Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates
Civilian:
Arbitrate, advise, adjudicate, or administer justice in a court of law. May sentence defendant in criminal cases according to government statutes or sentencing guidelines. May determine liability of defendant in civil cases. May perform wedding ceremonies.
Military:
The military has its own system of laws and courts. Lawyers in the various services Judge Advocate General (JAG) Corps administer activities within the military judicial system. They also perform legal research, prosecute and defend court cases, and are judges in military courts. They provide legal services for military personnel and represent the services in civil and international legal matters.
Job Titles
- Administrative Court Justice
- Appeals Court Associate Justice
- Appellate Court Judge
- Associate Justice
- Associate Juvenile Court Judge
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Nationwide Salary Average*
- Civilian:
- $119,270
- Military:
- $137,700
*Average calculated based on median level of pay
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