Job Description

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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