Office of the Staff Judge Advocate
Fort Drum, NY
The Fort Drum Office of the Staff Judge Advocate provides world class legal advice and service to Armerica's past, present, and future warriors.
CLAIMS DIVISION
CPT Robin Wakefield, Division Chief
Hours of Operation: Monday - Thursday, 0800-1600
Closed on Fridays and Federal Holidays We are located on the 2nd floor in Clark Hall in B237 If Friday is your 70
th day to turn in your 1840 (pink forms), just knock and we'll take care of you!
Mission
The Claims Division provides all eligible clients with friendly, professional, up-to-date, effective, competent, and comprehensive legal advice, guidance, document preparation assistance, and counsel for the filing of claims against the Government as well as Article 139 Claims.
Household Claims
When you recieve your household goods shippment you have 70 days from the date of delivery to let the carrier know you would like to file a claim. We can help you do this by faxing the pink/white slip (DD1840/ 1851) to the carrier for you and help guide you along the way. Most claims are now filed electronically through an online system called DPS in order to get full replacement value, however, some may fall into other categories. Please come in and let us help you determine the best possible option for your particular claim. Below we have the link where you can go straight to the DPS system. Once you get to the welcome screen click the red DOD service member and civilian option. From here you will be able to access how-to-guides and videos on the left side of the screen to help guide you through the process. If you need further assistance please come see us in Clark Hall in the Claims Office.
Tort Claims
This section receives, investigates, and settles claims filed against the United States under the Federal Tort Claims Act (28 USC 2671-2680) and the Military Claims Act (10 USC 2733) by individuals who suffered a loss or damage as a result of a government employee’s negligent act while in the scope of his employment with the U.S. Government. See AR 27-20***, Chapter 4, for further information on the Federal Tort Claims Act and Chapter 3 for further information on the Military Claims Act. If you need to file a tort claim please contact the Claims Office for further guideance.
Contact Us
Tel: 315-772-6584 Fax: 315-772-3303
Mailing Address: Office of the Staff Judge Advocate
Attention: Claims Office 141 Lewis Avenue
Fort Drum, NY 13602-5100