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.

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