The Tennessee Department of Health is now accepting applications for a litigation attorney to serve as a senior associate counsel in its Office of General Counsel. In this role, an attorney will provide legal advice and drafting services to healthcare licensure boards, analyze proposed legislation affecting public health, review and revise contracts involving the maintenance and sharing of data and more. Salary will be based on experience with a starting rate of $7,087 per month. To apply, email TDH.TalentManagement@tn.gov or complete the application process on www.tn.gov/careers. View this listing or browse all job listings on the TBA’s JobLink page.

Workers’ Compensation Judge Deana Seymour will retire effective Sept. 1, the Tennessee Court of Workers' Compensation Claims announced yesterday. The Bureau of Workers’ Compensation is seeking interested attorneys to apply for the position in Memphis. The successful candidate will complete Seymour’s term, which expires June 30, 2026, and then will be eligible for two additional full terms. Interested applicants should complete this questionnaire and email it to Marie Halpin by Aug. 1. For more information, contact bureau administrator Abbie Hudgens.

Cornelius & Collins is seeking an associate attorney in its Nashville office to handle insurance defense, construction law, employment law and health care liability matters. Preference will be given to those with experience conducting discovery and depositions, working with expert witnesses, and handling motions before state and federal courts. To apply, send a cover letter, resume, law school transcript and writing sample to Peter Robison pcrobison@cclawtn.com. See the full job posting and application instructions on the TBA JobLink platform.

The Tennessee Supreme Court will begin accepting applications for the position of State Attorney General and Reporter on Friday. Interested candidates must submit an application by noon CDT on July 29. The Supreme Court will interview all candidates at public hearings on Aug. 8 and 9 at the Nashville Supreme Court Building. The hearings will be livestreamed on the TN Courts YouTube page. Per Tennessee’s constitution, the attorney general is appointed by the Supreme Court and serves an eight-year term. The new attorney general will begin their term on Sept. 1. Attorney General Herbert Slatery announced in May he would not seek a second term.

Memphis law firm Nahon Saharovich & Trotz PLC is now accepting resumes for an associate attorney position. Successful candidates will have one year of legal experience and strong academic background. Experience in the personal injury field is preferred. To apply, email Greg Coen. Read more about this posting and find others like it on the TBA’s JobLink site.  

The Tennessee Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking an associate counsel to work remotely. The position will assist with the development and review of contracts and grants, and as needed, appear before legislative committees and legislative staff reviewing state contracts. Applicants should have five to seven years of experience, with at least three years focused solely on state or federal contract issues. See the full job description and application instructions on TBA’s JobLink platform. Applications are due by July 13.

Womble Bond Dickinson is seeking a junior to mid-level associate to join its growing government contracts practice. Opportunities are available in the firm’s Nashville, Washington, D.C., or northern Virginia office. The ideal candidate should have two to four years of relevant law firm or federal government experience, and have experience with protests, investigations, claims and disputes. Experience with export control issues is a plus. Get the full job description and instructions for applying on the TBA’s JobLink page.

The 26th District Public Defender’s Office in Jackson is in search of an assistant public defender. The position consists of representation of indigent defendants in the Circuit courts of Madison County. Experience is preferred but not required. Salary is dependent on experience. Compensation package includes benefits such as health, dental and vision insurance, as well as retirement plans. Candidates should email resumé and a list of three references to Sherry Koffman. Read more about this posting and see others like it on the TBA’s JobLink site.  

Columbia-based law firm Dale, Hutto & Lyle is seeking an associate attorney to handle real estate, estate planning and probate matters. The firm serves the southern Middle Tennessee region with real estate, estate planning, probate and business formation needs. The firm partners also own Maury County Title, which has provided residential and commercial closing services for almost 40 years. Up to three years of experience is preferred but candidates who are seeking licensure are welcome to apply. For consideration, submit a cover letter, resume, legal writing sample and references to bevin@muletown.law no later than Aug. 12. See the full job description on TBA’s JobLink platform.

The Nashville office Hughes & Coleman PLLC is looking to hire an associate attorney with two to three years of experience. The successful candidate will have experience evaluating, handling and managing client cases, including nursing home cases, and experience managing others. Excellent writing and research skills are required. The position will involve extensive writing, research, discovery, client contact and case management. To apply, email mortiz@hughesandcoleman.com. Find more job postings on the TBA’s JobLink site.