The Staff Judge Advocate's Office advises you and your family about personal legal affairs, including wills, powers of attorney, adoptions, name changes, landlord and tenant relations, consumer affairs, marital rights and obligations, and other legal matters. In addition, notary public services are normally available.
All assistance is free.
However, some legal matters involve civilian court proceedings. Military attorneys generally may not represent you in court but can refer you to civilian attorneys or to civilian legal service agencies that may be able to represent you. You may ask a Legal Assistance Officer to read and advise you on any contract free of charge. Never sign a contract without completely reading and understanding it. Never accept verbal promises, which are not written into the contract.