Recent Supreme Court Order

By Order filed September 8, 2026, the Tennessee Supreme Court officially removed Mr. Dunn from his position on the Board of Professional Responsibility.

Blount County and East Tennessee circles have closely tracked the ongoing developments surrounding Jimmy Dunn. In addition to his long-standing tenure as the elected District Attorney General for Tennessee’s 4th Judicial District, Dunn has maintained an active presence within state legal administration, including his service tied to the Tennessee Supreme Court’s regulatory bodies.

Board Membership and Responsibilities

Dunn previously served as a member of the Board of Professional Responsibility (BPR). Appointed directly by the Tennessee Supreme Court, the BPR functions as the primary regulatory body tasked with supervising the legal profession, investigating attorney misconduct, and enforcing professional ethics rules across the state.

Committee Service and Specialized Functions

Beyond his general board duties, Dunn contributed to specialized administrative and oversight functions within the organization, including:

• The BPR Ethics Committee: Serving on this committee, Dunn participated in the formal review, evaluation, and adoption processes for legal ethics opinions issued across Tennessee.