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Military Lawyer - JAG CorpsARMY & AIRFORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE - AAFES • Broomfield, CO, US
Military Lawyer - JAG Corps

Military Lawyer - JAG Corps

ARMY & AIRFORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE - AAFES • Broomfield, CO, US
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If the traditional civilian career path has left you wanting more, both personally and professionally, a JAG career will re-inspire your love of the law. This lifestyle is the antidote to the day-in, day-out corporate grind. Being a JAG means you'll be doing meaningful work from day one—with opportunities to practice in almost every field, see the world and become the lawyer you've always wanted to be.

Qualifications

APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be a citizen of the United States
  • Must be a graduate of an ABA-approved law school and be admitted to practice law in the highest court of any U.S. state, commonwealth, territory or the District of Columbia
  • Must be commissioned before the age of 40
  • Once selected for the JAG Corps, all applicants must complete and pass an Air Force medical examination before an offer of assignment will be extended.

Service Commitment

You do not incur a service commitment until you accept your JAG assignment. The initial active duty commitment is four years, which begins on the day you depart for Officer Training School (OTS).

Prior Military Service

If you are selected for direct appointment and are prior active duty, National Guard or Reserve, you will be credited by length of service for pay purposes. Prior commissioned service can also advance entry grade and date of rank. All active duty service is credited toward retirement.

How To Apply

APPLICATION PROCESS

  • Selection boards are held in February, April, August and November.
  • Applications are accepted through our online application processing system. Submit all materials online on or before the 10th of the month (e.g., January 10, March 10, July 10 and October 10).
  • You must also schedule a hiring interview with a Staff Judge Advocate (SJA) at an Air Force Base through the online system. The SJA will contact you to schedule the interview after you submit materials online. The interview must be completed on or before the first of the month of the board.
  • The SJA will forward a report to HQ USAF / JAX with your materials. Do not mail materials directly to HQ USAF / JAX. Additional materials will not be accepted after the first of the month the board meets.

    • Schedule Your SJA Interview

    Use the online system to choose the AFB where you would like to interview. The SJA or SJA representative will contact you to schedule the interview before the board date. A map of AFB locations is available in the application system.

    Recommendation Letters

    Recommendation letters should be written by someone who can attest to your work ethic, duty performance, leadership potential, etc. Address all letters to "Selection Board Members." Do not mail letters directly to the selection board. Upload them as part of your online application.

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