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The Law Office of Shelby R. Black

Associate Attorney

Pay: $60,000–$120,000/yr

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Clarksville, TN (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/18/2026

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What they do

A Lawyer represents clients in legal matters or court proceedings, provides legal advice and draws up legal documents. Works on criminal or civil cases, and either specializes in one area or practices broadly across all areas of law.

$129,934 / year median in Tennessee

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

This position is for a criminal defense attorney. The candidate should be a self-starter and highly capable of self-management and direction. This position offers the opportunity to take lead in cases in both General Sessions and Circuit Court. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in litigation and a passion for advocating for clients. Compensation Competitive with the local market and based on experience Ability to increase with acceptance of greater responsibility and workload Tremendous opportunity to build a book of business by leading client interactions and managing cases. Opportunity to explore other areas of the law if desired

Duties:

Advocate for clients in all phases of criminal cases, including hearings and trials. Conduct thorough legal research and maintain up-to-date knowledge of criminal law statutes and case law Work in collaboration with paralegals and support staff to manage cases efficiently and effectively

Requirements:

Active license to practice law in the state of Tennessee Ability to self-regulate and seek guidance when needed Minimum of 1 year of litigation experience, with preference given to candidates with prior exposure to criminal law, especially circuit court matters Proven ability to manage a full caseload with attention to detail and deadlines Strong oral advocacy and legal writing abilities Commitment to the zealous defense of clients we serve

Education:

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

Certifications:

Admission to the Tennessee Bar in good standing

Skills:

Experience with Clio case management software preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication Ability to maintain professionalism under pressure Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks Collaborative mindset with a solution-focused approach

Job Location:

Clarksville, TN Interested attorneys may email amanda@shelbyblacklaw.com. The Subject line for the email should be "Associate Attorney Application."

Pay:

$60,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Work Location:

In person