Mr. Gapasin is local and lives in nearby Springfield, Missouri. He frequently represents service members and military families at Fort Leonard Wood. He provides a level of insight that only comes from having served there as the Senior Defense Counsel at the Trial Defense Service office from 2010-2012. In that role, Mr. Gapasin defended soldiers from the very units and commands that operate on the installation today and handled the full range of military justice matters, including courts-martial, administrative separations, investigations, and adverse actions. That firsthand experience gives him a better understanding of the command climate, the training mission at Leonard Wood, and how cases are actually developed and prosecuted on post.
Gapasin has extensive experience defending drill sergeants and cadre members whose careers were placed at risk, including cases involving loss of the drill sergeant hat, trainee allegations, and allegations that threaten both rank and retirement. These cases require a detailed understanding of TRADOC regulations, investigative practices, and the unique pressures placed on drill sergeants and instructors. Mr. Gapasin knows how these cases unfold, where mistakes are often made, and how to challenge weak allegations while presenting a clear, professional defense focused on retention, mitigation, and protecting long-term benefits.
As a native of the Ozarks and a Missouri-licensed attorney, Mr. Gapasin brings both local familiarity and national-level military defense experience to every case at Fort Leonard Wood. He works closely with clients from the earliest stages of an investigation through boards, hearings, and court-martial proceedings, providing clear guidance and decisive advocacy. Mr. Gapasin's goal is not simply to respond to allegations, but to protect your career, your reputation, and your future—both in and out of uniform.
Call Mr. Gapasin Today for a No-Cost Consultation. (877) 833-UCMJ (8265).
