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Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on Oct 9, 2025

The U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee will appoint a new full-time magistrate judge upon the retirement of Magistrate Judge Barbara Holmes, effective July 31, 2026. Those interested in being considered for the position should request an application form from Chief Deputy Clerk Vicki Kinkade, 719 Church St., Ste. 1300, Nashville 37203 or download from the court’s website. Completed applications should be emailed by close of business on Nov. 14 to magistrate@tnmd.uscourts.gov. Read more about the duties of and qualifications for magistrate judges in an announcement from the court.