The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is seeking a qualified person for the position of General Counsel. This position will report to the Director.
General Counsel performs administrative legal work across all areas of the AOC and communicates effectively and respectfully. He or she is well-versed and confident in his or her ability to provide sound advice that furthers the mission of the AOC. General Counsel is experienced in both civil and criminal law.
Qualifications: Must be a licensed Tennessee attorney in good standing. A minimum of 10 years of experience as a licensed practicing attorney is required, including trial litigation and/or appellate practice experience. Comprehensive knowledge of the Tennessee court system and court structure is required. Management experience is essential.
Salary Range: The salary range for this role is $191,250 to $211,500. Starting compensation will be commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, experience, and demonstrated ability to meet the responsibilities of the position
This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.
The AOC Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Submit an Application for Employment in PDF, a resume, and three professional references by email to human.resources@tncourts.gov. The Court System accepts only electronic applicant information saved in PDF format.
Thank you for taking time to submit your information for consideration. Please note that applicants will only receive communication regarding submissions if selected for an interview.