Legal Services

We provide timely and relevant legal assistance and support to Servicemembers and eligible civilians within the V Corps Forward Area of Responsibility (AOR).

• Soldiers: 
  • Active duty Soldiers 
  • Reserve serving on active duty
  • National Guard Soldiers serving on active duty
• Dependents: 
  • Spouses
  • Children 
  • Other dependents of active-duty Soldiers
• Retirees: 
  • Military retirees and their dependents
• Survivors: 
  • Surviving family members of deceased military personnel who were eligible at the time of death 
• Other Personnel: 
  • Certain Department of Defense (DoD) civilian employees
  • Contractors may be eligible under specific circumstances

• Legal Consultations: We offer consultations on a variety of legal matters.
• Document Assistance: We can assist with GOMOR/FLIPL/15-6 rebuttals and appeals, wills, and powers of attorney (POAs).
• Referrals: For matters outside our scope of representation or area of expertise, we provide referrals to appropriate resources.
• Notary Services: Must be in person - Available during walk-in hours or by appointment.
• Powers of Attorney (POAs): Must be in person - Available during walk-in hours or by appointment.​​​​​​​

• Appointments are preferred to ensure attorney availability.
• Walk-ins are welcome unless there is a scheduled appointment.
• Notary services and POAs do not require an appointment.

Appointment Options:

Appointments can be held in person or virtually via Teams or Signal. Please specify your preference when scheduling.

The Army created the Special Victim Counsel (SVC) Program as part of its efforts to address sexual assault within its ranks. This program is designed to provide stronger support for victims of sexual assault and ensure their rights are protected throughout the military justice system. At the same time, it aims to avoid unnecessary delays and respect the rights of the accused.

A Special Victim Counsel plays a key role by passionately advocating for their client’s interests and guiding them through every step of the military justice process.

A Special Victim Counsel (SVC)is a military lawyer who has received specialized training to represent and support victims of certain crimes, such as sexual assault, within the military's legal system. Appointed by the Judge Advocate General (JAG)— the military's top legal authority — an SVC's one and only job is to look out for their client. This means they will fight for you every step of the way, guiding you through what can be a complicated and overwhelming legal process. What makes an SVC unique is that their loyalty belongs entirely to you — not to the military, not to the government, and not to anyone else. Even if what is best for you does not align with what the U.S. Government wants, your SVC will still stand in your corner and advocate for your best interests. Simply put, an SVC is your personal legal champion, dedicated to making sure your rights are protected and your voice is heard.

If you are a victim of an actual or attempted sexual assault (whether or not you have reported the incident), you may contact an SVC at +49-611-143- 538-8445 or email (preferred).

Soldiers assigned to units in Poland have access to dedicated legal support through the U.S. Army Trial Defense Services (TDS). While these services are not physically located in Poland, our experienced legal team at the Bavaria East (Vilseck) Field Office is ready to assist you remotely.

Our mission is to "defend those who defend America," and we provide confidential guidance and representation for a range of military justice matters, including:

• Investigations and Courts-Martial
• Article 15s
• Administrative Separations and Officer Eliminations

If you are in need of legal assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out directly to our team in Bavaria to ensure your rights are protected. 

Please note: To receive assistance, Soldiers are required to have the original copy of their Article 15 or Separation paperwork.