Results

In the high-stakes arena of military and criminal defense, results matter most to the client. The following information is offered to demonstrate some of the many successes Bruce Lennard has achieved for his clients. The facts and the law in every case are different, however, as is the best approach and the objective to be achieved. These results should not be relied upon to predict the outcome in any other case.

A Troy, New York, client was indicted with 14 co-defendants by the United States Attorney's Office in the Northern District of New York and charged with Felony Conspiracy to Distribute and Possess with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance, in violation of Title 21 United States Code Section 841(a)(1) and 846, in connection with an extensive investigation involving eavesdropping by wiretapping telephones, physical surveillance, and searches and seizures of contraband and drugs. If convicted at trial, this defendant faced a mandatory minimum sentence of 10 years in Federal Prison and a maximum possible sentence of life imprisonment. Result: Following a negotiated plea bargain allowing the client to plead guilty to a lesser-weight count of Conspiracy to Distribute and Possess with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance, Bruce was able to convince the court that this client qualifed for "safety valve" treatment thus avoiding any mandatory minimum sentence. He was also able to convince the court to impose a sentence below the federal sentencing guideline range applicable to the plea and the client's history. The client was sentenced to only 8 months of incarceration and was allowed to remain free on her own recognizance throughout the case, including self-surrendering several months after sentencing.

An Albany County client was indicted, with several co-defendants, on two counts of Felony Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree, in violation of Section 265.03(3) of the New York Penal Law, and two counts of Felony Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Third Degree, in violation of Section 265.02(1) of the Penal Law, in connection with two separate but related incidents where police recovered two loaded firearms. One of the co-defendants was also indicted for Murder in the Second Degree allegedly committed with one of the recovered handguns during one of the incidents. The prosecution's case against the client was based on a theory of "constructive possession." If convicted after a trial, this defendant faced a possible determinate sentence of 15 years in New York State Prison on each of the two weapon counts.  Result: After much negotiation, the prosecutor and the court agreed to allow the client to plead guilty to a misdemeanor count of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Fourth Degree. The client was then sentenced to time served in the county jail while awaiting trial and an Unconditional Discharge. He was then released from custody.

A Warren County client was indicted in Albany County with Felony Kidnapping in the Second Degree, in violation of Section 135.20 of the New York Penal Law; Felony Assault in the Second Degree, in violation of Section 120.05(2) of the Penal Law; and Felony Strangulation in the Second Degree, in violation of Section 121.12 of the Penal Law, in connection with an alleged domestic violence incident. If convicted at a trial, this defendant faced a possible determinate sentence of 32 years in New York State Prison. Result: Bruce was able to convince the prosecutor and the court that the alleged victim was was not a reliable witness and that the case was "over-indicted." The prosecutor and the court agreed to dismiss the indictment completely and allow the client to plead guilty to a single-count Superior Court Information charging Criminal Contempt in the First Degree for a violation of a no-contact order of protection. The client was sentenced to 6 months in the county jail and 5 years of probation. The indictment was DISMISSED and no Order of Protection was issued.

A Rutland, Vermont, client was indicted with 26 co-defendants by the United States Attorney's Office in the Northern District of New York and charged with Felony Conspiracy to Distribute and Possess with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance, in violation of Title 21 United States Code Section 841(a)(1) and 846, and Felony Possession with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance, in violation of Title 21 United States Code Section 841(a)(1), in connection with an extensive investigation involving eavesdropping by wiretapping telephones, physical surveillance, and searches and seizures of weapons and drugs. If convicted at trial, this defendant faced a mandatory minimum sentence of 10 years in Federal Prison and a maximum possible sentence of life imprisonment. Result: Following a negotiated plea bargain allowing the client to plead guilty to a lesser-weight count of Possession with Intent to Distribute, Bruce was able to convince the court that this client qualifed for "safety valve" treatment thus avoiding any mandatory minimum sentence. He was also able to convince the court to impose a sentence below the federal sentencing guideline range applicable to the plea and the client's history. The client was sentenced to only 18 months of incarceration and was allowed to remain free on his own recognizance throughout the case, including self-surrendering himself several weeks after sentencing.

A Schenectady County client was arrested and charged in Albany County with one count of Felony Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated, in violation of Section 1192(2-a) of the Vehicle and Traffic Law of the State of New York; one count of Felony Driving While Intoxicated Per Se, in violation of Section of 1192(2); one count of Felony Driving While Intoxicated, in violation of Section of 1192(3); and several traffic violations including speeding and an unsafe lane change. This client faced an indeterminate sentence of 1 1/3 to 4 years in New York State Prison if convicted after trial. Result: Despite the client’s two prior convictions for Driving While Impaired or Intoxicated, Bruce was able to negotiate a plea bargain which resulted in a sentence of Drug Court treatment, five years of probation, and 30 days in confinement at the county jail spread over ten weekends; upon successful completion of Drug Court, the client will be allowed to withdraw his felony plea and enter a misdemeanor plea and have his probation reduced to three years.

An Albany County client was charged with Felony Criminal Mischief in the Third Degree, in violation of Section 145.05 of the Penal Law of the State of New York, and Assault in the Third Degree, in violation of Section 120.00(1) of the Penal Law, in connection with an alleged domestic violence incident. If convicted at a trial, this defendant faced a possible indeterminate sentence of 1 1/3 to 4 years in New York State Prison. Result: After gathering photographs and medical records of the client's actual injuries, and Facebook messages from the alleged victim apologizing to and then insulting the client, Bruce was able to convince the prosecutor  and the court that the wrong party was arrested. The case was Adjourned in Contemplation of Dismissal  (ACODed) and no Order of Protection was issued. The client has no criminal conviction as a result.

An Albany County client was arrested and charged with Felony Strangulation in the Second Degree, in violation of Section 121.12 of the New York State Penal Law, and Assault in the Third Degree, in violation of Section 120.00(1) of the Penal Law, in connection with two alleged instances of domestic violence. If convicted at trial, this defendant faced a possible determinate sentence of 7 years in New York State Prison. Result: After gathering evidence including photographs and text messages, Bruce was able to convince the prosecutor that the alleged victim's claims were unreliable. The Felony Strangulation count was reduced to a misdemeanor and the client was allowed to plead guilty to a Class B misdemeanor of Attempted Assault with a Conditional Discharge (no jail time) and restitution.

An Albany County client was charged in separate cases with Felony Criminal Mischief in the Third Degree, in violation of section 140.05(2) of the New York State Penal Law; Assault in the Third Degree, in violation Section 120.00(1) of the Penal Law; two counts of Menacing in the Second Degree, in violation of section 120.14(1) of the Penal Law; Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Fourth Degree, in violation section 265.01(2) of the Penal Law; and  Disorderly Conduct, in violation of section 240.20(3) of the Penal Law in connection with troubles in the neighborhood. If convicted at trial, this defendant faced a possible indeterminate sentence of 1 1/3 to 4 years in New York State Prison. Result: Bruce was able to negotiate a plea bargain allowing the client to plead guilty to one count of Menacing in the Second Degree and one count of Disorderly Conduct, reduced from Felony Criminal Mischief in the Third Degree, in full satisfaction of all charges then pending against the client. The client was sentences to three years of probation, no jail time, and required to pay restitution.

An Albany County client was arrested by the New York State Attorney General's Organized Crime Task Force on a Sealed Indictment charging him with one count of Felony Conspiracy in the Second Degree, in violation of Section 105.15 of the Penal Law of the State of New York, and two counts of Felony Attempted Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree, in violation of Sections 110.00, and 220.16(1) and (12), respectively, in connection with an alleged organized drug distribution ring. The client faced a possible indeterminate sentence of 12 1/2 to 25 years in New York State Prison if convicted after trial. Result: After extensive negotiation, and despite wiretap evidence and a previous felony conviction, Bruce was able to secure a plea bargain arrangement allowing the client to plead guilty to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree, a felony, and enter into the Albany County Drug Treatment Court program in lieu of sentencing or confinement. Upon the client's successful completion of the Drug Treatment Court program, he will be allowed to withdraw his felony plea and enter a misdemeanor plea and be sentenced to time served and a Conditional Discharge for one year. The client is not confined.

An Albany County client was arrested and charged with one count of Felony Grand Larceny in the Third Degree, in violation of Section 155.35(1) of the Penal Law of the State of New York in connection with allegedly stealing a utility truck after a late night party and driving over several mail boxes. Another person returned the truck to the owner but the client's identification was left in the truck.  Based on the client's record of employment, good school work, and good citizenship, Bruce was able to negotiate a plea bargain allowing the client to plead guilty to  a misdemeanor and receive a Conditional Discharge with 30 days of community service and restitution for damage to the truck and the mailboxes.

A Rensselaer County client was arrested on one count of Felony Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree (Cocaine), in violation of Section of 220.39(1) of the Penal Law of the State of New York in connection with allegedly selling cocaine while enrolled in Rensselaer County Drug Court following a separate felony drug conviction. This client faced a possible determinate sentence of 12 years in New York State Prison if convicted after trial. Result: Despite the fact that this client had previously been afforded the chance at Drug Court instead of jail time and had violated probation by selling cocaine while in Drug Court, Bruce was able to negotiate a plea bargain allowing the client to have imposed a term of parole allowing her further drug treatment through the Willard program, requiring only 90 days of incarceration.

A client was indicted in Rensselaer County on two counts of Felony Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree (Cocaine), in violation of Section of 220.39(1) of the Penal Law of the State of New York, and arrested but not yet indicted on one count of Felony Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree (Heroin), in violation of Section of 220.16(1) of the Penal Law. This client faced a determinate sentence of 9 years in New York State Prison followed by 2 years of post-release supervision on each count if convicted after trial. Result: Bruce was able to negotiate a plea bargain allowing the client to be sentenced to five years of probation and residential drug treatment.

A Rensselaer County client was charged in a 5-count indictment with having committed the crimes of Felony Burglary in the First Degree, in violation of Penal Law section 140.30(2), Felony Burglary in the First Degree, in violation of Penal Law section 140.30(3), Attempted Assault in the Second Degree in violation of Penal Law sections 110.00 and 120.05(2), and Assault in the Third Degree in violation of Penal Law section 120.05(1), in connection with allegedly unlawfully entering into a residence and assaulting the occupant of that residence, causing physical injury. This client faced a possible determinate sentence of 25 years in New York State Prison if convicted after trial. Result: On the morning of jury selection, the prosecution agreed to dismiss the case after the alleged victim was demonstrated to be not credible and biased against the client. The case was DISMISSED.

A Rensselaer County client was charged in a 28-count indictment with 5 counts of Predatory Sexual Assault, a Class A-II Felony, in violation of Penal Law section 130.95(2); 3 counts of Criminal Sexual Act in the First Degree, a Class B Felony, in violation of Penal Law section 130.50(1); 3 counts of Criminal Sexual Act in the First Degree, a Class B Felony, in violation of Penal Law section 130.50(2); 6 counts of Criminal Sexual Act in the Second Degree, a Class D Felony, in violation of Penal Law section 130.45(1); 2 counts of Sexual Abuse in the First Degree, a Class D Felony, in violation of Penal Law section 130.65(1); 1 count of Sexual Abuse in the First Degree, a Class D Felony, in violation of Penal Law section 130.65(2); 1 count of Attempted Sexual Abuse in the First Degree, a Class E Felony, in violation of Penal Law section 130.65(1); and 7 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a Class A Misdemeanor, in violation of Penal Law section 260.10(1). This defendant, if convicted after trial, faced five sentences of life in prison, and as many as 150 years on other counts. Result: Despite the fact that eight victim/witnesses were prepared to testify against this client, based on the lack of forensic and physical evidence, Bruce was able to negotiate a plea bargain allowing the client to enter an Alford plea to one count of Criminal Sexual Act in the First Degree. By this plea, the client did not admit that he committed the alleged offense but acknowledged that the prosecution could prove this count against him beyond a reasonable doubt. The client was sentenced to 15 years in New York State Prison followed by parole supervision.

An Albany County client, a resident of Manhattan, was arrested on a Sealed Indictment charging one count of  Felony Conspiracy in the Second Degree, in violation of Penal Law section 105.15; six counts of Felony Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the First Degree, in violation of Penal Law section 220.43(1); one count of Felony Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree, in violation of Penal Law section 220.39(1); and one count of Felony Operating as a Major Trafficker, in violation of Penal Law section 220.77(2). If convicted at trial of Operating as a Major Trafficker, this client faced the possibility of life in prison, and as many as a combined 120 years on six of the lesser counts. Result: Despite strong proof against this client obtained by wiretapping and eavesdropping, Bruce was able to negotiate a plea bargain that allowed this client to plead guilty to one count of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the First Degree and receive a sentence of 10 years in New York State Prison followed by parole supervision.

A Greene County client was arrested and charged with Felony Gang Assault in the Second Degree, in violation of Section 120.06 of the Penal Law of the State of New York in connection with allegedly joining with two other people in causing serious physical injury to a victim consisting of a fractured jaw and a concussion. This client faced a mandatory determinate sentence of up to 15 years in New York State Prison if convicted after trial. Result: Bruce was able to convince the district attorney that the victim's injuries, though serious, did not meet the Penal Law's definition of "Serious Physical Injury" and that there were other proof problems in the case. The client was able to plead guilty to misdemeanor Assault in the Third Degree and to be sentenced to only 60 days in the county jail and three years of probation.

A Greene County client was arrested and charged with two counts of Felony Burglary in the Second Degree, in violation of Section of 140.25(2) of the Penal Law of the State of New York. For each of these separate alleged residential burglaries, this client faced a possible determinate sentence of 15 years in New York State Prison if convicted after trial. Result: Despite the fact that the police had two statements from co-defendants implicating this client in the charged burglaries and the theft of weapons from a residence, Bruce pressed the prosecution to produce required corroboration evidence independent of the co-defendant’s statements which tied the client to the crimes. When the police and prosecution could not produce this special corroboration evidence, the case was DISMISSED.

A client was indicted in Albany County on one count of Felony Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated, in violation of Section 1192(2-a) of the Vehicle and Traffic Law of the State of New York; one count of Felony Driving While Intoxicated Per Se, in violation of Section of 1192(2); one count of Felony Driving While Intoxicated, in violation of Section of 1192(3); and one count of Passing a Red Signal, in violation of Section of 1111(d)(1). This client faced an indeterminate sentence of 1 1/3 to 4 years in New York State Prison if convicted after trial. Result: Despite the client’s three prior convictions for Driving While Impaired or Intoxicated, Bruce was able to negotiate a plea bargain which resulted in a sentence of Drug Court treatment, five years of probation, and three weekends in confinement at the county jail.

A client was arrested and charged in Rensselaer County with one count of Felony Driving While Intoxicated Per Se, in violation of Section of 1192(2) of the Vehicle and Traffic Law of the State of New York; one count of Felony Driving While Intoxicated, in violation of Section of 1192(3); and one count of Felony Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the First Degree, in violation of Section of 511(3)(a). This client faced an indeterminate sentence of 1 1/3 to 4 years in New York State Prison if convicted after trial. Result: Despite the client’s prior conviction for Operating a Motor Vehicle Without a License, prior two convictions for Misdemeanor Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, and prior four convictions for Driving While Impaired or Intoxicated, Bruce was able to negotiate a plea bargain which resulted in a sentence of five years of probation, and the statutory minimum of 10 days in confinement at the county jail.

Another client, a Brooklyn resident, was arrested and charged in Albany County with Felony Offering a False Instrument for Filing in the First Degree, in violation of Section of 175.35 of the Penal Law of the State of New York in connection with allegedly using a false identity to obtain a New York State driver license. This client faced an indeterminate sentence of 1 1/3 to 4 years in New York State Prison if convicted after trial. Result: Bruce was able to negotiate a plea bargain allowing the client to plead guilty to the non-criminal violation of Disorderly Conduct in violation of Section of 240.20 and to pay a fine of 250 dollars.

Another client, a Queens resident, was arrested and charged in Albany County with Felony Offering a False Instrument for Filing in the First Degree, in violation of Section of 175.35 of the Penal Law of the State of New York in connection with allegedly obtaining two New York State driver licenses under different names. This client faced an indeterminate sentence of 1 1/3 to 4 years in New York State Prison if convicted after trial. Result: Bruce was able to negotiate a plea bargain allowing the client to plead guilty to the non-criminal violation of Disorderly Conduct in violation of Section of 240.20, to pay a fine of 250 dollars, and to have his driver license suspended for only 90 days.

A client was arrested and charged in Albany County with Felony Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree, in violation of Section of 155.30(1) of the Penal Law of the State of New York, Misdemeanor Petit Larceny, in violation of Section of 155.25 of the Penal Law; Misdemeanor Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the Fifth Degree, in violation of Section of 165.40 of the Penal Law; and Misdemeanor Conspiracy in the Fifth Degree, in violation of Section of 105.05(1) of the Penal Law in connection with the alleged theft of over one thousand dollars of clothing items from a shopping mall. This client faced an indeterminate sentence of 1 1/3 to 4 years in New York State Prison if convicted after trial. Result: Bruce was able to negotiate a plea bargain allowing the client to plead guilty to Misdemeanor Petit Larceny and to be sentenced to time served.

A client was arrested and charged in Rensselaer County with Felony Burglary in the Third Degree, in violation of Section of 140.20 of the Penal Law of the State of New York in connection with allegedly entering into a business and stealing property. As a Predicate Second Felony Offender, this client faced an indeterminate sentence of 3 ½ to 7 years in New York State Prison if convicted after trial. Result: Despite the client’s prior felony and 6 misdemeanor convictions, Bruce was able to negotiate a plea bargain allowing the client to be sentenced to 10 months in the county jail for petit larceny.

Two police officers in the City of Albany were accused by a woman who alleged that one of them put his hand down the back of her pants during a traffic stop and touched her private parts. Bruce, as a prosecutor, investigated the case and determined that the accusations were false. He then presented a case against the woman to an Albany County grand jury and she was indicted for false written statements to the police department's internal affairs unit. Result: At the subsequent trial, Bruce proved that the written statements were false and the accused police officers were vindicated. In this case, Bruce proved beyond a reasonable doubt that something did not happen. This is far more difficult than simply raising reasonable doubt.

An Army Lieutenant Colonel and Veterinarian received a referred Officer Evaluation Report which included derogatory information consisting of alleged "substantiated" misconduct. A Senior Service School board then identified this officer for elimination from the Army based on the misconduct alleged in the referred Officer Evaluation Report. The Lieutenant Colonel received formal notice to "show cause" for retention in the Army to a Board of Inquiry. With almost 19 years of active duty service, this officer faced loss of all retirement pay and benefits, including healthcare benefits, and a possible Under Other Than Honorable Conditions service characterization. He asked Bruce to represent him through the entire process and at the Board of Inquiry. Result: After a full hearing before the Board of Inquiry, the Board found that, based on the evidence and arguments presented, including the Lieutenant Colonel's sworn testimony, the Army failed to substantiate by even a preponderance of the evidence any of the alleged bases for discharge. The Lieutenant Colonel was retained on active duty and his prospective retirement and reputation were restored.

An Air Force Captain and Medical Doctor was recruited into the Air Force with promises that his military pay and allowances would include an annual Multi-Year Special Pay amount of $35,000.00. Once on active-duty, the Air Force failed to pay the Multi-Year Special Pay saying that the doctor was not entitled to the money until he had completed four years of active duty. The doctor asked Bruce Lennard to help him fight back against opposition from the Chief of the Physician Education Branch and the Superintendent of Accessions (both from the Air Force Personnel Center). Result: Upon an application to the Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records, the doctor was awarded $105,000.00 for three years of missed payments. Based on the evidence presented, the Board found injustice in that promises were made which were not kept.

A pharmacist joined the Air Force as a commissioned officer but soon learned that he was not eligible for certain special pays due medical professionals despite what he had been told during his recruitment process. With significant student loan debt and other obligations including caring for an elderly family member, the pharmacist faced dire financial consequences. He asked Bruce Lennard to help him apply for discharge from the Air Force for financial hardship. Result: The pharmacist's chain of command recommended approval and the Secretary of the Air Force approved this application for discharge due to financial hardship.

A Staff Sergeant was accused of multiple specifications of Indecent Liberties with a Child, in violation of Article 134 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (this Article was subsequently replaced or superseded by Article 120 covering Rape, Sexual Assault, and Other Sexual Misconduct) in connection with allegations made by his daughter. Facing a Dishonorable Discharge, reduction in grade to E-1, forfeiture of all pay and allowances, and confinement for 7 years on each specification, this accused went to trial by General Court-Martial. Result: NOT GUILTY of all Specifications and Charges.

An Airman Basic was accused of two specifications of making False Official Statements, in violation of Article 107 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice, and one specification of Fraud Against the United States, in violation of Article 132, in connection with alleged statements made to obtain tuition assistance. Facing a Dishonorable Discharge, forfeiture of all pay and allowances, and confinement for 5 years on each specification, this accused went to trial by General Court-Martial. Result: NOT GUILTY of all Specifications and Charges.

An Airman First Class was accused of three specifications of Making, Drawing, or Uttering a Check, Draft, or Order Without Sufficient Funds, in violation of Article 123a of the Uniform Code of Military Justice in connection with allegedly writing a number of bad checks. Facing a Bad Conduct Discharge, reduction in grade to E-1, forfeiture of two-thirds pay and allowances, and confinement for 6 months on each specification, this accused went to trial by Special Court-Martial. Result: NOT GUILTY of all Specifications and Charges.

A Senior Airman was accused of one specification of Sodomy, in violation of Article 125 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice; one specification of Adultery, in violation of Article 134; one specification of Indecent Acts with Another, in violation of Article 134 (this Article was subsequently replaced or superceded by Article 120 covering Rape, Sexual Assault, and Other Sexual Misconduct); one specification of Extortion, in violation of Article 127; and one specification of Willfully Disobeying a Superior Commissioned Officer, in violation of Article 90, in connection with allegedly videotaping sex acts with two women and then allegedly seeking to compel the continuation of the conduct by threatening to publicly revealing the recordings. Facing a Bad Conduct Discharge, reduction in grade to E-1, forfeiture of two-thirds pay and allowances, and confinement for 6 months on each specification, this accused went to trial by Special Court-Martial. Result: NOT GUILTY of Sodomy, Adultery, Indecent Acts with Another, and Extortion; GUILTY only of Willfully Disobeying a Superior Commissioned Officer for going back to his apartment after being ordered not to do so. This Senior Airman was sentenced to confinement for one month and reduction to E-3.

An Airman was accused of one specification of Wrongful Possession of a Controlled Substance (Steroids), in violation of Article 112a of the Uniform Code of Military Justice; one specification of Wrongful Introduction of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute (Steroids), in violation of Article 112a; one specification of Wrongful Use of a Controlled Substance (Steroids), in violation of Article 112a; and one specification of Soliciting Another to Commit an Offense (Possession of Steroids), in violation of Article 134 in connection with allegedly obtaining steroids, bringing them onto the military base, and using them with a fellow service member. Facing a Dishonorable Discharge, reduction in grade to E-1, forfeiture of all pay and allowances, and confinement for 15 years on the Wrongful Introduction of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute specification and 5 years on each of the other specifications, this accused went to trial by General Court-Martial. Result: NOT GUILTY of Wrongful Possession of a Controlled Substance, Wrongful Introduction of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute, and Soliciting Another to Commit an Offense; GUILTY only of Wrongful Use of a Controlled Substance. This Airman was sentenced to a Bad Conduct Discharge and reduction to E-1 but received no confinement.

 

Reviews

The following comments are a sampling of the feedback Bruce Lennard has received from clients and others.

Dear Mr. Lennard, I just wanted to thank you again for your kindness and help over the past 5 months since the stabbing incident. I truly appreciated that you kept me informed when I was back [home]. You were always patient, and gave all of us detailed explanations of what was going to happen in the judicial process. I was so impressed by your work on this case. You were so well prepared in your questions and evidence, and you presented such a thorough case. I can't express enough appreciation for how you guided our boys through this horribly traumatic experience. All you did for us truly shows how much you care about your job, how you represent what's right, and how you care about the people you represent. With much gratitude -

                                                                                                  - Mother of Client

I was a juror on the recent trial of [attempted murder defendant]. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the chance to discuss our thoughts ... I did not expect we would have had that opportunity. I learned a lot about the human condition by the experience, including how fortunate we all are. I was truly impressed with your professionalism and your courtesies to the witnesses. You make a great public service. I am proud to have had the opportunity to have met you.

                                                                                               - Juror in Attempted Murder case

Hi Bruce, we are so pleased with your letter- we especially appreciated your last paragraph about integrity first. We have read and re-read and cannot thank you enough for your service in this matter. We know this might sound cliche, but locating you and your expertise has been an answer to endless prayer. Even if the board does not favor our side, we feel like this letter is honest in representing our situation and treatment- thank you for your time and fairness to us. Please know we will be referring [another client] to you-

                                                                                                  - Wife of Client

Bruce, thank you so much for working on this … you did an amazing job … Thank you again for your help, I am feeling blessed that I was able to find you.

                                                                                           - Mother of Soldier facing misconduct discharge


Dear District Attorney [of Albany County], I am writing to you to praise the work of Assistant District Attorney Bruce D. Lennard. Approximately one year ago, our daughter and her girlfriend were held up and mugged on Chestnut Street by two ruthless individuals. Her friend was pistol whipped by one of the perpetrator's. Fortunately they were apprehended by the Albany Police Force and brought to justice. You probably remember this case quite well, due to the fact you issued a statement regarding the threatening voicemail one of these individuals left on my wife's cell phone. Needless to say, our entire family was very concerned. Our fears were softened by the calm demeanor and assurance of Asst. District Attorney Lennard as he guided our family through the Grand Jury process. We felt extremely confident in his capabilities to get a conviction and the maximum allowable sentence that conviction would bring. He did exactly that. We are honored to have such Civil Servants like Bruce Lennard working for the Citizens of Albany and the Capital District. On behalf of our entire family, we would like to thank and praise your staff, especially Attorney Bruce D. Lennard for a job that exceeded our expectations. You should and can be very proud of the work your office is doing. I would like to wish your entire staff a healthy, prosperous and productive (for all the right reasons) 2010. 

                                                                                            - Father of crime victim

The following comments are a sampling of the many accolades Bruce Lennard has received as a judge advocate military lawyer.

All the right tools and talents—unmatched dedication, dynamic leader, incisive intellect, great lawyer skills.

One of the best defense counsel in Europe—3 outright acquittals & 20 not guilty verdicts out of 22 litigated specifications. Litigator extraordinaire.

                                    - The Judge Advocate General

Top flight JAG with all the bells and whistles—smarts, excellent trial skills … unmatched dedication.  Thoroughly prepared—wins his cases before stepping into the courtroom.

 Recognized trial virtuoso.  I wish I had a Bruce Lennard as Chief Circuit Trial Counsel at every circuit office in the Air Force.

Litigation skill, experience, savvy, he has it all and uses it. Excellent litigator; lauded for courtroom know-how and professionalism in hotly contested dorm room rape case.

                                                                         - Chief, Government Trial and Appellate Counsel Division

Always in control and ready to litigate—cemented standing as one of the Air Force’s best litigators—assigned himself to and tackled the Circuit’s toughest cases—the “go to” expert in child molestation cases.

Stands head and shoulders above his contemporaries.  Handles whatever is on his plate with outstanding results.  Superstar performance.

Top-notch trial attorney.  The “go to guy” on make or break case issues; sets the standard for courtroom advocacy, integrity, dedication, fairness, civility. Superb, seasoned officer and judge advocate.

                                                                                                  - Director, USAF Judiciary

Boundless energy, awesome knowledge of military justice, a true student of his craft whose understanding of the finer points carried the day … in numerous cases.

Rock solid military justice expertise.

                                                                                                    - Staff Judge Advocate, 15^th Air Force

The consummate trial lawyer I always entrusted with our most complicated, notorious cases.

One of the finest judge advocates I’ve known!

Unquestionably one of the finest officers/judge advocates in the United States Air Force.  As a trial advocate and litigator he has few equals.

                                                                                       - Staff Judge Advocate, Keesler Air Force Base

 

Quickly established himself as one of the best courtroom lawyers in the entire circuit, becoming my first choice … when I needed a lead counsel. His brilliance is born of hard work and a continuous process of living his job as a defense counsel.

                                                                                         - Chief Circuit Defense Counsel

 

Bruce Lennard has been everything we could ask for.  Possesses the style, skill, moxie, and self-motivation to excel in any challenge.

 

                   - Chief, Trial Defense Division

 

A career characterized by exceptional talent and singular devotion to duty—topnotch in every position.

 

Top of the heap in every respect.

         
                                                                                      - Commander, Air Force Legal Services Agency

 

Superb track record as litigator, advocate and trial tactician—consistently spectacular performances in the toughest criminal cases.

 

                 - Commander, 15^th Air Force

 

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