Navy JAG Corps Judge Advocate General's Corps

Navy judge advocates are commissioned naval officers based throughout the world, ashore, and at sea who practice law, support the Navy and serve the Nation. The mission is critical to the success of military operations. The Navy is always in need of new legal talent to join its ranks and bring expertise and innovative thinking.

As a Navy Legalman (LN), you will experience the most varied legal practice available to a paralegal. Legalmen possess knowledge and expertise regarding military and civilian legal systems and substantive and procedural law, which qualify them to perform the work of a legal nature under the supervision of an attorney.

The Navy Reserve Component of the Judge Advocate General's Corps (RC JAGC) offers a unique path for dedicated legal professionals. Whether you are an experienced attorney or a prior active-duty JAG, the Reserves provides a platform to apply your skills in a dynamic, global context. Reserve Judge Advocates are integral to the U.S. Navy's mission. You will provide critical legal counsel in challenging areas like national security, operational law, and military justice.

Are you a current or prior service junior Sailor looking for a part-time career that offers the best of both worlds? The Navy Reserve Legalman (LN) community offers a unique opportunity to build a successful civilian career while continuing to serve your country. As a Legalman, you'll gain invaluable paralegal experience, working alongside Judge Advocate General's (JAG) Corps officers on real-world legal challenges.

The U.S. Navy recruits talented people for a variety of occupations and responsibility levels throughout the world. In the JAG Corps, you may perform or supervise various legal duties in connection with functions such as hearings, appeals, litigation, or advisory services. We also hire support staff to provide functions such as information technology and supply.