what to do with a JD in Small Wars?
Dear All-
I am a second year Law Student with no military experience. I have many friends (most even) who are active duty United States Marine Infantry (enlisted), Army Rangers (guy from HS who went to West Point), a buddy in the Air Force (Pilot). They have all told me about their experiences in Iraq. Additonally, I work with a Vietnam combat vet, and have a Korean War veteran in my family (was at Pusan, the Yalu, Korea 50-53). So, I am wondering what path I should take to contribute to the US GWOT/small war (I am a US Citizen).
Thanks in advance for your advice,
Cato the Younger
Small Wars is bigger than military
The answers you've gotten so far are spot on for uniformed service.
As LawVol says, other government agencies are also willing to hire lawyers. As are various PVOs, NGOs. From what I hear, once you are inside some of them (USG in particular), you don't have too much trouble shoving people out of the way if you are trying to get into the combat zone. :o
One might have to wonder what sort of experience-building program they have to develop you to go over and do good things. Perhaps others can speak to that. But be sure to look broader than the military.
Thank you for your advice, all.
Sirs-
I appreicate your sage advice- I never before considered perhaps a reserve option- but it is interesting how many options are available to me with the JD.
Thank You for all of your thoughtful replies.