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Robert Capovilla Named Top 40 Lawyer Under 40 by Premier Lawyers of America
The law firm of Capovilla & Williams is proud to announce that Robert Capovilla was just named to the top 40 Under 40 list by the Premier Lawyers of America. Top 40 under 40 recognition is reserved for a limited number of attorneys in each state under the age of 40 who demonstrate exceptional… Read More »

Oh NO! I Just Discovered that Law Enforcement Recorded My Phone Call!
Look…pretext phone calls are a big deal. These seemingly innocent conversations with your accusers can lead to your conviction and your registration as a sex offender. In this video, Mickey and Robert discuss what a pretext phone call is and how it can impact your sexual case. Here is some free advice – if… Read More »

Will the Real Mickey Wiliams Please Stand Up!
In this video Mickey digs dip and discusses how his time as an Army Ranger shaped him as a man and a trial attorney. Mickey served as an Army Ranger downrange, he is a combat veteran, and he is one of the founding partners of Capovilla & Williams. When you select an attorney it… Read More »

Are BAH or Voucher Fraud Claims a Big Deal?
In this clip, Mickey and Robert discuss fraud claims in the military. Specifically, they discuss what BAH Fraud and Voucher Fraud are and how a service member may be falsely accused of committing these types of crimes. Here is the bottom line: most service members do not understand the BAH or voucher system, they… Read More »

Why You Should Hire a Civilian if You Are Facing Separation
In this clip, Mickey and Robert discuss why it is important to have an experienced attorney on your side during a military separation hearing. OTH separation boards are very similar to criminal trials and you are going to need an attorney who is an experienced litigator to ensure that your rights are being upheld… Read More »

Military Separation Boards
Robert Capovilla and Mickey Williams discuss the basic information that you need to know if you are notified of separation for misconduct. Mickey educates the listeners on who is and who isn’t entitled to a bring their case before a separation board and what types of allegations we typically see at separation boards. Remember,… Read More »

The Military Rape Shield Law (MRE 412)
In this video Mickey Williams and Robert Capovilla discuss Military Rule of Evidence 412, which is commonly known as the rape shield law. This rule of evidence states that evidence offered to prove that your accuser engaged in other sexual behavior is not admissible in military courts. However, Mickey and Robert discuss the exceptions… Read More »