What are the responsibilities and job description for the Judge Advocate (Attorney) position at United States Marine Corps?
Job Description:
This is a full-time position for the role of Marine Corps Judge Advocate (Attorney). As an attorney for the Marine Corps, you will provide legal counsel and expertise on various matters, including military justice, labor and employment law, administrative law, and family law. Day-to-day responsibilities include representing clients, prosecuting or defending cases, offering legal guidance to command leadership, and addressing a range of legal issues faced by the Marine Corps.
Marine Judge Advocates are officers first, attorneys second. If practicing law is your passion, but you're also looking to lead Marines in challenging environments and gain world-class leadership experience, then being a Marine Judge Advocate may be the opportunity you are seeking.
Responsibilities:
- Represent the United States in criminal prosecutions and courts-martial
- Defend Marines accused of offenses under the Uniform Code of Military Justice
- Advise commanders on operational, administrative, and international law matters
- Provide legal assistance to Marines, Sailors, and their families
- Draft and review legal documents, contracts, and investigations
- Serve as a leader of Marines, responsible for their welfare, training, and development
Locations:
- Southern California
- Hawaii
- National Capital Region
- North Carolina
- South Carolina
- Japan
Basic Qualifications:
- U.S. Citizenship
- Current or in-progress Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
- Strong academic record, leadership potential, and commitment to public service
- Possesses, or is willing to work towards, above-average physical fitness
Salary/Benefits:
- $100,000-$150,000/year
- Non-taxable housing and subsistence allowances
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Comprehensive healthcare package (family included)
- 7% matching Retirement Plan
- $110k in continuation bonuses
- Post 9/11 GI Bill for you or your dependents
How to Apply:
If you're interested in exploring your career options as a Judge Advocate, click "Apply" to begin an initial eligibility review. You may also connect with the Judge Advocate Selection Officer directly by emailing: Haofeng.Liu@marines.usmc.mil.
Salary : $100,000 - $150,000