DoD Employees, Contractors Can Appeal Security Clearance Decisions
Did you receive an unfavorable decision after your Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA) hearing before an Administrative Judge? Under Department of Defense (DoD)…
Key Considerations for Federal Employees Contemplating the Deferred Resignation Program
On Jan. 28, 2025, nearly 2.2 million federal employees received a notification from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) explaining their right to elect a “deferred…
Dole Act aims to improve lives of veterans and their families
Following years of advocacy by veterans’ groups, a new law aims to provide increased relief to veterans and their families. The “Dole Act,” officially named the Senator…
Security Clearance Insight: New Driver, Same Old Bus . . . Navigating a New Administration and Handling Prior Mistakes
It is that magic time, every four years, when my email inbox and voicemail explodes with long-lost buddies dating from my years as a federal executive holding a security…
What to Know About Responding to the Clinical Adverse Action Process
Medical providers operating within the Department of Defense can find their ability to practice medicine in jeopardy following the initiation of the Clinical Adverse Action…
Understanding Adjudicative Guideline L: Outside Activities
Many employees and contractors of the United States federal government, military personnel, and government officials, who require access to classified information in the course of…
Disability Processing: How to Maximize Potential Financial Benefits After Military Service
Military members who have been diagnosed with any medical condition that calls into question their ability to perform their duties are referred to the Disability Evaluation System…
What Is the Difference Between a Will and a Trust in New York State?
When considering the future, wills and trusts are powerful tools to help control what will happen to your assets. Understanding the differences between wills and trusts and the…
Understanding Security Clearance Forms: Supplementing the SF-85P and SF-86
When applying for a security clearance, you will need to complete one of two forms depending on the level of clearance you are required to obtain. The SF-85P is used for Public…
When Do You Need an Attorney for a Custody Dispute in New York State?
Breakups can be rough, but they can become more difficult if a separating couple has children and are unable to come to an agreement on custody issues. When family disputes become…