Assistant Attorney

The U.S Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Tennessee is seeking experienced, motivated, and prosecution-minded attorneys to join our Criminal Division. This is a continuous announcement used to fill immediate vacancies with multiple cut-off dates. First cut off is Friday December 29, 2025 and as needed until position(s) or need is filled. More information about the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Tennessee can be found at: http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 3 year post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.

United States citizenship is required.

Hiring for Assistant U.S. Attorney positions is highly competitive. The USAO seeks a diverse complement of lawyers with a wide range of exceptional skills and experience, unified by keen intelligence and sincere commitment to public interest. Superior academic credentials, excellent research and writing skills, a demonstrated commitment to professionalism, ethics, civility, and public service. Successful candidates must be computer proficient, capable of doing their own legal research and writing, and self-sufficient in preparing day to day correspondence and pleadings.

Relevant favorable experience includes investigating and prosecuting criminal offenses.

You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.