Can a law graduate join Indian Army?

All law graduates (both Male and Female), who want to join the Indian army can apply through this entry. There won’t be any written exam, if shortlisted, you will directly face the SSB Interview. The course will begin at OTA(Officers Training Academy), Chennai in October 2019.

Can lawyers join merchant navy?

Either you do one year diploma in nautical science and do 18 months of training on ship or you do 3 yrs BSc in nautical technology and 12 months of training on ship. After you complete your training you have to do various short term courses and clear exam of 2nd mate.

Can JAG officers be deployed?

Yes, JAGs do get deployed to areas all over the world. JAGs serve as legal advisers to military commanders and have many responsibilities, including providing legal opinions on whether military actions comply with the laws of armed conflict to prosecuting or defending service members in courts martial. 1.

Are JAGs respected?

JAG officers are held to the highest professional standards and are greatly respected.” Lee Molitoris, who graduated in May 2016, said his decision to go into the Army JAG Corps was largely based on the urge he felt to serve his country.

How hard is it to get into the JAG Corps?

Entry into the JAG Corps is extremely competitive. The U.S. Army is currently accepting only the highest legal talent, and academic standards are very strict.

What is a JAG officer in the military?

JAG stands for Judge Advocate General. It is the legal department of the military that handles the due process for the MILITARY. It is similar to the civilian courts but can have several rules unique to the services because they are held to a higher standard of conduct. All branches of the service have JAG officers.

Do you have to be a law student to join JAG?

Interested applicants do not need to possess these qualifications in order to apply. Law students may apply as early as their final fall semester of law school. Not only must applicants meet the above JAG corps requirements, they must also be able to serve 20 years of active commissioned service before reaching the age of 62.

What is the difference between a JAG lawyer and a civilian lawyer?

JAG also provides for and writes Powers of Attorney and counsels Soldiers in legal matters as stated below like Civilian Lawyers do. A Soldier does not have to accept a JAG lawyer for a military trial and can instead opt for a self funded Civilian Lawyer that specializes in Military Law instead.