Pivotal Perspective: In Defense of the Formation: How Engaging with Your Unit Increases Lethality

Empowers surviving military spouses to transform SGLI and death gratuity benefits into long‑term, tax‑free assets through the HEART Act, enabling substantial retirement growth and strengthened financial security with proactive planning and supplement...

By MAJ Wesleigh J. Cochrane

Maj. Kator reviews Kouzes and Posner's Leadership Challenge (7th ed.), arguing its five practices and data-backed framework offer JAG Corps officers practical tools for building cohesive teams, developing subordinates, and growing as leaders.

By Major Daniel J. Kator

Legal guidance on anti-lobbying restrictions for government officials under the Anti-Lobbying Act and appropriations riders. Explains grassroots lobbying prohibitions, permitted communications with Congress, and practical examples of violations to he...

By Mr. Michael D. Jones

Leadership review highlighting how Doris Kearns Goodwin uses narrative to examine four U.S. presidents, showing how context, adversity, and storytelling shape effective leadership. Suitable for developing leaders in government and military settings.

By MAJ Cadence L. Coffin

Army legal professionals train across the globe, from Charlottesville to Poland. Paralegals complete mountaineering and water survival courses, while judge advocates conduct mock trials and international exchanges on military justice.

By Article published on: February 1, 2025 in the Army Lawyer 2025 Issue 4

FLEP candidate CPT Diane Petit-Bois shares her Army legal internship experience at Fort Bliss OSJA. Learn about military justice, administrative law, courtroom observations, and professional development in the JAG Corps pathway.

By Captain Diane R. Petit-Bois

An in-depth roadmap for integrating artificial intelligence into the U.S. Army JAG Corps, tracing AI-enabled, agentic, and AGI-driven legal practice while redefining professional identity, enterprise architecture, ethics, and military law.

By Colonel Ryan A. Howard

An in-depth analysis of military counterintelligence investigations, legal authorities, and national security prosecutions. Examining ACIC, AFOSI, NCIS, search powers, pretrial confinement, and the evolving role of JAG officers in espionage cases.

By Major Michelle K. Lukomski

Analysis of the 2016 amendment to MRE 801(d)(1)(B) on prior consistent statements. Examines the Pierre standard, CAAF precedents, and rehabilitation requirements when witnesses face impeachment in military courts-martial.

By Mr. Edward J. O’Brien

CPT Jack Rozema balances life as an Army JAG attorney, CrossFit Games competitor, and father through discipline and resilience.

By Major Daniel D. Ray and Major Joseph A. Deflorio

82d Airborne and NC A&T ROTC partnered for a Guilford Courthouse staff ride integrating history and JAG recruitment.

By Captain Parker C. Holstein

This article examines the SVC role as 'the third lawyer' in military justice, detailing practice and career benefits.

By Captain John F. Kirk

Trust is the Mission explores how Army legal advisors earn influence through trust, using the Trust Equation and ALIGN Framework to deliver timely, mission-focused counsel that enables commanders’ decisions in high-stakes environments.

By COL Joseph M. Fairfield

Military judge examines discovery problems in courts-martial, offering practical guidance on RCM 701, Brady obligations, and best practices for both sides.

By Lieutenant Colonel Robert E. Murdough

Guidance on when cure notices are required before terminating commercial contracts under FAR 12.403 and 52.212-4.

By MAJ Kelly R. Snyder