“We try to save soldiers as much money and time as possible and keep them legally ready and happy in their lives so they can focus on other things – their children, their job, the mission of the army. Legal services other than posts are expensive, so any savings we can provide to them is the goal of the office,” said Captain Joseph DeFlorio. The Action Plan on the Prevention of Terrorism ensures that all victims and witnesses of crime who experience physical, financial or emotional trauma receive the support and protection to which they are entitled. Our VVP Coordinator helps victims and witnesses get the resources and services they need. If you are a victim or witness of a crime, you may be entitled to cash benefits, legal assistance and moving services. The most common services that the firm provides to military members and their families are administrative services. This includes preparing powers of attorney, certifying and drafting wills. They also encourage entering into leases or loans before signing, as a preventive measure to ensure that you are not exploited or scammed. JBLM`s legal officers are also very familiar with the Civil Military Assistance Act (CARS) and can declare your rights if you break leases or contracts due to PCSing, ETSing and operations. You can explain your entitlement to reduced interest rates through SCRA and provide financial advice.

JAG`s services also include family law, including divorce, custody, alimony and adoptions. Spouses can make unaccompanied appointments for legal advice and are entitled to the same services as military members. Eligibility: Active duty members, reserve members and federal order guards, retired military members and their dependents. Services offered: Personal and civil affairs, including wills, powers of attorney, notaries and general legal matters relating to personal civil matters, which are provided free of charge. Lawyers cannot discuss criminal matters with their clients or advise them over the phone. Please bring all relevant documents for your application. Appointment/walk-in: (253) 982-5513 Notaries and powers of attorney not related to health are walk-in services. All other legal advisors are only available by appointment. Walk-in visits can be found at the McChord Legal Support Office, Bldg 100, Ste 1096, Mon-Fri, 0800-1600. Responders and mid- and transitional shift workers: If you are an emergency worker scheduled for short-term emergency response OR if you are active in medium or suburban shifts and cannot be seen by the McChord or Fort Lewis legal aid offices, please contact 62 AW/JA at (253) 982-6305, to make an appointment. Air Force Legal Assistance Website Judge Advocate General`s Corp, often referred to as JAG, can advise and assist in most cases where a lawyer is sought, including, but not limited to, personal legal matters, debt collection, tax returns, and family matters. The Joint Base Lewis McChord Legal Aid Office provides free and confidential legal services to serving soldiers, their dependents and retirees.

Starting in late January, the legal advice office will reopen to file free tax returns, including advice on new tax laws and codes. The office will employ 30 returnees to meet demand and attend walk-in appointments and visits Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Their location is different this year than last year, and you`ll find them at 6230 Pierce Ave. on JBLM, near the Stone Education Center. To make an appointment, call 253.967.1040.

Military justice The purpose of military law is to promote justice, help maintain good order and discipline in the armed forces, promote the efficiency and effectiveness of the military establishment, thereby enhancing national security. 62 AW/JA works closely with commanders to resolve disciplinary issues. 62 AW/JA also provides advice at all levels of investigations, including OSI, MPI, SFS and command investigations. Our Military Justice and Adversarial Departments advise commanders on courts martial, extrajudicial sanctions and administrative referrals. Our Adverse Actions section advises commanders, senior sergeants and superiors on military administrative matters, such as reprimands and letters of advice, as well as adverse information files. If you have disciplinary issues that are not addressed above, please contact the Military Justice Division. 62 AW/JA does not notify airmen who are subject to administrative action or those suspected of having committed a criminal offence under the UCMJ. These flyers should contact the Area Defense Attorney at (253) 982-2440, who is not affiliated with 62 AW/JA. Civil law The disciplines of civil law are closely related to the acquisition, operation, protection and maintenance of the force and its personnel, funds, weapons systems, equipment and facilities. Civil law also provides proactive legal assistance and public relations for the legal preparation of airmen. 62 AW/JA provides sound and timely advice on many topics, including: Common Core Matters, Reinstatements, FOIA/Privacy Act Requests, Order Packs, Support Arrangements, Operational Law, Tax Law, Congressional Inquiries and Investigations, and Civil Labor and Employment Law. 62 AW/JA also provides sound ethical advice, including: gifts, conferences, conferences, post-government employment, political activities, and non-federal institutions.

This list of services is not exhaustive, please contact 62 AW/JA for legal review and coordination. Lawyers are ethically required to conduct each conversation confidentially and welcome the use of their services Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. without an appointment or by appointment. Appointments are usually booked for three to 10 days, but simpler needs like notary services can be done in just five minutes, like a walk-in closet. If you are looking for legal help and advice, take advantage of the incredible resources provided by JBLM`s legal advice office. Are you interested in joining an elite team of lawyers? Practice as an officer and lawyer or paralegal. Contact our Law Firm Superintendent today at 253-982-6305. 62 AW/JA provides legal services to the Commander of 62 Airlift Wing, Command Staff and 25 other McChord Field Commanders, including the Commander of 627 Air Base Group, in legal matters involving military justice, civil law, claims and operations law.

Through our unique support to Joint Base, we are expanding the legal assistance mission of the I Corps of Staff Judge Advocate (I Corps OSJA) and supporting a clientele of more than 11,000 airmen and their dependents. 62 AW/JA supports McChord`s 48 C-17 Globemaster III aircraft, which enable global combat and humanitarian airlift missions in support of rapid global mobility. McChord Legal Office (62 AW/JA) (253) 982-6305 100 Col Joe Jackson Blvd, Suite 3031 Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98438 Opening hours: Monday-Friday, 0830-1630 I Corps McChord Legal Aid Office (253) 982-5513 100 Col Joe Jackson Blvd, Ste 1096 Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 0800-1600 EMERGENCIES: Call 911 or the command post: (253) 982-2635 THE INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THIS WEBSITE IS OF A GENERAL NATURE AND IS PROVIDED FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE. IT IS NOT LEGAL ADVICE AND IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR LEGAL ADVICE. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT HOW THE LAW AFFECTS YOU OR YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS, CONTACT YOUR CIVIL ATTORNEY OR 62 AW/YES FOR AN APPOINTMENT WITH A LICENSED ATTORNEY. The Air Force Military Personnel Claims Service Center of the Washington State Bar handles personal claims from airmen and civilian employees, including household items, personal property, and vehicle damage. For more information, please visit: claims.jag.af.mil/ To file a tort action with our office, please contact us so that we can complete the registration and refer you to the appropriate body if necessary. Lewis Main Legal Aid Office, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, Bldg. 2027-A Liggett Avenue, JBLM, 253.477.1873 Victims of Sexual Crimes: Sexual Assault Response Coordinator 24/7 Helpline: (253) 982-7272 Special Victims Advocate (not affiliated with 62 AW/JA): (253) 982-6741/5210 All JBLM judge advocates are graduates of accredited law schools and are admitted to the bar.