Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals

Memphis, Tennessee

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals is soliciting applications from persons interested in appointment as the Federal Public Defender  for the Western District of Tennessee at Memphis.

Federal Public Defenders are appointed by the U.S. Courts of Appeals pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 3006A(g)(2)(A) and regulations of the Judicial Conference of the United States.

The Federal Public Defender will provide federal criminal defense services to individuals unable to afford counsel. The Federal Public Defender provides executive leadership, management, and supervision for a staff of approximately twenty seven (27), including trial lawyers, investigators, paralegals, information technology specialists, and administrative support staff.


Job Number:  01-240723-01:  Federal Public Defender - Western District of Tennessee


Company Name:  Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals


The Court of Appeals will make the appointment in accordance with the Procedures for the Selection of Federal Public Defender Nominees adopted by the Court on November 1, 1993. The term of appointment is four years with possible renewal appointments in accordance with judiciary regulations and the Court’s Procedures for the Selection of Federal Public Defender Nominees. While serving in the position, the FPD may not engage in the private practice of law.

Applicants must be United States citizens or be eligible to work in the United States and receive compensation. The selected nominee will be required to undergo FBI and IRS background investigations prior to appointment, including fingerprinting and compliance with financial disclosure regulations.


Interested Parties/How to Apply:     

Applicants may obtain an application from the Office of the Circuit Executive or by accessing the website of The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Persons interested in applying for this position should send their application to:

Office of the Circuit Executive
503 Potter Stewart U.S. Courthouse
100 East Fifth Street
Cincinnati, Ohio 45202

Candidates whose applications are not received by August 22, 2024 will not be considered.