Criminal Defense Associate Attorney

Job Overview

Marcilliat & Mills PLLC, a fast‑paced, highly reputable criminal defense firm, seeks a mid‑level Associate Attorney (2‑5 years of experience) to join our growing team in our uptown Charlotte office.

The ideal candidate will independently maintain a busy caseload ranging from low to mid‑level felonies with minimal supervision. Additionally, the candidate will provide support to senior attorneys on high‑level state and federal felony cases, with the opportunity to grow into handling high‑level felony cases.

• Independently handle felony caseload and supervise assigned paralegal to ensure outstanding client service;
• Assist managing partners with supervision and training of entry‑level associate attorney;
• Maintain meticulous file notes in case‑management system (CLIO) and provide frequent updates to supervising attorneys;
• Represent clients in District and Superior Court sessions as directed; travel to various counties required.

• Graduate of an ABA accredited law school;
• Active license to practice law in North Carolina and a minimum of two years of experience handling criminal cases in District and Superior Court in North Carolina;
• Proficient in Office 365;
• Positive attitude with the ability to work with a team, as well as independently.

• Willingness to work on challenging and complex criminal cases in North Carolina state and federal courts, including sex crimes, domestic violence cases, drug trafficking offenses, homicides, and financial/white‑collar crimes;
• Ability to multi‑task and prioritize to meet deadlines;
• Prior experience as Assistant Public Defenders or Assistant District Attorneys is encouraged;
• First or Second Chair trial experience in criminal cases in District and/or Superior Court.

Please include resume and cover letter, detailing your experience with misdemeanor and felony cases, including detailed description of any trial experience (bench or jury trials). Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

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Job Type: Full‑time, on site in our uptown Charlotte office. This is not a remote position.

Pay: $80,000 to $100,000 annually, plus performance-based bonus.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance
• CLE's and other professional development opportunities

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Legal

Law Practice