I have two questions I was hoping someone out there with some experience could help me with:

1) I received my photo credentials in the mail last week. I have a friend that is an attorney and we were discussing having me come in on a low-profile case to help me generate some experience in the field. Is this legal for me to do? Of course I would adhere to my code of ethics pledge at all times.

2) I have been given the option of being temporarily re-activated in the Marine corps to do a 6-month deployment back to Iraq in Feb. Is it worth my time to begin PI work between now and then, or should I take advantage of the time and spend it with my familiy and friends during the holidays, come back and get a fresh start?

Any advice/input would be appreciated.

Thank You
Mick
Pitt, PA