Gerald Richard Healy

Mr. Gerald (Gerry) Healy, a seasoned military and civilian defense attorney, began his legal career as a Judge Advocate in the United States Marine Corps in 2004. Renowned for his fierce advocacy, he rose to Senior Defense Counsel, achieving numerous acquittals in a 95% conviction jurisdiction. He adeptly handled a spectrum of cases from drug offenses to espionage, earning the Navy Commendation Medal before his honorable discharge in 2012. Transitioning to civilian practice, Gerry has represented hundreds of servicemembers worldwide facing federal and military charges. Notably, in 2022, he was the first attorney to successfully defend a Marine Sergeant against involuntary separation over COVID-19 vaccine refusal. Recognized as a “10 Best” criminal law attorney in South Carolina, Gerry has been honored by the American Society of Legal Advocates and frequently teaches on military law and related topics. As a member of the Connecticut Bar and other legal associations, Gerry's dual experiences as a military and civilian lawyer offer clients unique insights into military law's complexities.