PARALEGAL
UPHOLDING LAW AND ORDER
Just as in the civilian world, it’s essential that our Airmen have access to excellent legal services when necessary. Working under the supervision of Judge Advocate Generals (attorneys), Paralegal specialists help provide legal counsel and services to their clients. These legal experts work in a wide range of legal practices doing everything from research and interviews to processing cases and discovery management in order to ensure the law, order and discipline of the Air Force.
- Manage and perform legal functions within statutory guidelines and the Air Force Rules of Professional Conduct
- Conduct legal research and make final legal recommendations for the Staff Judge Advocate
- Develop and maintain legal assistance materials and resources for clients
- Provide administrative and litigation support for all judicial and nonjudicial matters
- Interview clients and determine eligibility for legal assistance
CAREER TASKS
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
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MINIMUM EDUCATION
A High School Senior (age 17 or older)*, High school diploma, a GED, or 15 college semester hours
*High School Students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year.
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ASVAB REQUIREMENTS
51 General (G)
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QUALIFICATIONS
For Direct Accessions:
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; speak clearly and distinctly
- Ability to keyboard at a minimum rate of 25 words per minute
- No significant record of emotional instability, personality disorder, or other unresolved mental health concerns that may impair of the paralegal duty function, or risk to the mission
- No record of substance abuse, domestic violence, or child abuse
- No convictions by courts-martial
- No convictions by a civilian court, except for minor traffic violations and similar infractions
- Paralegal Applicant Fact Sheet and Writing Sample
- Tier 3 Investigation (National Agency Check, Local Agency Checks and Credit) in accordance with DoDM 5200.02 and AFMAN 16-1405
- Completion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
- Must be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistment
For Retraining:
- Have a current passing fitness score
- Have an AF Form 422 with a PULHES of at least 333333 and a medical recommendation
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; speak clearly and distinctly
- Ability to keyboard at a minimum rate of 25 words per minute
- No significant record of emotional instability, personality disorder, or other unresolved mental health concerns that may impair the paralegal duty function, or risk to the mission
- No record of substance abuse, domestic violence, or child abuse
- No convictions by courts-martial
- No convictions by a civilian court, except for minor traffic violations and similar infractions
- Tier 3 Investigation (National Agency Check, Local Agency Checks and Credit) in accordance with DoDM 5200.02 and AFMAN 16-1405
- Must be interviewed by and complete a 10-day observation period with the wing legal office
- Must have a signed recommendation from the wing legal office Staff Judge Advocate and Law Office Superintendent, and 5J MFM or CFM approval
TRAINING & EDUCATION
How do we transform you from a raw recruit to an expert Airman in this field? From hands-on experience to college credit toward a degree, the path begins here.
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BASIC MILITARY TRAINING
7.5 weeks
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TECHNICAL TRAINING
35 days
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TECH SCHOOL LOCATION
Maxwell AFB AL
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STATUS UPON COMPLETION
Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Paralegal
