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Closing Date:
28th August, 2026
Description:
Position Description:
The Assistant Metropolitan Attorney 1, a non-Civil Service position, located with the Department of Law, performs federal litigation work for the Metropolitan Government and Metropolitan departments. Performs other related duties as required. Interested applicants should send resume and cover letter to: Cynthia Gross Chief of Staff Cynthia.gross@nashville.gov In the subject line please put Attorney 1 - YOUR NAME•
Typical Duties:
Prepares pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents for filing in federal court Attends hearings, trials, appellate arguments, and other federal court appearances. Prepares for and attends depositions. Studies and interprets laws, court decisions, ordinances, and other legal authorities to prepare legal advice in or relating to federal court litigation. Prepares various legal correspondences. Conducts interviews, conferences, and negotiations.
Supervision Exercised/Supervision Received:
May supervise support personnel. Receives general supervision and reports to the Metropolitan Attorney or designee, who is consulted on complex or unusual matters.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
Doctor of Jurisprudence required. Federal Litigation experience preferred. Licenses Required License to Practice Law in The State of Tennessee or Permitted to Practice Law Pursuant to Applicable Rules of The Tennessee Supreme Court. Candidates with Accreditations Earned in A Foreign Institute Are Encouraged to Apply.
