Chambliss, Bahner and Stophel and Chattanooga State Community College are working together to establish Tennessee’s first college-sponsored registered apprenticeship program in the legal field.
The two-track apprenticeship program for litigation and transaction paralegals will include full-time employment, benefits, tuition assistance and on-the-job training to prepare participants for a career with Chambliss.
Qualified candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree. Through the cooperative with Chattanooga State, Chambliss will provide coursework and an accommodating schedule for completing on-the-job training.
Registered apprenticeships provide portable, nationally recognized credentials within their industry.
The programs operate under the supervision of both the Tennessee and U.S. departments of labor. Graduates receive a DOL certification recognized in all 50 states.
Chattanooga State serves as the program sponsor, handling all paperwork and reporting to the DOL.
Chambliss joins CHI Memorial, Gestamp Chattanooga, Komatsu, Mueller, WestRock, Valmont Industries, Sphere One and Chattanooga Bakery in becoming a registered apprenticeship partner with Chattanooga State.
Registration is open until Dec. 9. Interested candidates can forward their resumes to Chambliss Law human resources director Penny Murray.
Sources: Chattanooga State; Chambliss