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Federal & State Criminal Defense Attorney

$75k - $85k

Guirguis Law PA

Federal Criminal Defense Attorney

Guirguis Law is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Federal Attorney to join our growing Federal & State Criminal Defense Team. This role focuses on handling federal criminal matters and post-conviction relief, including compassionate release motions and appellate advocacy before the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Location: North Carolina (with minor travel throughout the state)

Firm: Guirguis Law, Federal Criminal Defense Team

Practice Area: Federal Criminal Defense & Post-Conviction Relief

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with all stages of federal criminal defense, including:
    • Reviewing discovery and evidence
    • Drafting and filing pretrial motions
    • Preparing for trial and hearings
    • Advising and interviewing clients
    • Supporting lead counsel in court appearances
  • Handle compassionate release and federal appeals
  • Conduct legal research and draft high-quality briefs and memoranda
  • Maintain organized caseload and meet tight deadlines under supervision and independently

Qualifications:

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
  • Licensed to practice law in North Carolina or eligible for immediate licensure
  • Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills are essential
  • Courtroom experience preferred
  • Prior experience or internships in criminal defense, public defender's office, or prosecutor's office is a plus
  • Must be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing a heavy caseload
  • Willingness to travel occasionally within North Carolina

What We Offer:

  • Opportunity to work on high-impact federal cases
  • Supportive and experienced legal team environment
  • Growth potential within a respected federal defense firm
  • Competitive compensation and benefits

Compensation: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Nardine Guirguis founded Guirguis Law as a Christian-based law firm. With faith at our core, we prioritize providing honest, dedicated service to our clients. At Guirguis Law, we believe the best results are achieved by working as a team, and our support staff is an integral part of our team. Our combined efforts produce diverse perspectives and a broad range of innovative ideas. This allows us to represent our clients to the fullest and provide the best possible outcome.

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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