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posted 7/25/2023
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POStED 7/21/23
Now Hiring - Managing Attorney
Salary: $93,000- $124,000 per year Location: Nashville
The Managing Attorney will provide day-to-day management for roughly 40 staff including 6 direct reports in the Nashville Office. In addition, this position will lead diversity, equity and inclusion efforts at the firm. This position will also provide legal representation to eligible clients and carry a caseload in the area of employment law. As part of a holistic approach, representation may include varying areas of law as needed, administrative advocacy, and community education for clients in accordance with program guidelines, priorities, and the Code of Professional Responsibility. This person will also be a representative in the local service area, establish relationships with community leaders and assist with identifying opportunities for targeted outreach, increased effectiveness and systemic impact and pursuit of new funding sources. This position is funded in part by, and in collaboration with, one or more grants. Personnel must adhere to goals and outcomes detailed in the grant contract. This position is funded for the duration of the grant and subsequent renewal may result in modification of job duties and responsibilities.
Responsibilities include:
Provide high quality legal representation to individuals in accordance with the Rules of Professional Conduct.
Provide legal help to clients with unemployment compensation, wage claims, discrimination claims and enforcement of other employment rights; and access to job training programs.
Act as the firm liaison concerning affirmative action and equal employment opportunities.
Review and supervise the work of support staff members done on behalf of the Managing Attorney’s clients.
Maintain accurate and orderly client files, adhering to case management database policies and guidelines.
Participate in the firm’s community education program, by being available to speak with community groups and agency staff, suggesting ideas for and helping to prepare and update community education materials.
Develop and/or acquire training and development to aid diversity and retention initiatives including leading the firm's Racial Justice and Equity Team.
Comply with relevant portions of the Legal Services Corporation’s Performance Criteria and with the American Bar Association’s Standards for the Provision of Civil Legal Aid.
Qualifications:
Juris Doctor (JD) and 4 plus years of legal practice.
3 plus years of supervisor experience.
Admitted to practice in Tennessee, eligible for admission through reciprocity, or willing to take first available bar examination. Excellent research, writing, and advocacy skills including the ability to advocate in a clear, effective and logical manner both orally and in writing.
Basic proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel software.
Effective oral and written communication skills, including in client interviews and helping persons in crisis.
Prioritize work, plan and problem-solve, meet deadlines and work well under pressure.
Fluency in written and spoken Spanish is a plus.
Passion for racial justice and equity as demonstrated by past experience and/or education.
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision Insurance coverage first day of employment, Life Insurance, Healthcare Savings Account, Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible, 401k plan, Vacation/Sick/Holiday Leave.
How to Apply
Email cover letter, resume, and three references (with email addresses and phone numbers) to our Hiring Manager at hr@las.org. Subject line should read: Nashville Managing Attorney.
LASMTC is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, people with disabilities,
women, LBGTQIA+, and gender non-conforming applicants.
Who We Are
Legal Aid Society’s mission is to advance, defend, and enforce the legal rights of low-income and vulnerable people in order to secure for them the basic necessities of life. Our staff includes national authorities in the fields of domestic violence, housing, consumer law, federal income taxation, health advocacy, non-profit group representation, social security, and special education.
Learn more about us at las.org
Clarksville · Columbia · Cookeville · Gallatin · Murfreesboro · Nashville · Oak Ridge · Tullahoma
Apply as soon as possible. Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics
LEGAL AID SOCIETY
Of MIDDIE TENNESSEE AND THE CUMBERLANDS
Now Hiring - Staff Attorney
Salary: $65,000-$75,500 per year
Location: Columbia
The Staff Attorney provides legal representation to income-eligible clients in housing and family law cases in a rural
environment. As part of a holistic approach, representation may include administrative advocacy, litigation in state and
federal courts, and community education for clients in accordance with LASMTC's guidelines and priorities and the Rules of
Professional Conduct. This position Is tunded in part by, and in collaboration with, one or more grants. Personnel must
adhere to goals and outcomes detalled in the grant contract. Ihis
position is tunded for the duration of the grant anc
subsequent renewal mav result in moditication of lob duties and responsibilities.
Responsibilities include:
Provide high quality legal representation to individuals in accordance with the Rules of Professional Conduct.
Review and supervise the work of support staff members done on behalt of the attorneys clients and clients assigned to
support staff.
Work with members of the private bar and the LAS Volunteer Lawyer Program to promote private bar involvement.
Create and maintain positive working relationships with organizations in the service area and state which would benetit
the client population
Maintain accurate and orderly Client files, adhering to case management database policies and quidelines
Participate in the firm's community education program by being available to speak with community groups and agency
staff, suggesting ideas for and helping to prepare and update community education materials.
Comply with relevant portions of the Legal Services Corporation's Performance Criteria and with the American Bar
Association's Standards for the Provision of Civil Legal Ald
Participate in firm-wide practice groups
Qualifications:
Juris Doctor (JD). Minimum of two years' practice preferred.
Admitted to practice in Tennessee, eligible for admission through reciprocity, or willing to take first available bar
examination.
Excellent research, writing, and advocacy skills, including the ability to advocate in a clear, and logical manner both
orally and in writing.
Basic proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel software.
Effective oral and written communication skills, including in client interviews and helping persons in crisis.
Prioritize work, plan, problem solve, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure.
Fluency in written and spoken Spanish is a plus
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision Insurance coverage first day of employment, Life Insurance, Healthcare Savings Account, Public Service Loan
Forgiveness eligible, 401k plan, Vacation/Sick/Holiday Leave
Relocation AsSIstance Avallable
How to Apply
Email cover letter, resume, writing sample, and three references (with email addresses and phone numbers) to our Hiring Manager at
hr@las.org.
Subject line should read: Columbia Staff Attornev.
LASMIC Is an equal opportunitv emplover and stronalv encourages applications trom people of color. people with disabilities
women, LBGTQIA+, and gender non-conforming applicants
Who We Are
Legal Aid Society's mission is to advance, defend, and enforce the legal rights of low-income and vulnerable people in order to secure for
them the basic necessities of life. Our stat includes national authorities in the flelds of domestic violence. housina. consumer aw. federa
income taxation, health advocacy, non-profit group representation, social security, and special educalion
Learn more about us at las.org
Clarksville • Columbia • Cookeville • Gallatin • Murfreesboro • Nashville • Oak Ridge • Tullahoma
Apolv as soon as possible. Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands provides equal employment opportunities to all employees
and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics
LEGAL AID SOCIETY
Of MIDDIE TENNESSEE AND THE CUMBERLANDS
Now Hiring - Staff Attorney
Salary: $65,000- $75,500 per year
Location: Gallatin
The Staff Attorney will represent income-eligible clients in housing and consumer cases. After 6 months, the Staff Attorney
will be expected to add an additional practice area, in consultation with the Managing Attorney. As part or a holistic
aporoach. representation mav include administrative advocacv. Itigation in state and federal cours. and communitv
education for clients in accordance with LAS' guidelines and priorities and the Rules of Professional Conduct. This position
Is tunded in part by, and in collaboration with, one or more grants. Personnel must adhere to goals and outcomes detalled in
the grant contract. I his position is tunded for the duration of the grant and subsequent renewal may result in modification o
job duties and responsibilities.
Responsibilities include:
Provide high quality legal representation to individuals in accordance with the Rules of Professional Conduct.
Review and supervise the work of support staff members done on behalf of the attorney's clients and clients assigned to
support staff.
Work with members of the private bar and the LAS Volunteer Lawyer Program to promote private bar involvement.
Create and maintain positive working relationships with organizations in the service area and state which would benefit
the client population.
Maintain accurate and orderly client files, adhering to case management database policies and guidelines.
Participate in the firm's community education program by being available to speak with community groups and agency
staff, suggesting ideas for and helping to prepare and update community education materials.
Participate in firm-wide practice groups.
Comply with relevant portions of the Legal Services Corporation's Performance Criteria and with the American Bar
Association's Standards for the Provision of Civil Legal Aid.
Qualifications:
Juris Doctor (JD).
Admitted to practice in Tennessee, eligible for admission through reciprocity, or willing to take first available bar
examination
Excellent research, writing, and advocacy Skills including the ability to advocate in a clear, effective and logical
manner both orallv and in writing
Basic proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel software.
Effective oral and written communication skills, including in client interviews and helping persons in crisis.
Prioritize work, plan and problem-solve, meet deadlines and work well under pressure.
Fluency in written and spoken Spanish is a plus.
Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance coverage first day of employment, Life Insurance, Healthcare Savings Account, Public Service Loan
Forgiveness eligible, 401k plan, Vacation/Sick/Holiday Leave.
Relocation Assistance Available
How to Apply
Email a cover letter. resume writing sample and three references (with email addresses and hone numbers) to our Hiring Manager at
hr@las.org.
subject line should read: Gallatin Staff Attornev.
LASMIC Is an equal opportunity emplover and stronalv encourages applications from people or color, people with disabilities
women. LBGTOlA+, and gender non-contormina applicants
Who We Are
Legal Aid Society's mission is to advance, defend, and enforce the legal rights of low-income and vulnerable people in order to secure for
them the basic necessities of life. Our stat includes national authorities in the flelds of domestic violence. housina. consumer aw. federa
income taxation, health advocacy, non-profit group representation, social security, and special educalion
Learn more about us at las.org
Clarksville • Columbia • Cookeville • Gallatin • Murfreesboro • Nashville • Oak Ridge • Tullahoma
Apolv as soon as possible. Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands provides equal employment opportunities to all employees
and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics
LEGAL AID SOCIETY
Of MIDDIE TENNESSEE AND THE CUMBERLANDS
Now Hiring - Staff Attorney
Salary: $65,000-$75,500 per year
Location: Tullahoma
The staff attorney provides legal representation to income-eligible clients in civil cases in varying areas or legal practice
focusing on housing law and family law. As part of a holistic approach, representation may include administrative advocacy,
litigation in state and federal courts, and community education for clients in accordance with LASMTC's guidelines and
priorities and the Rules of Professional Conduct. This position is funded in part by, and in collaboration with, one or more
grants. Personnel must adhere to goals and outcomes detalled in the grant contract. I his position is tunded for the duratior
of the grant and subsequent renewal may result in modification of job duties and responsibilities.
Responsibilities include:
Provide high quality legal representation to individuals in accordance with the Rules of Professional Conduct.
Review and supervise the work of support staff members done on behalf of the attorney's clients and clients assigned to
support staf
Work with members of the private bar and the LAS Volunteer Lawyer Program to promote private bar involvement.
Create and maintain positive working relationships with organizations in the service area and state which would benefit
the client population.
Maintain accurate and orderly client files, adhering to case management database policies and guidelines.
Participate in the firm's community education program by being available to speak with community groups and agency
staff, suggesting ideas for and helping to prepare and update community education materials.
Comply with relevant portions of the Legal Services Corporation's Performance Criteria and with the American Bar
Association's Standards for the Provision of Civil Legal Aid
Participate In tirm-wide practice arouos
Qualifications:
Juris Doctor (JD). Minimum of two years' practice preferred.
Admitted to practice in Tennessee, eligible for admission through reciprocity, or willing to take first available bar
examination.
Excellent research, writing, and advocacy skills, including the ability to advocate in a clear, and logical manner both
orally and in writing.
Basic proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel software.
Effective oral and written communication skills, including in client interviews and helping persons in crisis.
Prioritize work, plan, problem solve, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure.
Fuencv in written and spoken Spanish Is a ous
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision Insurance coverage first day of employment, Life Insurance, Healthcare Savings Account, Public Service Loan
Forgiveness eligible
, 401k plan, Vacation/Sick/Holidav I eave
Relocation AsSIstance Avallable
How to Apply
Email cover letter, resume, writing sample, and three references (with email addresses and phone numbers) to our Hiring Manager at
nr@las.org
subject line should read: I ullahoma Staff Attornev.
LASMIC Is an equal opportunitv emplover and stronalv encourages applications trom people of color. people with disabilities
women, LBGTQIA+, and gender non-conforming applicants
Who We Are
Legal Aid Society's mission is to advance, defend, and enforce the legal rights of low-income and vulnerable people in order to secure for
them the basic necessities of life. Our stat includes national authorities in the flelds of domestic violence. housina. consumer aw. federa
income taxation, health advocacy, non-profit group representation, social security, ana special education
Learn more about us at las.org
Clarksville • Columbia • Cookeville • Gallatin • Murfreesboro • Nashville • Oak Ridge • Tullahoma
Apolv as soon as possible. Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands provides equal employment opportunities to all employees
and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics
POSTED 7/11/23
Tom Bible Law Firm is a fast paced and large volume Consumer Bankruptcy Law Firm in Chattanooga, TN. We are in search of an attorney to add to our team to help the people of Chattanooga with their financial pressures and debt problems. A potential candidate will have at least one (1) year of general civil litigation experience. Familiarity with business law and bankruptcy law is preferred. Our attorney team will require superior communication skills and the applicant must enjoy working directly with clients. Pay is commensurate with experience.
Please submit resumes to: maddie@tombiblelaw.com or tom@tombiblelaw.com
POSTED 3/24/23
CHAMBLISS BAHNER & STOPHEL
To meet the diverse needs of our clients and provide the highest level of service, Chambliss attracts and retains top-notch lawyers, including those who already have an established practice. We search for attorneys who can enhance or grow our service offering and relate well to our mission and guiding values. If you are a motivated professional thinking about taking the next step with your practice, please send us your resume and cover letter.
A Smooth Transition
We recognize transitioning from one firm to another has its challenges. We are proactive in providing onboarding support and have a network of resources to ensure you experience a smooth transition. We are fiercely loyal to our people, including new hires — it’s the Chambliss Way.
Chambliss attracts a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We acknowledge, embrace, and encourage our differences because we realize that our lives are enriched by that which makes us different. It is our policy, from recruitment through employment and promotion, to provide equal opportunity at all times without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, disability, or status as a veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We are committed to hiring attorneys and staff with diverse backgrounds and life experiences and strive to maintain a working environment free of all forms of discrimination or harassment at every level of employment.
Mutually Beneficial
It’s important to us that our employer-employee relationship is mutually beneficial. Not only do we want to hire and retain top talent, but we also want to provide a top-quality workplace. We strive to offer an excellent work environment and impressive benefits. We provide full-time employees with a competitive salary, health and retirement benefits, including 401(k) with firm match, the opportunity for professional development, and subsidized gym membership opportunities. We also offer flexible working arrangements including part-time positions, compressed work weeks, job sharing, telecommuting, and a supportive environment for working mothers and single parents. Other benefits you can expect:
8 paid holidays
Paid personal leave
Monthly birthday/anniversary employee celebrations
Health and wellness learning opportunities
Onsite massages through payroll deduction
Annual firm family day
Cornhole and pingpong tournaments
Charitable/volunteer opportunities
Other holiday parties and events
Subsidized gym memberships
Roles and Responsibilities
Provide employment law advice on matters arising under state and federal law, and preparation or review of employment-related documents.
Support clients in Human Resources, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Recruiting, Talent, HR Compliance, and a broad range of employment concerns.
Execute all phases of litigation including discovery, motion practice, and trial.
Monitor legislation, regulations, case law, and government enforcement relating to the above substantive legal areas and provide proactive, strategic advice to clients.
Coordinate with other team members, including attorneys, paralegals, and staff members.
Effectively organize and monitor client files.
Skills and Competencies
Minimum 5+ years of job experience as an attorney working in employment law.
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong verbal and written communication to effectively advocate for and work with various types of clients is vital.
Willing to pitch in, collaborate, and support the growing department in a fast-paced environment.
Able to problem solve, resolve, and close open issues and assist staff and colleagues with resolving issues that arise.
Skilled at meeting strict deadlines under significant time pressure.
Ability to manage time and resources effectively and independently, and balance conflicting priorities.
Open Positions
Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel is a well-respected, nationally recognized law firm. When asked “why work at Chambliss,” we often hear “the people.” Focused on client service, innovation, and professionalism, we actively seek highly qualified attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and support personnel. For over a century, we have been committed to being one of the best law firms to work for in the Southeast. We are known for our fierce loyalty to clients, the community, and our employees. Since 1886, the Chambliss Way (our culture and approach to client service) has proven to be what sets us apart from the rest.
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605 Chestnut Street, Suite 1700
Chattanooga, TN 37450
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