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My son is age 30, he is a practicing lawyer and is licensed in several states. He has been diagnosed with depression and bipolar disorder within the past year. He feels that the military would offer him structure and is seriously looking to enlist. Is he eligible to enlist in any of the services? Could he utilize his law degree in any of the services?
I agree that the military structure will be good, however the regulations that govern military entrance do not allow for his condition. However there are positions that he might be able to get into where he could work for the government. Have him check out www.usajobs.com . This is the office of personnel management and the website lists all the jobs with in the US Govt.
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Howard Lorenz
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I have spent the past 20 years in the U.S. Air Force, 3 years was assigned as an Enlisted Accessions Recruiter. I have been deployed various times to several locations. If it is a career in the military you are looking for or thinking about I most likely have the answer. I still have contacts with in the recruiting field and if I don't know the answer then I have folks who do where I can find the answer. I am very blunt and straight forward and will make no attempts to BS you. I will give you the best information that I possible can can. If you think that you cant handle the answer that I give you, then don't ask the question...... If you are planning on joining the military, your number 1 decision factor in making this kind of move is that you need to be more concerned about serving your country than your country serving you!! All the benefits are the best that you can find. Education is at a premium right now and its the most rewarding thing that you can do. If I dont answer right away probably means that I am busy, but have patience, I will get to you.
Experience
Air Force Recruiter for 3 years, Air Force Career 21 Years
Organizations
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Education/Credentials
Community College of the Air Force, International Air Academy, Allied Business Schools, Embry Riddle Aeronautical College, Defense Acquisition University
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