Legal Assistance

The U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz, Baumholder Legal Assistance office consists of a professional, dedicated corps of well-trained and experienced attorneys, paralegals and soldiers. The Legal Assistance office provides assistance at no cost to service members, family members, Department of Defense civilians and retirees with a valid identification card.

Types of Services

This office provides a full range of free legal services including military administrative matters, with the exception of in-court representation, and criminal defense work. Clients are seen on a walk-in basis for powers of attorney, notarizations, bills of sale and dissemination of general information. Legal advice from an attorney can be obtained on an appointment basis.

The office assists with personal legal matters including:

• Family law (paternity, marriage, separation, divorce and nonsupport)
• Estate law (wills and advanced medical directives)
• Economic matters (bankruptcy and credit problems)
• Certain civil and military administrative matters