B (Foreign Influence) and Guideline C (Foreign Preference)
Durham, NC
A Statement of Reasons was issued to a Government Contractor by the Department of Defense, Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DODCAF) for Foreign Influence and Foreign Preference. This Government Contractor requested a Hearing in front of an Administrative Judge, and the case was heard in December 2015. Mr. Alan Edmunds represented this client, and provided evidence and testimony to the Judge at the hearing. With the experience and knowledge of Disbarment Attorney Edmunds, and the support of his staff, this case was ruled in favor of the client. As a result, the Government’s concerns were mitigated. This Government Contractor’s security clearance was granted, and most importantly, he was able to continue with his career working for the Government.
DOHA (Hearing)
Guidelines E and K.
Caldwell, NJ
A Government Contractor received a Statement of Reasons for Personal Conduct and Handling Protected Information. The case was assigned to an Administrative Judge for a hearing. Disbarment Lawyer Edmunds represented this client, providing evidence and testimony to the Judge at the hearing. As a result, the Government’s concerns were mitigated. This Government Contractor was able to maintain his security clearance and continue with his job.
DODCAF (Written Response)
Guideline F – 25 allegations
Boise, ID
A Federal Employee received a Statement of Reasons for Financial Allegations (Tax Lien’s, Unpaid Taxes, Collection Accounts Unpaid) and Foreign Influence (Working for a foreign family in Saudi Arabia). Disbarment lawyer Edmunds and his staff responded to the allegations listed in the Statement of Reasons through a professionally written response. After the Response was submitted and received by DODCAF, notification was received by The Edmunds Law Firm from the Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals that stated: “due to the additional information provided regarding the allegations listed in the Statement of Reasons, the Government Withdraws the Statement of Reasons, and the Security Clearance is granted.” Yet another example of the professional services provided by The Edmunds Law Firm.
DODCAF – Response to Statement of Reasons
Citrus Heights, CA
GUIDELINES E and F (Personal Conduct & Financial Considerations)
A Contractor working as an Auditor for the U.S. Government received a Statement of Reasons for Financial issues and Personal Conduct issues. The Statement of Reasons had over 15 allegations of Financial debt and Personal Conduct issues. The Financial debt total was over $40,000.00. The Personal Conduct issue was failure to address debt in the SF-86. Mr. Edmunds and his staff prepared a professionally written response to these Government allegations, and as a result, the Contractor received a favorable Security Clearance Determination.
DEPARTMENT OF HEARINGS AND APPEALS (DOHA Hearing)
Orlando, FL
Guidelines E and H
A Systems Engineer working as a Government Contractor for the Department of Defense, received a Statement of Reasons for Drug Involvement and Personal Conduct. The Personal Conduct allegation was due to falsifying a Government document (SF-86). Disbarment Attorney Alan Edmunds represented the Contractor at his hearing, and through testimony and the submission of exhibits, Disbarment Attorney Edmunds was able to mitigate the Government’s concerns. As a result, the Judge issued a favorable decision. Once again, another career saved by Mr. Edmunds and his staff.
Written Response To Statement of Reasons
September, 2015 – Wantage, NJ
Guideline E – Personal Conduct
The Edmunds Law Firm received Notice of another favorable decision in a National Security Clearance case following a written submission to a Statement of Reasons. The case involved a client who refused to sign a medical release form and was subsequently fired from his job. Edmunds Law Firm filed a Written Response to SOR with exhibits and a legal brief. The arguments that were presented mitigated the government concerns and our client was granted his security clearance without the need for a formal hearing.
Security Clearance
Department of the Navy: Response to Statement of Reasons
Guideline F
The Applicant, an honorably discharged Navy veteran and loyal United States Citizen, was issued a Statement of Reasons due to serious financial considerations including bankruptcy, past due payments, collections and judgments totaling in the tens of thousands of dollars. The Edmunds Law Firm, through a written response to the Statement of Reasons, mitigated the government’s concerns with Applicant’s financial considerations by proving the financial debts were caused by circumstances outside Applicant’s control. The favorable decision resulted in the Applicant’s security clearance being reinstated.
Security Clearance
DOHA: Reapplication Brief
Guidelines D and E
The Applicant was issued a Statement of Reasons for the government’s concerns regarding his sexual behavior and personal conduct. For six years, Applicant viewed adult pornographic material on government computers while working for a government agency. When Applicant’s security clearance revocation was upheld after a hearing, disbarment attorney Alan Edmunds of the Edmund’s Law Firm successfully mitigated the government’s concerns in a reapplication brief. The favorable decision provided Applicant with Top Secret security clearance eligibility.
