Legal Assistance
Legal Office
255 Rosenbaum Avenue
Building 255, Rooms 222, 224 and 225
Meridian, MS 39309
Phone 601-679-2590
Phone (DSN) 312-637-2590
Fax 601-679-2779
Fax (DSN) 312-637-2779
Mon-Fri 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat and Sun - closed
Holidays - closed
Legal Services
The NAS Meridian Legal Office has a staff of one lawyer (staff judge advocate) and one paralegal (legalman). The office is available to provide legal assistance to all military personnel, military retirees and their dependents.
Types of Services
Though the attorney of the Legal Office may not appear in local civilian courts as attorney of record, he/she may provide legal counsel and guidance, write letters, participate in limited negotiations, and prepare certain legal documents, including simple wills and powers of attorney. The Legal Office counsels clients concerning such matters as:
- Contract disputes
- Divorce
- Separation
- Landlord/tenant matters
- Debt collection
- Nonsupport
- Paternity
- Automobile accidents
- Traffic citations
- Adoption
- Insurance problems
Claims Service
In addition, the government provides compensation to military personnel for property losses suffered as a result of their service due to negligent acts by a government employee acting within the scope of his or her employment. The Legal Office is available to assist the member in filing a claim for reimbursement.
Contact Information
You may contact the Legal Office of Meridian at 601-679-2590.
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