Federal & State Criminal Defense Attorney

Federal Criminal Defense AttorneyGuirguis 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 TeamPractice Area: Federal Criminal Defense & Post-Conviction ReliefKey Responsibilities:Assist with all stages of federal criminal defense, including:Reviewing discovery and evidenceDrafting and filing pretrial motionsPreparing for trial and hearingsAdvising and interviewing clientsSupporting lead counsel in court appearancesHandle compassionate release and federal appealsConduct legal research and draft high-quality briefs and memorandaMaintain organized caseload and meet tight deadlines under supervision and independentlyQualifications:Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law schoolLicensed to practice law in North Carolina or eligible for immediate licensureStrong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills are essentialCourtroom experience preferredPrior experience or internships in criminal defense, public defender's office, or prosecutor's office is a plusMust be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing a heavy caseloadWillingness to travel occasionally within North CarolinaWhat We Offer:Opportunity to work on high-impact federal casesSupportive and experienced legal team environmentGrowth potential within a respected federal defense firmCompetitive compensation and benefitsCompensation: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per yearNardine 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.