Staff Judge Advocate:

The Staff Judge Advocate is the advisor to the Commanding Officer on legal matters related to the Naval Station and Naval Academy Sailing Program. The Staff Judge Advocate is also the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act Officer. This responsibility includes military justice, ensuring compliance with Navy policies, civilian personnel issues, claims processing, investigations, admiralty, and liaison with state authorities. The Staff Judge Advocate also serves as a Special Assistant United States Attorney.

Legalman:

The Legalman provides paralegal services and office management. This responsibility includes the swift and just administration of courts-martial, non-judicial punishments, investigations, and administrative separations. In addition, the Legalman processes Freedom of Information requests, Military Claims Act, and Federal Tort Claims Act applications. She assists in the VITA program by scheduling volunteers and appointments. The Legalman provides administrative assistance to the Staff Judge Advocate. Her responsibilities include document preparation, correspondence, filing, maintenance of the law library, and preparation of statistical reports. The Legalman serves as the initial point of contact for the office. She is a Maryland State Notary, coordinates the preparation of powers of attorney, distributes informational pamphlets, and makes referrals to legal assistance activities.