Those who aspire to enter into legal practice as judge advocates must first prove themselves capable as leaders of Marines in the field, as Marine Corps Judge Advocates are Marine Officers first. If your moral, intellectual and physical attributes hold up to our standards, and you are able to lead Marines both in battle and in court, a legal career in the Marine Corps can be your path to noble service in defense of our nation.

In the Marine Corps, the practice of law begins almost immediately. While most civilian attorneys spend the first few years of their careers writing briefs and assisting more senior attorneys, judge advocates assume responsibility for their own cases much sooner—serving their nation in a court of law.