Why We Hire Differently and What Sets Us Apart
Aviation law is a specialized discipline. The regulations are technical, the stakes are high, and the details matter — from airworthiness directives to accident investigations to complex aircraft transactions.
At Aero Legal Advocates, our attorneys are also pilots. That dual expertise is not a bonus — it is the foundation of how we serve clients. We are looking for candidates who share that commitment: people who understand the cockpit as well as the courtroom.
We offer a focused, collegial environment in Brentwood, Tennessee, where your aviation background is an asset from day one.
Summer Clerkship Program
A substantive, hands-on summer opportunity for law students with current pilot certification who are interested in aviation law. This is an in-person position at our Brentwood, Tennessee office. Full and half summer clerkships are available.
What You Will Do
This Clerkship is a hands-on, substantive experience. Clerks work directly with our attorneys on active matters across the full scope of our aviation law practice. Tasks may include:
- Research and draft memoranda on FAA regulations, tax laws, and aviation related case law.
- Assist with aircraft purchase transactions including drafting transactional documents.
- Support regulatory compliance reviews and accident investigation matters.
- Attend client consultations litigation related proceedings with senior attorneys.
What We Are Looking For
- Current enrollment at an ABA-accredited law school, with 1L or 2L students preferred.
- Valid FAA pilot certificate and 100 hours total flight time.
- Strong legal research and writing skills.
- Genuine interest in aviation law as a career path.
- Ability to work in person in Brentwood, Tennessee for the duration of the program.
Interested? Send your résumé and a brief note to our team.
Apply by Email
Associate Aviation Attorney
Full-time, in-person position in Brentwood, Tennessee for a pilot-attorney candidate with early-career legal experience and a strong aviation background.
Responsibilities
Aero Legal Advocates is seeking an Associate Aviation Attorney with zero to three years of legal experience. The practice includes aircraft purchase and sale transactions, aviation-related tax matters, defense of airmen in FAA actions, and aviation-related litigation.
This is an in-person role based in Brentwood, Tennessee with meaningful client responsibility from the start.
Qualifications
- Licensed pilot with at least 200 hours of logged pilot in command time.
- Instrument and higher ratings preferred.
- Student pilot and nonpilot applicants will not be considered.
- Tennessee Bar admission or reciprocity preferred; current bar exam candidates will be considered.
- Law License required.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Interested? Send your résumé and a brief note to our team.
Apply by Email