Joint Base Andrews Legal Services
Originally called Camp Springs Army Airfield, Andrews Joint Base is best known for its special air mission – transporting high-ranking government and military leaders. JB Andrews has a total population of approximately 14,000 people, of which over 12,000 are active members. Joint Base Andrews covers approximately 6,850 acres and is located in parts of Prince George`s County, Maryland, about 10 miles outside the city limits of Washington, D.C. and 15 miles from the state of Virginia. The base is physically located in the town of Camp Springs MD. Special Counsel for Victims (SVC) represents victims throughout the investigation and prosecution process in a confidential solicitor-client relationship. The chain of command for CVS is through the Air Force Legal Operations Agency, which allows CVS to provide independent legal representation and advocacy on behalf of the victim of sexual assault without the risk of interference from the victim`s or perpetrator`s chain of command. Victims identified as sexual assault may apply for an SVC at any stage of the process, either directly or through SARC, FAP, AFOSI or the Legal Department. For advice, call 240-612-4672. Mission: To provide mission-oriented, comprehensive and timely legal services that enable the global projection of air power and diplomacy from the U.S. airfield The Victim/Witness Support Program is a commanding officer-led program supported by the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate.
The VLAP program provides counselling for the treatment of victims and witnesses of crime under the UCMJ. The programme ensures that victims and witnesses receive the information and support they deserve. Call 240-612-5757 to make an appointment with our PAV Coordinator. DEPLOYMENT RIGHTS: All military personnel who have received a mission notice MUST immediately contact the Legal Department at 240-612-5750 to make an appointment. A lawyer will help you complete the legal checklist. We strongly recommend that you be proactive when making appointments. Requirements such as information sessions on the law of armed conflict, powers of attorney and wills are extremely important. CIVIL LAW: Questions/wishes of private organizations? Contact the 316th FSS/RSF for assistance.
All private organizations (POs) must go through the 316th FSS/RSF to approve grant requests. Send the request to the organization box: 316.FSS. Fsr. NAF@us.af.mil. Please visit aflegalassistance.law.af.mil before your appointment and complete the online legal worksheet. You will need the resulting ticket number to make an appointment. Powers of Attorney and Notarial Services The firm can issue general and special powers of attorney and provide notarial services free of charge. Please call to make an appointment. We do not certify real estate closing documents. Please contact our office for special instructions.
Please visit aflegalassistance.law.af.mil before your appointment and complete the online legal worksheet. You will need the resulting ticket number to make an appointment. Andrews` common base dates back to World War I and is best known as the home of the Air Force One aircraft when the president is on board. The 316. Flügel serves as a host unit and provides services for 6 wings, 2 head offices and more than 50 tenant units. In total, JB Andrews provides services to more than 60,000 aircraft in the U.S. Capital Region. The 89th Airlift Wing at JB Andrews is responsible for providing global airlift, logistics, port, and communications support to the president, vice president, and other senior U.S.
government officials. JB Andrews is home to the Naval Air Facility Washington, one of only three remaining Naval Reserve Air Bases in the United States. The Andres Joint Base is also home to the Air Force`s only Executive Airlift Training Center and Government Network Operations Center. Vision: The American Law Firm; Future-oriented, first-class website: aflegalassistance.law.af.mil/lass/lass.html The Legal Service provides free legal assistance in personal civil matters to eligible beneficiaries, including active or retired military personnel and their dependents. Examples of personal civil matters include adoption, long-term care, financial responsibility, family relations, the Military Civil Relief Act, landlord-tenant and accident matters. The highest priority is given to Air Force members who require mission-related mobilization or legal assistance. Legal counsel can provide legal advice, conduct general document reviews, draft and send correspondence on behalf of clients, and assist clients in creating forms. However, lawyers cannot represent clients in judicial or administrative proceedings or draft or file legal documents with a court. Active duty staff + relatives: Legal assistance is provided by telephone. These days and times are every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 to 12:00.
Those wishing to meet with a lawyer by appointment should call the front desk at 240-612-5750. Click here to visit the firm`s Facebook page. Virginia Pro Se – Fairfax Circuit Court Maryland Pro Se – Division of Family Administration – DC District Court Self-Help Center Pro Se – National Center for State Courts – Family Court Self-Help Center – Pro Bono Program: Pro-Se-Plus Divorce Clinic – Pro Bono Program: Pro-Se-Plus Custody Clinic A legal requirement that schools must find all children with disabilities and may be eligible for special education services. Provides financial support to beneficiaries with special needs for an integrated range of services and supplies: www.tricare.mil/echo legal aid will continue to be provided by telephone appointment only. If you need legal assistance, wills or notarial services, please call our office to make an appointment. Exceptions are made on a case-by-case basis for urgent legal assistance needs. Volunteer appointments are available to all active members working at JB Andrews. Legal consultation hours: Tuesday – Thursday, 1000 – 1200 by appointment. Wills, living wills and continuing powers of attorney for health care – Wednesdays by appointment.
Notary and POA from Monday to Friday 0900 – 1500 by appointment. Please call the law firm at (240) 612-5750 for legal counsel or an appointment. Provide a variety of direct services to children and youth with disabilities, families, professionals and other organizations that support them. To find a parenting training center in a state: www.parentcenterhub.org/find-your-center/ Please call front desk at 240-612-5750 to make an appointment. Appointments will be scheduled on Wednesday morning between 09:00 and 12:00. Please visit aflegalassistance.law.af.mil before your appointment and complete the online legal worksheet. After completing your worksheet, please provide the ticket number to the legal department. You will need the resulting ticket number to make an appointment. Furnish? We ensure that members preparing for deployment are given high priority and will try to accommodate you outside of these hours. Please make every effort to call and schedule as soon as possible after receiving the deployment notification. Retirees + dependents: Please call reception at 240-612-5750 to make an appointment.
The Office of Legal Affairs provides legal advice on a wide range of disciplinary matters to the Squadron Commander as well as subordinate units and partner commands as part of the global mission. We enable commanders to maintain good order and discipline through the efficient and fair administration of military justice, from administrative measures to general courts martial. Division chiefs, first shirts and commanders can call the Legal Office of the Military Judicial Council at 240-612-5750/5996. The Area Defense Council provides independent legal representation to individual members of the Air Force. Airmen subject to adverse administrative action or suspected of violating the Uniform Code of Military Justice may receive confidential legal advice and representation outside the AFDW chain of command. Air Force members can make appointments by calling 240-857-6624. The coordination of EFMP assignments takes into account the medical and educational needs of a family if it has been determined that the required services are not available at the current or planned location of the pilot. Please visit aflegalassistance.law.af.mil to find information on various legal assistance topics. If you are assigned to an air base, contact the base`s Home Child Care Office (CFS) to plan and track hours of operation. For Joint Base Andrews, call (301) 981-2123. If you are posted elsewhere, continue coordination directly through AFFCCSystem.Admin-02@us.af.mil. Grants to help adults with developmental disabilities and families with children with developmental disabilities purchase services and/or items that meet the needs: dda.health.maryland.gov/Pages/home.aspx To help you effectively navigate the Department of Defence`s network of services and supports for families with special needs: efmpandme.militaryonesource.mil/ This website is so designed to meet the needs of parents, educators, health care providers and lawyers: www.wrightslaw.com/info/dod.index.htm medical wills and living wills: Legal aid lawyers can prepare wills and advance medical instructions, including living wills and medical powers of attorney.