What professional advantages exist by serving in the U.S. Army JAG Corps?
Immediate challenges and responsibility. There is no lengthy apprenticeship. New Judge Advocates will have clients, cases, or legal projects soon after arriving at their first assignment. A varied legal practice. There is usually an opportunity to practice many areas of law as a National Guard Judge Advocate, for example, you may prosecute or defend criminal cases, give legal advice to commanders, render administrative law opinions, handle government tort claims, and advise clients regarding personal legal problems. Quality experience. Initial assignments in JAG practice are designed to develop the litigation, negotiation, research, and client advocacy skills all attorneys need to be successful, benefiting you as a Judge Advocate as well as in civilian practice. Professional association. Florida National Guard Judge Advocates come from government practice, private practice and also include elected officials and state court judges. Judge Advocates are exposed to a variety of individuals
