Applications are now being accepted for 3rd Judicial District Circuit Court Judge, made vacant by the retirement of Judge Thomas J. Wright. The 3rd Judicial District encompasses Greene, Hamblen, Hancock, and Hawkins counties. Attorneys at least 30 years of age who have been residents of the state for five years and are currently residents of the 3rd Judicial District may apply by submitting a Trial Court Vacancy Commission Application to the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) by noon CDT on July 27. The commission will hold a hearing for the vacancy on Aug. 31 at 9 a.m. EDT. Read all application instructions on the AOC’s website.  

The Tennessee Department of Finance & Administration is seeking to hire data privacy counsel to join its Office of Evidence and Impact. The position works with multiple divisions of F&A and other departments and state agencies to further the use of data in decision-making, while maintaining compliance with all privacy laws and regulations. To apply for the job, email cover letter and resume to Christin Lotz or apply via the state’s website. Read more about the job posting on Linkedin.  

The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation’s Office of General Counsel is looking to add a senior environmental counsel to its growing team of 18 attorneys. TDEC attorneys are currently working remotely and anticipate continued flexibility moving forward. The position is expected to be based in Knoxville, but may also be based in Nashville with travel to Knoxville. The attorney will help lay the foundation of Tennessee’s new surface coal mining and reclamation program. Experience applying the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act (SMCRA), including experience handling financial assurance and bankruptcy issues, is preferred. Preferred candidates will have a minimum of five years of experience in the practice of law. To apply for this position please email your resume and cover letter to TDEC.Careers@tn.gov. 

Applications are now being accepted for 24th Judicial District Circuit Court judge, covering Benton, Carroll, Decatur, Hardin and Henry counties. The vacancy was created by the retirement of Judge C. Creed McGinley. Those interested should complete the Trial Court Vacancy Commission application and submit to the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) by noon CDT on June 29. Applicants must be at least 30 years of age, residents of the state for at least five years and current residents of the 24th Judicial District. The commission will hold a public hearing to consider applicants on Aug. 3 at 9 a.m. CDT in a 24th Judicial District location that will be announced later.       

Applications are being accepted for Circuit Court Judge in the 25th Judicial District, which includes Fayette, Hardeman, Lauderdale, McNairy, and Tipton counties. The opening was created by the retirement of Judge Joe H. Walker III. Licensed attorneys who are 30 years of age, have been residents of the state for five years and are currently residents of the 25th Judicial District are welcome to apply. Submit the Trial Court Vacancy Commission application to the Administrative Office of the Courts by noon CDT on June 22. The commission will consider applicants at a hearing on July 22 at 9 a.m. CDT. The location will be announced at a later date. The AOC’s website has more on the application process.

Applicants are now being accepted to fill the chancery court seat in the 26th Judicial District, a vacancy that was created by the retirement of Judge James F. Butler. The 26th Judicial District includes Chester, Henderson and Madison counties. Applicants must be at least 30 years old, residents of the state for five years and current residents of the 26th Judicial District. Those interested should submit the Trial Court Vacancy Commission Application and send it to the Administrative Office of the Courts by noon CDT on June 17. The commission will consider all applicants at a hearing on July 21 at 9 a.m. CDT. The AOC’s website has more on the vacancy.  

The office of Gov. Bill Lee is now accepting applications for a public defender in the 29th Judicial District. This vacancy was created by the retirement of James E. Lanier. The position will be filled by the governor until the next biennial election in August 2022. Applicants must have been a state resident for at least five years and a resident of the district for at least one year. The 29th Judicial District covers Dyer and Lake counties. Resumes and cover letters can be mailed to Deputy Chief Counsel to the Governor Lang Wiseman, State Capitol, First Floor, 600 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Nashville, TN 37243 or emailed to Rebecca Kaunisto. All applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. CDT on June 11. Read more about the position.

The Davidson County General Sessions Night Court has announced a vacancy for a “fill-in” judicial commissioner that will be called on to work a full or half shift when needed. This position pays by the hour. Successful candidates will be at least 30 years old, have been licensed for at least five years, a resident of the state for at least five years and a current resident of Davidson County. Those interested in applying should send a resume to General Sessions Court Administrator Kyle Sowell by email or by mail at 408 Second Ave. N., Suite 1140, Nashville, TN 37219. The deadline to apply is June 4. Read more about the job opening.

The Trial Court Vacancy Commission is accepting applications for a circuit court judge in the 7th Judicial District, which covers Anderson County. The vacancy will be created by the July 2 retirement of Judge Donald R. Elledge. Applicants must be licensed attorneys who are at least 30 years of age, have been residents of the state for five years and are residents of the district. Interested individuals must submit an application and waiver by noon on June 8. Complete instructions are posted online. The commission will hold a hearing on July 16 at 9 a.m. EDT to review applicants.

The Nashville office of Rainey, Kizer, Reviere & Bell PLC is looking to hire a full time associate attorney. The position requires strong academic credentials and 2-5 years of demonstrated experience in tort and insurance litigation. Salary is commensurate with experience and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Applications may be submitted to resume@raineykizer.com and should include a cover letter, resume, class rank, specific location of desired placement and three professional references. Application materials may also be mailed to Rainey, Kizer, Reviere & Bell, ATTN: Jennifer Howell, 209 East Main Street, Jackson, TN 38301.