To Waseem I just had an interview with Army JAG a week ago and they said they were the only branch that paid loans back. So if that is your main concern I would go that route.  However,  If you just bought a house and things you probably won't get stationed in Cincinnati and you could have some long term overseas duties. The guy that interviewed me was 15 months in Afghanistan as J.A.G.  it doesn't sound like the best situation to be in if you have a family. 

I recently interviewed with Army JAG as well, and my FSO mentioned the same as above.  I must say though- in doing additional research- I think the 'up to $65,000' might be a tad misleading.  Both in terms of what is repaid, AND how that may affect those wanting to do the 'income based' and/or 'income contingent' repayment plans that are a part of College Cost Reduction and Access Act. 

The authority for the program is found in 10 USC 2171

http://www4.law.cornell.edu/uscode/10/usc_sec_10_00002171----000-.html

 
 

Thanks.  I was thinking the same thing.  Guess that's the presumption if I'm asking the question in the first place, lol.  Wish I had have planned better.  Who knew FL sucked so much?  Side bar, I really think this is part of the reason FSU, UF, Stetson don't place well outside the state.

I guess now the question is which would actually be easier.  Take FL, get bored with work and take another bar in fewer than 5 years, OR take another state bar, get bored but wait 5 years just to waive in somewhere else.   

THE SITUATION:  Graduating from a Florida lawschool this semester, not originally from the state, and not too gung- ho about staying long- term.  Been applying for jobs like crazy, but no solid leads. 

While I may not find the job I want, I'm quite sure I can find "a job" in FL.  However, I tend to get bored extremely easily and will most likely want to move w/in 2-3 years.

Neither Florida, nor my home state have reciprocity w/any other state.

There is a group of 33 states all having reciprocity with each other.  NY, IL, GA, MA,PA,AZ, and TX- to name a few- are included. 

QUESTION:  If you were in this situation, would you 'limit' yourself to FL b/c that was the plan all along, OR take a state bar included in the group above and waive into any of the other 32 states (after 5 yrs) if/when you got bored and wanted to move?


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