Lawyers
Courts-martial litigation, legal assistance, and command legal advice transfer directly to civilian client representation and legal counseling.
How to prepare: Review the intended jurisdiction’s admission or reciprocity rules against your existing credentials and identify any remaining admission steps. Lawyers typically need a law degree and state licensure; most jurisdictions require an accredited J.D., federal-court admission rules differ, and character and continuing legal education requirements may apply.
What the civilian work involves
- Interpret laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.
- Represent clients in court or before government agencies.
- Evaluate findings and develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
Civilian tools and software (examples)
- Microsoft Office software
- Adobe Acrobat