Term Paralegal (Chapter 154/Opt-In Special Litigation) - Capital Habeas Unit

Court Name/Organization Tennessee Middle Federal Public Defender Overview of the Position The successful candidate will serve as Opt-In Lead Paralegal, providing critical case management and litigation support across a dedicated docket affected by Chapter 154. Responsibilities will include statutory deadline tracking, discovery organization, and support for district court and appellate filings. This position will involve managing large volumes of historical state post-conviction records, organizing complex electronic databases, tracking expedited filing deadlines under 28 U.S.C. § 2263, and assisting attorneys and investigators with time-sensitive litigation. Location Nashville, TN Opening and Closing Dates 08/31/2026 - Open Until Filled Appointment Type Temporary Classification Level/Grade JSP 9-12 Salary $60,000 - $105,000 Link to Court Careers Information https://tnm.fd.org/employment Announcement Number 2026-09 Link to Job Announcement