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About the company
Synectics Inc.
Legal Services
Associate Attorney - Criminal & Traffic Defense
Location: Kinston, North Carolina
Employment Type: Full-Time
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Traffic Defense, and Court-Appointed Representation
Counties Served: Lenoir, Greene, Wayne, and surrounding Eastern North Carolina counties
About The OpportunityOur client is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its growing practice in Kinston, North Carolina. This position is designed for an attorney who wants to develop strong courtroom skills and build a career in criminal defense.
The role offers hands-on experience with court appearances, direct client representation, negotiations with prosecutors, and increasingly complex criminal cases. New law school graduates are encouraged to apply. Our client is willing to train an attorney who demonstrates professionalism, a strong work ethic, sound judgment, and a genuine interest in becoming an effective trial lawyer.
Position Overview
The Associate Attorney will primarily handle criminal and traffic matters in Lenoir, Greene, and Wayne Counties. The attorney will be expected to pursue eligibility for and participate on applicable court-appointed counsel lists in those counties.
The caseload is expected to include both court-appointed and privately retained matters. The attorney will initially focus on traffic offenses, misdemeanors, and lower-level felony cases, with opportunities to take on more serious and complex felony matters as experience and proficiency develop.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications
New graduates are encouraged to apply. Prior criminal defense experience is not required; training and professional development are part of the opportunity.
Career Development
This position offers an opportunity to build practical courtroom experience, develop a criminal-defense caseload, and progress toward handling more complex cases and trial work over time.