Federal & State Criminal Defense Attorney

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

 Federal Criminal Defense Attorney


Location: North Carolina (with minor travel throughout the state)
Firm: Guirguis Law, Federal Criminal Defense Team
Practice Area: Federal Criminal Defense & Post-Conviction Relief


Position Summary:
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.


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