Army Law (Jag Corps)

What is Army Law?

The JAG Corps is a wide-ranging practice that includes military law and criminal prosecution to international law and legal assistance — both in the U.S. and abroad.

Being a part of the JAG Corps offers the unique opportunity of serving one's country as an Officer in the Army while quickly developing professional skills. This is exactly why JAG Corps Attorneys gain a valuable career edge and an excellent starting point for a career in public service. In addition, JAG Corps Attorneys can choose to serve either full-time in Active Duty, or part-time in the Army Reserves.

Requirements:

-Be mentally and physically fit
-Be of good moral standing and character
-Pass security clearance and citizenship requirements
-Have graduated from an ABA-approved law school
-Have been admitted to the bar of either a federal court or the highest court of any state in the United States or the District of Columbia
-Applicants must be able to serve 20 years of active commissioned service before reaching the age of 62. Thus, for most applicants, the age requirement is be under the age of 42 at the time of entry onto active duty.

-Begin Service as an Officer
-Enter the Army at an advanced pay grade
-Receive a promotion within 6-12 months of being commissioned
-Practice and gain expertise in a wide variety of law

Benefits: