Military Lawyer - JAG Corps

Overview

If the traditional civilian career path has left you wanting more, a JAG career will re-inspire your love of the law. This lifestyle is the antidote to the day-in, day-out corporate grind. As a JAG you will do meaningful work from day one—practicing in almost every field, seeing the world and becoming the lawyer you've always wanted to be.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen
• Graduate of an ABA-approved law school and admitted to practice law in the highest court of any U.S. state, commonwealth, territory or the District of Columbia
• Commissioned before the age of 40
• Must complete and pass an Air Force medical examination once selected for the JAG Corps

Service Commitment

There is no service commitment until you accept a JAG assignment. The initial active duty commitment is four years, beginning 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

The application process includes four selection boards held in February, April, August and November. Applications are accepted through the Air Force online application system. You must submit all materials online on or before the 10th of the month (January 10, March 10, July 10 and October 10) prior to the board. After submitting, you will schedule a hiring interview with a Staff Judge Advocate (SJA) at any Air Force Base. The interview must be completed on or before the first of the month of the board (February 1, April 1, August 1, November 1). The SJA will prepare a report forwarded to HQ USAF / JAX. Additional materials after the first of the month will not be accepted.

Recommendation letters should be written by someone who can attest to your work ethic, duty performance, leadership potential, etc. Address the letters to Selection Board Members and upload them as part of your online application.

Job Details

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