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MISSION: "Protecting People, Protecting the Mission."
The RAF Lakenheath Legal Office provides professional legal support and advice to command and other staff agencies on a variety of issues including military justice, contracts, labor, environmental and operations law.
We also provide legal advice and assistance on personal and civil matters to military members, retirees and their family members.
The Legal Office is supported by military attorneys, paralegals and civilians. Using this Web site is not a substitute for consulting with an attorney about a specific legal problem you may have.
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Legal assistance and claims assistance can be obtained at the Legal Office located in building 1082.
For assistance, call 01638 523553 or DSN 314-226-3553.
Claims
The DD Form 1840/1840R (pink form) must be submitted to the carrier within 75 days after delivery of a household goods shipment. This process can now be done online at https://claims.jag.af.mil. The online process only applies to Air Force sponsored moves. Members not able to file online may bring their pink forms to the claims office during normal office hours.
Other claims assistance may be obtained by calling our office.
Smooth Move Briefings
The Smooth Move Briefing may be viewed here. Upon completion of the briefing, please provide a copy of your certificate to 48fw.ja@lakenheath.af.mil.
The Smooth Move Briefing for personally owned vehicles can be viewed here.
General advice
General legal advice is available during our walk-in legal assistance times, Tuesdays 8:00 - 11:00 a.m. and Thursdays 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. The Air Force also maintains a legal assistance website which may be of assistance to you at http://aflegalassistance.law.af.mil.
Legal assistance attorneys cannot represent you in court. Further, legal assistance is prohibited in the following areas:
- Issues involving personal commercial enterprises
- Criminal issues under the Uniform Code of Military Justice or state/federal criminal law. (Contact the Area Defense Counsel at 01638 523608 or DSN 226-3608 for assistance.)
- Standards of Conduct issues
- Law of Armed Conflict issues
- Official matters in which the U.S. Air Force has an interest or is involved in the final outcome
Service
Legal service is available to active duty, retirees and their families; members of the Guard (Title 10 status only); and Reserve members on active duty orders.
Wills
Wills are prepared during our normal walk-in legal assistance hours. Those wishing to make an appointment should visit https://aflegalassistance.law.af.mil to fill out a will worksheet and then call 01638 523553 or DSN 226-3553 to schedule an appointment. |
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The Military Justice Division provides guidance to commanders on nonjudicial punishment proceedings and courts-martial. Contact 01638 525204 or DSN 226-5204 for assistance.
The Area Defense Counsel (ADC) program provides independent legal representation to military members suspected of an offense or facing adverse administrative actions. Please contact the ADC at 01638 523608 or DSN 226-3608.
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The Tax Center is now OPEN. Please complete the attached Tax Questionnaire to assist Tax Centre staff assess and assign a suitable appointment.
For Tax Questionnaire, please click here
For information or appointments, please e-mail 48fw.jatax@lakenheath.af.mil
Additional information can be found at the Air Force Legal Assistance webpage at https://aflegalassistance.law.af.mil. |
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The Operations Law section generally refers to legal rules applicable in actual military operations. It is normally defined as that body of domestic, foreign and international law that impacts the activities of U. S. Armed Forces in war and operations other than war.
Commanders must ensure their personnel are trained to comply with the Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC). All military personnel must accomplish this training every 20 months.
For more information, contact the Operations Law Division at 01638 523553 or DSN 226-3553.
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The International Law section of the Legal Office deals with issues between international partners as well as managing cases involving US personnel that take place in the British criminal justice system. Whether it is a traffic ticket you have received off base or an agreement between international partners, be sure to speak to us!
Please contact Ms. Karen MacKay, British Liaison Officer, at 01638 523553 or DSN 226-3553.
Walk-Ins only: Mon, Wed, Fri 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.; 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Guide to the UK - Frequently Asked Questions
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Discover the possibilities of becoming an Air Force Judge Advocate. Each year, approximately 100-120 attorneys are selected as Air Force Judge Advocates through several different accession programs.
For details click on JAG Recruiting Information.
Interested in becoming an Active Duty or Reserve Paralegal for the Air Force? Contact the Law Office Superintendent at 48fw.ja@lakenheath.af.mil for details.
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The RAF Lakenheath VWAP coordinator can be reached at 01638 523553 or DSN 226-3553.
Sexual Assault Prevention & Response Office (SAPRO)
The Department of Defense does not tolerate sexual assault and has implemented a comprehensive policy that reinforces a culture of prevention, response and accountability that ensures the safety, dignity and well-being of all members of the U.S. Armed Forces.
The Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) can be reached at 01638 523765 or DSN 226-3765.
Additional information may be obtained from the following:
http://www.sapr.mil/
http://www.afpc.randolph.af.mil/library/sapr/index.asp
The National Domestic Violence Hotline is 1-800-799-SAFE.
The National Sexual Assault Hotline is 1-800-656-HOPE.
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48 FW/JA
RAF Lakenheath, Bldg 1082
Brandon, Suffolk IP27 9PN
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Location: Building 1082
Hours: M-W, F
7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Thurs
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General Law 