Attorney

Ambler Law Offices, LLC; Carlisle (Cumberland County); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Ambler Law Offices, LLC is a fast-growing, multi-office law firm seeking a full-time Associate Attorney for our Carlisle, PA office. The role emphasizes criminal defense with opportunity to develop firearms law practice; PA license or near-licensure is required, with potential for licensure by October 2026.

The ideal candidate will have strong advocacy and writing skills, and family law experience is valued. Hybrid work arrangements are available, with potential travel across several counties.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in Pennsylvania or pending PA Bar (July 2026 exam) licensure expected October 2026.
• Experience in criminal defense.
• Interest in firearms law helpful.
• Family law experience beneficial.
• Strong advocacy and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in criminal defense matters.
• Learn firearms and gun rights restoration law.
• Assist in family law matters where applicable.
• Prepare filings, motions, and client communications.
• Travel between Cumberland, Adams, Franklin, Dauphin, York, Lancaster and Adams counties as needed.

Skills

Criminal defense

Oral advocacy

Legal writing

Family law

Job description

Name of Employer: Ambler Law Offices, LLC

Employer Website: www.amblerlawoffices.com

Job Title: Associate attorney

Job Description:

Associate Attorney – Carlisle, PA (Criminal Defense, Family Law & Firearms Law)

Ambler Law Offices, LLC is a fast-growing, multi-office law firm serving clients across Virginia, North Carolina, Maryland and Pennsylvania. We are currently seeking a full-time Associate Attorney to join our Carlisle, PA office.

About the Role:

We are looking for a motivated Criminal Defense Attorney with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn the specialized area of firearms and gun rights restoration law. Candidates must be licensed to practice in Pennsylvania or have sat for the July 2026 PA Bar exam (licensure expected October 2026) .

While the position is focused on criminal defense, family law experience is highly beneficial and will be valued in the hiring process.

Compensation:

• Compensation range: $75,000 – $175,000 depending on experience (salary plus commission, with a base salary of at least $50,000).
• Opportunities for advancement within a rapidly expanding practice

About Ambler Law Offices:

Ambler Law is dedicated to defending the rights of individuals in the areas of criminal defense, family law, and firearms law. With a growing footprint in multiple states our team emphasizes a client-focused approach, strong courtroom advocacy, unmatched communication, and a collaborative work environment.We offer a flexible work environment, with options to work from home much of the time.

Ideal Candidate Qualities:

• Experience with criminal defense work
• Interest in or willingness to learn firearms law
• Family law background or experience is helpful
• Strong advocacy, communication, and writing skills
• Highly responsive/strong work ethic
• Desire to grow with a dynamic and expanding law firm
• Willingness to regularly travel between: Cumberland, Adam, Franklin, Dauphin, York, Lancaster, and Adams county.

Duration (full-time or part-time): full time

Job address: 115 S Hanover St, Suite 100, Carlisle PA 17003

In-person/Remote/Hybrid: Hybrid

Practice Area: Criminal defense/Firearm Rights/Family law

Preferred Years of Experience: Pennsylvania licensed

Application Deadline: NA

Anticipated Job Start Date: As soon as possible

Primary Job Contact (name, title, address, email, phone): Sylvia White, office manager: [e-mail]