Law firm Peppel & Palazzolo P.C. is seeking an attorney, or possibly two, to join its office located in east Memphis. Those with an established practice or who want to start a private practice in any legal discipline are encouraged to apply. The TBA’s JobLink site has more on the opening and information on how to apply.

Legal Aid of East Tennessee (LAET) is seeking a full-time staff attorney available to work out of the Johnson City and Chattanooga offices. Candidates must be admitted to the Tennessee Bar or able to waive into Tennessee. Salary dependent upon experience. Continuation of this position is contingent on grant funding. Position is anticipated to begin immediately. Learn more about the opening and get details on how to apply on TBA’s JobLink platform.

The 31st Judicial District Public Defender’s Office is hiring an assistant public defender. Applicants must be hard working attorneys licensed to practice in Tennessee ready to join a team representing appointed clients in juvenile, general sessions and circuit courts in Warren and Van Buren counties. This position is funded by the state and the assistant public defender will receive all state employee benefits. Pay varies based upon experience. For information on how to apply, visit TBA's JobLink posting.

Federal Defender Services of Eastern Tennessee Inc. is seeking an assistant federal defender in its Chattanooga office. Responsibilities include preparing pleadings, motions and briefs; reviewing discovery documents; interviewing witnesses; developing litigation strategies; meeting with clients; working with experts; assisting CJA panel attorneys; and appearing on behalf of clients in court. Get the full job description and instructions for applying on TBA’s JobLink platform.

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit is now accepting applications for a deputy director of workplace relations. The position will develop and implement circuit-wide policies, training and outreach related to workplace relations. Four years of specialized experience in employment law, employee relations, employment dispute resolution, mediation or a similar field is required. See the job posting on the TBA’s JobLink site for instructions on how to apply or browse all job openings.

The District Attorney General for the Sixth Judicial District in Knox County is seeking an attorney with at least three years of courtroom experience in criminal law to prosecute criminal cases. Applicants must have a law degree from an ABA accredited law school and possess an active license to practice law in Tennessee or meet the requirements for comity admission pursuant to Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 7, article V or possess the requisite credentials to reasonably and promptly “waive in” to Tennessee licensure. Find out more on the TBA’s Joblink or apply now.

The Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands is accepting applications for a reentry attorney and a family law attorney. The reentry attorney represents income-eligible clients in civil cases that address barriers to reentry created by interaction with the criminal justice system. The family law attorney will represent survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and/or human trafficking with a focus on divorce and orders of protection in Davidson and Williamson counties. Find these and other job postings on the TBA’s JobLink page.

The Office of the Attorney General and Reporter is hiring for three positions in Nashville. The first, an assistant attorney general for the Environmental Division, would provide legal advice to the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency. At least two years of experience as a practicing attorney is preferred, but a candidate with less experience and a demonstrated interest in environmental law may be considered. The second position is for an assistant attorney general to provide advice to state departments and represent the state in federal litigation where deprivations of civil rights are alleged. Experience in trial or appellate litigation is preferred. The final position is for an employee relations director to identify best practices to prevent workplace misconduct and incidents that violate anti-harassment policies. A minimum of five years of legal practice with a focus on employment law, human resources or employee relations is required.

EMF Broadcasting, home to K-LOVE/Air1/WTA, is seeking two in-house counsels. The first opening is for a transactional and regulatory counsel, who would be responsible for providing legal advice on software and technology licensing, intellectual property development, mergers and acquisitions, distribution transactions, privacy, data security and e-commerce. This position requires at least five years of experience. The second opening is for an employment and compliance counsel, who would be responsible for providing advice on employment law issues including hiring, discipline, terminations, pay and benefits, and human resources policies and procedures. This position requires at least seven years of experience.

West Tennessee Legal Services is now accepting applications for two attorney positions in its Victim Rights Project. The Safe Hope Center/Victims Rights Attorney will be based primarily at the Safe Hope Center in Jackson and will collaborate with the Jackson Police Department’s Domestic Violence Unit, District Attorney’s domestic violence prosecutor and the Women’s/Men’s Rape Assistance Program. The Victim Rights Attorney will be based in Jackson and requires travel to WTLS’ 17-county service area. The attorney will provide civil legal assistance to domestic violence and crime victims. Browse all available job openings on the TBA’s JobLink site.