Navy JAG Corps Judge Advocate General's Corps

Ana Maria Burgos-Solis
University of San Diego, School of Law
Western Judicial Circuit
"I chose to pursue a career in law because I wanted to make a difference in people’s lives. While in law school, I had the opportunity to clerk for the USD Veterans Legal Clinic. In doing so, I developed a passion for assisting the men and women who have bravely served our country. I chose to intern …

Twenty-one years ago, Capt. Jim Lucci -- commanding officer, Defense Service Office Pacific -- and Capt. Dom Flatt -- commanding officer, Region Legal Service Office Japan -- started Officer Indoctrination School (OIS) in Newport, R.I., together and subsequently served side-by-side as first-tour lieutenants at Naval Legal Service Office Mid-Atlantic in Norfolk, Va. Twenty-one years ago, Capt. Jim Lucci -- commanding officer, Defense Service Office Pacific -- and Capt. Dom Flatt -- commanding officer, Region …

 Legalman 1st Class Felicia Allen, assigned to Naval Construction Group TWO (NCG 2), was selected as the Senior Sailor of the Quarter. "Receiving this honor is a huge accomplishment for me," said Allen.  "It shows that my hard work does not go unnoticed.  This honor is another milestone in my career that I accomplished."  Legalman 1st Class Felicia Allen, assigned to Naval Construction Group TWO (NCG 2), was selected as the Senior Sailor …

Lt. Cmdr. Meredith S. Werner, judge advocate for Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Korea (CNFK) hosted the first ever Combined CNFK-Republic of Korea (ROK) Naval Academy Women's Leadership Symposium at Turtle Cove, on Commander, Fleet Activities Chinhae base on May 22. Lt. Cmdr. Meredith S. Werner, judge advocate for Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Korea (CNFK) hosted the first ever Combined CNFK-Republic of Korea (ROK) Naval Academy Women's Leadership Symposium at Turtle Cove, on Commander, …

Lt. Andrea Logan, Region Legal Service Office Naval District Washington, was named a Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Innovation Award winner in the Innovation Scholar (PME) Category during a ceremony at the Pentagon on June 5. Lt. Andrea Logan, Region Legal Service Office Naval District Washington, was named a Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Innovation Award winner in the Innovation Scholar (PME) Category during a ceremony at the Pentagon on …

Ms. Silvana Palmese, claims specialist at Region Legal Service Office EURAFSWA, appeared on Ballando con le Stelle, the Italian version of Dancing with the Stars, on April 22, 2017. Palmese's son, Antonio Palmese, is an actor and a contestant on the show. Ms. Silvana Palmese, claims specialist at Region Legal Service Office EURAFSWA, appeared on Ballando con le Stelle, the Italian version of Dancing with the Stars, on April 22, …

Navy Region Singapore (NRS) First Class Petty Officer Association hosted a presentation to recognize the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Midway, June 6th at Café Lah. The event was open to all members of the NRS community to honor those who served in the battle and lost their lives in service of their country. Navy Region Singapore (NRS) First Class Petty Officer Association hosted a presentation to recognize the …

As Pride Month (June) kicks off, two members of the Navy JAG Corps have been acknowledged by the LGBT Bar Association. Lt. Jennifer Johnson and Lt. Paul Wagoner have been named among the Best LGBT Lawyers Under 40 (Class of 2017). As Pride Month (June) kicks off, two members of the Navy JAG Corps have been acknowledged by the LGBT Bar Association. Lt. Jennifer Johnson and Lt. Paul Wagoner have …

Did you know? Rick James -- an influential musician, composer and actor, and the signer of the infamous "Super Freak" song -- spent time in the Navy Reserve. His biography, including details about his time with the Navy, is colorfully retold in a new book, "Super Freak: The Life of Rick James." James' budding music career often interfered with his Reserve duties, and, ultimately, he fled to Toronto when he was ordered …

The JAG community's wireless courtroom pilot project, led by the Knowledge Management (KM) team, is expeditiously moving forward thanks to Ms. Kimberlie Ginyard and the rest of the The JAG community's wireless courtroom pilot project, led by the Knowledge Management (KM) team, is expeditiously moving forward thanks to Ms. Kimberlie Ginyard and the rest of the Technology, Operations & Plans (Code 67) team. team.

"The wireless courtroom enhances courtroom functionality, streamlines …

The Federal Asian Pacific American Council (FAPAC) awarded Lt. Drew Austria the FAPAC Military Meritorious Service Award, at its 32nd National Leadership Training Program in Rockville, Md., on May 17, 2017. FAPAC, a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, is the oldest and largest Asian American Pacific Islander affinity group for federally employed Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. FAPAC works to promote equal opportunity and cultural diversity for Asian Pacific Americans within the …

MANAMA, Bahrain (NNS) -- Members of a new Navy Reserve legal team providing support to U.S. Naval Forces Central Command/U.S. 5th Fleet (NAVCENT/C5F) were officially presented with the 2017 Rear Adm. Hugh H. Howell, Jr. Award of Excellence by the NAVCENT vice commander, May 14. MANAMA, Bahrain (NNS) -- Members of a new Navy Reserve legal team providing support to U.S. Naval Forces Central Command/U.S. 5th Fleet (NAVCENT/C5F) were officially …

Region Legal Service Office Japan’s Legal Assistance Office in coordination with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) hosted a naturalization ceremony at the Chapel of Hope in Fleet Activities Yokosuka, April 27.  Twenty-eight candidates, consisting of nine active duty and 19 dependents from 10 different countries, were naturalized.  Region Legal Service Office Japan’s Legal Assistance Office in coordination with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) hosted a naturalization ceremony at …

Roger Williams University recognized several legalmen for their academic performance on May 5.  Roger Williams University recognized several legalmen for their academic performance on May 5. 

Legalman 2nd Class Daniel Van Hooser -- who currently is stationed at Naval War College -- and Legalman 1st Class Erin Bowles -- from Region Legal Service Office Mid-Atlantic -- were inducted into the Lambda Epsilon Chi (LEX) Honor Society. Legalman 2nd Class Linnea Walters -- who …

Region Legal Service Office Europe, Africa, and Southwest Asia (RLSO EURAFSWA) conducted a series of events in honor of Law Day on May 1, 2017. Law Day was first commemorated by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1958, and it acknowledges how law profoundly influenced the foundation of our country, as well as its importance today. This year's theme was the Fourteenth Amendment, a landmark in American legal history. Law is involved in all aspects of military …

The Region Legal Service Office Japan and Defense Service Office Pacific conducted a professional military education (PME) tour to familiarize participants with the historical and current significance of the Iwo To island (the name was changed from Iwo Jima to Iwo To in 2007) to Japan and the United States. During this tour we visited major points of interest so we could appreciate its importance to victory in WWII. This was a one-in-a-lifetime …

The Outstanding Navy Legal Professional Award was presented by the Kitsap County Bar Association to Lt. Timothy J. Donahue, Judge Advocate General Corps, on May 5, 2017. The Outstanding Navy Legal Professional Award was presented by the Kitsap County Bar Association to Lt. Timothy J. Donahue, Judge Advocate General Corps, on May 5, 2017.

The award noted that his service assigned to Naval Hospital Bremerton (NHB) as a naval officer …

 Navy Reserve JAG officers met to discuss the latest developments related to the Navy JAG Corps May 6-7 at the 2017 Military Law Training Symposium for the East Coast in Alexandria, Va.  Navy Reserve JAG officers met to discuss the latest developments related to the Navy JAG Corps May 6-7 at the 2017 Military Law Training Symposium for the East Coast in Alexandria, Va.

Rear Adm. John G. Hannink, Deputy …

Navy Lt. Alyssa Nichol – a judge advocate serving as a Victims’ Legal Counsel in Norfolk, Va. – was honored by the Department of Justice last week for her hard work, professionalism, and devotion to her community and loved ones. Navy Lt. Alyssa Nichol – a judge advocate serving as a Victims’ Legal Counsel in Norfolk, Va. – was honored by the Department of Justice last week for her hard …

Lt. Cmdr. Courtney Lewis, who currently is assigned to the Trial Counsel Assistance Program (TCAP) in Washington, D.C., received a letter of appreciation from the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) on April 12. The letter was presented by Special Agent L. Matthew Butler, who is the director of the NCIS Training Academy located at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco, Ga. During the past year, Lewis visited the …