Apperson Crump PLC, the oldest continuously operating law firm in Memphis, is seeking an associate attorney with two to five years experience in general litigation. Medical malpractice experience is a plus. The successful candidate will have excellent people skills and a proven ability to work in a deadline-driven environment. The firms says it offers a professionally challenging workplace, competitive compensation package and pleasant working environment. Please send resume, references and salary requirements to tbutler@appersoncrump.com.

Legal Aid of East Tennessee is seeking a full-time staff attorney to work in each of its offices in Chattanooga, Johnson City and Knoxville. The position in Chattanooga will focus on general litigation, with a special emphasis on housing. Candidates for the Johnson City office must have three to five years of experience in general litigation. A focus on family law and debtor/creditor law is preferred. Candidates for the Knoxville position, which will focus on housing and consumer law, must have a minimum of three years of experience. Applicants interested in any of these positions should submit a letter of interest, resume, writing sample, and three references to Human Resources Specialist Crystal Lugo by email or by mail to Legal Aid of East Tennessee, 535 Chestnut Street, Suite 360 Chattanooga, TN 37405. Read more about the positions in a post from the Washington County Bar Association.

The U.S. Small Business Administration is looking to recruit temporary positions to help respond to small business owners in need of COVID-19 disaster assistance relief. The jobs are full-time and will run two to six months in duration, with many of them available to be done virtually. The available positions are attorney advisor , paralegal specialist and legal assistant.  

The Tennessee District Attorneys General Conference is seeking applicants for the position of executive director, which is being made available due to the retirement of Jerry Estes. The new executive director will be selected by Tennessee’s 31 elected District Attorneys General for a term of four years, beginning July 1. Resumes and references will be accepted until May 15 and should be emailed to Carolyn Greer. Read more about the position on the TNDAGC website.

The U.S. Trustee Program is seeking to hire an Assistant U.S. Trustee to lead and manage its field office in Nashville. The office litigates cases filed in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Tennessee. The U.S. Trustee Program was established by Congress more than 30 years ago to act as the “watchdog” of the bankruptcy system. The deadline for applying for the position has been extended to March 30. Those who previously applied do not have to resubmit their applications. Read more about the duties of the job, qualifications being sought and instructions for applying.

Disability Rights Tennessee has made revisions to its job opening for legal director and extended the deadline to apply. The legal director leads a team of attorneys dedicated to protecting the rights of persons with disabilities. Applicants should have an active Tennessee law license and a minimum of five years of experience handling litigation, including multiparty and class litigation, preferably related to disability or other civil right. To apply, send cover letter and resume to Lisa Primm by Feb. 21.

The Arts & Business Council of Greater Nashville is now accepting applications for a part-time Director of Legal Services position that would oversee the Volunteer Lawyers & Professionals for the Arts (VLPA) program. VLPA provides critical and necessary pro bono legal and business services to artists of all disciplines, as well as creative entrepreneurs and emerging nonprofit arts organizations in Tennessee. Applicants should be licensed to practice in the state and possess two years of non-profit experience. Those interested should send a cover letter and resume to Jill McMilan Palm with “Director of Legal Services” in the subject line. The deadline to apply is Feb. 21.

The Tennessee Justice Center is seeking a full-time staff attorney to develop and execute legal and policy solutions and to advocate for access to quality and affordable health care, nutrition and access to justice. The position, which will be based in the organization’s Nashville office, also will be responsible for providing direct legal services. Apply by Feb. 7 by sending a cover letter, resume, writing sample, bar number and three references to crossini@tnjustice.org. Please include “staff attorney” in the subject line of the email. Read the full job description and qualifications here.

West Tennessee Legal Services is seeking a staff/managing attorney to work in its Selmer office. The position will provide civil legal help to low-income families in McNairy and Hardeman counties. The position is funded by, and in collaboration with, the Cycles of Success grant from the Tennessee Department of Human Services. Download the full job description. To apply, email resume and writing sample to Emma Covington.

The Trial Court Vacancy Commission is accepting applications for a circuit court judge in the 16th Judicial District, which covers Rutherford and Cannon Counties. The vacancy will be created with the retirement of Judge Royce Taylor on March 3, 2020. Applications should be submitted by noon CST on Jan. 7. The commission will hold a public hearing on Jan. 29 at 9 a.m. CST at the Historic Rutherford County Courthouse in Murfreesboro to consider the applicants. A vote to forward three names to the governor is expected to occur immediately following the hearing. Learn more online or download the notice.