Fort Gordon  Legal

The Judge Advocate General's Office provides support in several areas to include Claims, Legal Assistance, and Tax Preparation.

Claims

Claims provides information, assistance, and the proper forms to submit claims against the government. In many cases, such as damage to household goods transportation by a government contractor, time limits apply so prompt actions is required.

Legal Assistance

Legal Assistance handles or is involved in a number of issues to include:

• Powers of attorney
• Leases
• Affidavits
• Virginia deeds
• Name changes
• Consumer affairs
• Civil suits
• Domestic relations and family law
• Immigration and naturalization
• Wills and estates
• Tax assistance
• Local court procedures
• Support (child and or spousal)

Notary services and the preparation of powers of attorney are available daily on a walk-in basis. Attorneys see clients on a walk-in basis every Tuesday from 7:30 AM until 10:00 AM. Otherwise, attorney consultations are available only on an appointment basis.

Tax Assistance Center

The Tax Assistance Center is operated in cooperation with unit tax advisors. Tax preparation assistance, form distribution and electronic filing are available between January and April of each year. During the remainder of the year, assistance is provided by appointment through the Legal Assistance office.

Eligibility

Legal services are available to active and retired military personnel and dependent family members.