The Trial Court Vacancy Commission is accepting applications for a criminal court judge in the 11th Judicial District, which covers Hamilton County. The vacancy was created by the appointment of Judge Tom Greenholtz to the Court of Criminal Appeals, Eastern Section. Applicants must be licensed attorneys, at least 30 years of age, residents of the state for five years and residents of the judicial district. The deadline to apply for consideration is July 12. Complete application instructions are on the Administrative Office of the Courts website. The commission will hold a public hearing on Aug. 5 at 9 a.m. EDT to interview candidates.

The Trial Court Vacancy Commission is now accepting applications for a vacancy on the 6th Judicial District Criminal Court, which covers Knox County. The vacancy was created after the appointment of Judge Kyle A. Hixson to the Court of Criminal Appeals – Eastern Section. Attorneys 30 years of age or older, who have been residents of the state for five years and are currently residents of the 6th Judicial District, can submit the Trial Court Vacancy Commission Application by noon CDT on July 7. Candidates will be publicly interviewed on Aug. 2. Read the vacancy notice.

The City of Franklin is seeking a city judge to render legal decisions and administer the city’s municipal court. The city judge will be able to continue to practice law and pursue other business interests to the extent permitted under the Code of Judicial Conduct. The judge will try all persons charged with violation of the ordinances of the city and shall have the power to levy fines, penalties, and forfeitures not exceeding $50, to administer oaths and to punish for contempt by fine and/or imprisonment in cases provided for in Title 29, Chapter 9 of the Tennessee Code Annotated. This is a four-year appointment that will be confirmed by ordinance of the Board of Mayor and Aldermen. Court experience and a minimum of 10 year’s experience practicing law is preferred. The TBA’s JobLink page has details on how to apply. Check out the full list of job openings from JobLink.  

The Middle Tennessee law firm of Hammond Zettersten & Associates is seeking an associate attorney to practice mainly in family law. Candidates should be licensed in Tennessee or be registered to take the Bar Exam in July. They also should be proficient with general computer use and Microsoft Office and have experience with legal writing. The firm has offices in Brentwood and Murfreesboro and practices in many counties in the surrounding areas. See the full job post on TBA’s JobLink. To apply, email a cover letter and resume to Christina Zettersten. Call 615-896-5720 with questions.

Gullett Sanford Robinson & Martin PLLC is seeking to hire two attorneys to join its Wills, Trusts & Estates practice in Nashville. The estate planning attorney will preferably have an LLM and seven years of relevant experience. The attorney will immediately assist with significant trusts and estate/tax work. The role includes the potential of serving in a leadership role. The probate and estate administration attorney should preferably have more than five years of relevant experience and the ability to work with families of all backgrounds and wealth levels. To apply for either job, email Suzanne Hartness. Find these positions and more from the TBA’s JobLink page.  

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Tennessee is seeking an assistant U.S. attorney (AUSA) in the criminal division. The successful applicant will be responsible for the investigation and prosecution of criminal cases involving violent crime, firearms, narcotics or fraud and white collar crime. Candidates should have two years of work experience as an attorney and will undergo an FBI background investigation. Those interested should email a resume and cover letter to U.S. Attorney Mark H. Wildasin. Get complete application instructions for this position or see other opportunities on TBA’s JobLink.

The Office of the Post-Conviction Defender in Nashville is seeking an investigator to work with attorneys and paralegals to develop both guilt/innocence and sentencing claims on behalf of clients. Primary duties will include developing and maintaining a relationship with clients and their support system; record review; creation and/or maintenance of core case documents such as witness lists and timelines; identifying, locating and interviewing witnesses; and drafting a range of documents and reports. The investigator will also subpoena witnesses for evidentiary hearings and assist with managing the witnesses at the hearing. Application deadline is June 17. Learn more about this and other opportunities on TBA’s JobLink.

The Law Firm of David Bates is seeking an associate attorney to join its office in Franklin. The firm is general practice, with a focus on litigation defense of businesses throughout Middle Tennessee. One year or more of experience is preferred. To apply, send resume, writing sample and law school transcript to David Bates. Find this posting and others on the TBA's JobLink site. 

Disability Rights Tennessee is seeking an attorney for its Children & Youth Program. The position will review requests and determine eligibility for services, provide legal oversight for the program, represent individuals with disabilities in legal matters, draft white papers, and assist in the development of content for social media and print publications. Candidates should have knowledge of the juvenile justice and/or educational system and awareness of the disability community. Five years or more of related experience as well as experience in systemic litigation and/or civil rights cases — especially in the areas of juvenile justice, mental health treatment facilities and/or special education — is preferred. See the full job posting and other openings on TBA’s Job Link.

Memphis law firm Nahon Saharovich & Trotz PLC is seeking an associate attorney to represent clients in social security disability matters. The candidate will help screen potential clients, prepare clients for administrative hearings, advocate for clients at administrative hearings and handle appeals. Some training will be provided, but prior experience is preferred. To apply, send resume, cover letter and references to Greg Coen. Find this position and others like it on the TBA’s JobLink page.