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Join a growing force of Air Force and Space Force civilian professionals and make an impact like never before

This program offers PAQs an opportunity to work on meaningful legal issues from day one, explore the practice of law in different fields, and collaborate with other dedicated military and civilian attorneys around the world. As an attorney, you will advise Air Force and Space Force commands and represent the Department of the Air Force in matters related to labor and employment, contracts, environmental, administrative law, and other areas that impact operations. Attorneys also provide legal assistance to eligible service members and their families on family law, consumer law, and estate planning. We are seeking recent law school graduates with high potential and a desire to serve their country. PAQs will receive initial training in multiple practice areas. After successful completion of the program, PAQs will be placed into a permanent position with the Department of the Air Force.

Career Paths

Attorney   |    Law Clerks

PAQ Qualifications

  • U.S. citizenship
  • Recent graduate (within two years of completing degree or within six years if a Veteran) of a law school accredited by the American Bar Association
  • Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree required
  • GPA 2.95 or above
  • Attorney positions: Active member in good standing of a State Bar, eligible to practice law before the highest court of a state, the District of Columbia, or a territory or possession of the United States. One-year professional legal experience, Master of LAW (LLM) or superior law student work or activity, e.g., top third of class, law review or journal, academic achievement (moot court win or membership on team that represents the law school in competitions), full-time or continuous participation in legal aid program, significant law office clerk experience, or other accomplishments
  • Law Clerk positions: Required to become licensed (pass the bar exam) within 14 months from their Entrance on Duty (EOD) and then be reassigned as attorneys during the PAQ program
  • Ability to obtain Security Clearance funded by the Department of the Air Force (e.g., Background check)

PAQ Program Details

  • A formal two to three-year training and career development track
  • Real-world projects and missions
  • Mentoring provided by Senior leadership
  • Annual performance-based promotions
  • Placement into a permanent Air Force Civilian Service position once PAQ Program is successfully completed

PAQ Benefits

  • Student Loan Repayment Program
  • Recruitment Bonus for selected positions
  • Paid move to employment location (if required upon conversion to PAQ program)
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