Paralegal Specialist

***THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE***Take the next step in your career now, scroll down to read the full role description and make your application. Being a Paralegal Specialist in the United States Army is a great opportunity to get all the training you need, as well as job experience for the civilian world! The paralegal specialist is not like being a legal assistant, they are expected to provide legal/administrative support in all areas of criminal law, international law, civil/administrative law, contract law and fiscal law. They assist judges, Judge Advocates and unit commanders with a wide range of legal matters and judicial work. THIS JOB REQUIRES ENLISTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES ARMY Job Duties Paralegal support to unit commanders and the Office of the Staff Judge AdvocateProvide legal documents in courts-martial, Article 15 actions and other military justice mattersReview line of duty determinations, AR 15-6 investigations, separation board proceedings and other administrative law mattersAssistance in family law such as power of attorney, wills and separation decreesTrainingTraining for a paralegal specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training, and 10 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction at Fort Jackson, South Carolina. Some of the skills youll learn are:Legal terminology and research techniquesPreparation of legal documentsArmy judicial processInterviewing witnessesFuture Civilian Careers The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career as a legal assistant, paralegal, or court clerk.PARTNERSHIP FOR YOUTH SUCCESS (PaYS) ProgramThose interested in this job may be eligible for civilian employment, after the Army, by enrolling in the Army PaYS program. The PaYS program is a recruitment option that guarantees a job interview with military-friendly employers that are looking for experienced and trained Veterans to join their organization.AT&T, Inc.Hewlett- Packard CompanyKraft Foods Global, IncSears Holdings CompanyTime Customer Service, Inc.Walgreen Co.Home DepotCompensationPaid trainingSalary PayHousing and meal allowance for full-time positions30 days of paid vacation each year, in addition to federal holidays401(K) type savings planFull-coverage medical and dental insurance for Soldiers and immediate family membersLow-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 coverage)Education Benefits (GI Bill) - tuition, housing, and book fees for 36 academic months of collegeTuition Assistance - up to $4500 per yearStudent Loan Repayment - up to $65,000 in college loan repaymentSigning bonus - up to $40,000 in cash bonusesIn order to meet the minimum qualifications, you must:Be under 35 years oldBe a US Citizen or Hold at least permanent residence (I-551/Greed Card)Have a High School Diploma/GEDHave no major medical issuesHave no major law violations (Felony level)Required qualifications:17 years or olderLegally authorized to work in the United StatesBackground check

Created: 2025-09-11