Marine Judge Advocate: Military Justice & Litigation

United States Marine Corps; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days paid leave

Tax-advantaged housing allowance

Medical and dental coverage

Job summary

The United States Marine Corps seeks a Marine Judge Advocate who is a licensed attorney and commissioned officer. You will provide legal representation, guidance, and support across military justice, criminal litigation, administrative law, and operational law on active duty.

As a Judge Advocate, you may serve as trial counsel, defense counsel, or victims’ counsel, manage caseloads, and advise commanders on legal matters affecting personnel and missions.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school and bar admission in a U.S. state.
• Strong research, writing, oral advocacy and analytical abilities.
• Ability to serve as a commissioned Marine Corps officer.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation and counsel in military justice and criminal litigation.
• Advise commanders on personnel policy, discipline, and operations.
• Litigate courts-martial and administrative proceedings.
• Develop case strategy and manage active caseloads through research and writing.

Skills

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Analytical skills

Education

ABA-accredited law school

Bar admission

J.D. degree

Job description

The United States Marine Corps seeks a Marine Judge Advocate who is a licensed attorney and commissioned officer. You will provide legal representation, guidance, and support across military justice, criminal litigation, administrative law, and operational law on active duty.

As a Judge Advocate, you may serve as trial counsel, defense counsel, or victims’ counsel, manage caseloads, and advise commanders on legal matters affecting personnel and missions.