Lessons from Haditha: Guiding Principles for High-Profile Military Investigations

Date:

Oct. 24, 2025

Time:

Two retired senior flag officers—Major General (Ret.) John Ewers and Brigadier General (ret.) David Mendelson—share their hard-earned lessons from the 2006 Haditha Investigation, one of the most scrutinized cases in recent military history. Using their experiences as a guide, they will walk through the full lifecycle of a high-profile investigation: how you get pulled in, what to bring and prepare, how to advise senior leaders under intense scrutiny, where ethical pitfalls can arise, and how to protect the integrity of your advice—even years later when questions resurface. This candid, practical session delivers timeless insights for military lawyers who may one day find themselves at the center of a “career-defining” investigation.

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