If I reclass to 27D could I apply to OCS to become a JAG officer and work as a lawyer in the Army?

2021-12-02T21:59:48-05:00

I’m currently an active duty 42A, one year in and I’ll become a PFC in one month.

If during my reenlistment window I were to reclass as a 27D, provided I complete my Bachelors during my current enlistment, could I then move from 27D to JAG?

How would that process look like?

Response by LTC Jason Mackay made Dec 2 at 2021 11:23 PM

2021-12-02T23:23:00-05:00

OCS is not the direct path to JAG. You need to either be a current commissioned officer and be picked up for FLEP (very small number) or go to law school, pass the bar and seek a direct commission. To the JAG Corps.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 3 at 2021 12:06 AM

2021-12-03T00:06:16-05:00

If you do not have a law degree nor plan on getting a law degree and pass the Bar, then there is pretty much no way you'd become a JAG Lawyer.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 3 at 2021 1:32 AM

2021-12-03T01:32:47-05:00

No. There is a program to attend law school while enlisted, but being a 27D will not get you any closer.

Response by MSG Debra Daniels made May 17 at 2022 2:52 PM

2022-05-17T14:52:30-04:00

Check into getting into the JAG Legal School where they train the attorneys. You could go the way you have stated, but it is longer in the end. Start working on the BA now!

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 27 at 2023 12:57 AM

2023-06-27T00:57:34-04:00

You don't need to be a 27D to become a JAG but if you do, you will learn a lot that may help you if you transition to being a JAG.
Since your active, you qualify for FLEP. A program that helps pay for your schooling to become a JAG. You can also direct commission as a JAG once your gotten your law degree and passed the bar.