ACTIVE DUTY JUDGE ADVOCATE
U.S. ARMY JUDGE ADVOCATE GENERAL’S CORPS INFORMATION
Background: The U.S. Army Judge Advocate General’s (JAG) Corps interviews interested applicants for commissioned service as an officer in the JAG Corps. Applications are due 25 Mach 2023. The application process consists of two parts. First, you must complete an interview with a Field Screening Officer (FSO). The interview will be conducted via Zoom. Please contact the FSO, MAJ Dana Neumann, at dana.d.neumann.mil@army.mil, to schedule an interview. You are also required to submit an online application along with supporting documentation. Both parts must be completed prior to the 25 March deadline.
Active Duty: 3Ls, graduates, and licensed attorneys who did not apply in the Fall of 2022 are eligible to apply. Active Duty Judge Advocates assume immediate challenges and responsibility upon their first assignment, and can practice in a variety of areas, including criminal law, administrative law, legal assistance (family law, consumer law, estate planning, tax law, military administrative law), claims, and national security law. New Judge Advocates will be assigned with experienced military and civilian attorneys for mentorship and guidance. Judge Advocates come from virtually every state, and the JAG Corps fosters an environment that encourages professional growth and development coupled with an enhanced quality of life.
INTERVIEW AND APPLICATION TIPS
The FSO is assigned to interview and assess candidates for Active Duty selection. The FSO submits a written report with recommendations to the selection board. The selection board reviews all FSO reports in conjunction with your full application before choosing the most qualified applicants.
Take the interview seriously. Entry into the Army JAG Corps is a competitive process. The FSO is the only individual who will be meeting with you in person and making an assessment to the selection board about your ability to be successful in the Army JAG Corps. This is your opportunity to shine and to let the FSO know in greater detail about your interest in the JAG Corps, including the qualifications you bring. It also allows you time to ask questions. Please come prepared and dressed professionally.
Review the online application and required documents prior to your interview. The interview is only a small portion of the application process, and you should be familiar with the application prior to the interview. Further information is available at www.jagcnet.army.mil/apply
If you need to conduct an interview virtually, please contact your FSO directly.
The U.S. Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps does not unlawfully discriminate. Please see the Solomon Amendment, 32 CFR 216, and 10 USC § 983
CONTACT INFORMATION
FSO: MAJ Dana D. Neumann; dana.d.neumann.mil@army.mil; (913) 684-4957; or (913) 680-5706