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Philip Douglas Cave

About Philip Douglas Cave

Philip Douglas Cave is a lawyer practicing military courts martial, military criminal law, military justice and 3 other areas of law. Philip received a B.A. degree from Wright State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years. Philip practices at The Law Office of Philip D. Cave in Alexandria, VA.

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Military Law
Posted by anonymous
May 21, 2025
Hired Attorney

Phil represented me in a BOI that concluded on 09 May 2025. The results were 3-0 no misconduct and 3-0 retain. Full vindication. I am now awaiting a promotion that has been held for three years and will hire Phil again, if required, to secure that promotion and back pay. Phil never kept me waiting on answers to my questions. He is brilliant in both preparation and performance. You cannot beat his remarkable experience, knowledge, and results. I have no complaints and would highly recommend him to represent you. In a military pervaded with confirmation bias, we need more Phil Cave's to help fight the war on warriors. Hire Phil now, and work with him to obtain your victory.

 
Military Law
Posted by anonymous
April 02, 2009
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Mr. Cave is absolutely the best attorney I've utilized. Articulate and to the point. Exceptional knowledge on the subject matter and knowledge of the enemy's (prosecution) tactics etc. I have already recommended him to others and will utilize his services again if need be. A true and carrying professional.

Military Law
Posted by anonymous
April 12, 2009
Hired Attorney

After interviewing four attorney's, I contacted Philip Cave. With other attorneys, I felt any interaction was strictly mechanical but with Philip, I could tell it was meaningful. His passion for seeking justice coupled with his ability to adapt, overcome, and charge forward regardless of the circumstances speaks volumes of his profesionalism. Without reservation, I give Philip Cave my highest recommendation and would advice anyone seeking counsel to meet with Philip Cave first.

 

Services

Areas of Law

  • Administrative Law
  • Other 5
    • Military Courts Martial
    • Military Criminal Law
    • Military Justice
    • Appeals of Actions Under the UCMJ
    • Security Clearance

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Fixed hourly rates: $150 - $300/hr
    Fixed fees available
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Principal
    Firm Name
    The Law Office of Philip D. Cave
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    United States v. Brown, NMCCA 201300181 (NMCCA 30 June 2014)
    United States v. Trew, 68 M.J. 364 (C.A.A.F. 2010)
    United States v. Dorman, 58 M.J. 295 (C.A.A.F. 2003)
    United States v. Lee, 54 M.J. 285 (C.A.A.F. 2000)(amicus)
    United States v. Smith, 43 M.J. 390 (C.A.A.F. 1996)
    United States v. Saylor, 40 M.J. 715 (N-M Ct. Crim. App. 1994)
    United States v. Collins, 39 M.J. 739 (N-M Ct. Crim. App. 1994)
    United States v. Clemons, 39 M.J. 865 (N-M Ct. Crim. App. 1994)

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2000, United States Court of Federal Claims
    1991, Navy-Marine Corps Court of Criminal Appeals
    2000, Army Court of Criminal Appeals
    2000, Air Force Court of Criminal Appeals
    2000, Coast Guard Court of Criminal Appeals
    1979, Ohio
    2000, Virginia
    2000, District of Columbia
    1980, Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces
    2000, Federal District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia
    Memberships
    Virginia State Bar
    The District of Columbia Bar.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Case Western Reserve University
    Class of 1979
    J.D.

    George Washington University
    Class of 1988
    LL.M.
    Other Education
    Wright State University
    Class of 1976
    B.A.
  • Special Agencies
    All military courts of criminal appeals, Defense Office of Hearings & Appeals
  • Military Service
    Judge Advocate, U.S. Navy (Ret.). During 20 years of active duty service I served two tours as a defense counsel, two tours as a trial counsel (prosecutor), and three tours as a staff judge advocate (legal adviser). I also served a tour in HQ Navy TJAG, in the division responsible for policies, regulations and statutes affecting military justice in the Navy and Marine Corps.
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