Criminal & Traffic Defense Associate — Trial-Ready Lawyer

Synectics Inc.; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Synectics Inc. in Kinston, North Carolina, seeks an Associate Attorney to develop courtroom skills in criminal and traffic defense, handling court appearances and client representation.

The role will involve negotiating with prosecutors, handling traffic citations and misdemeanors, pursuing court-appointed counsel eligibility, and advancing toward more complex felony matters as experience grows. New graduates are encouraged to apply; training and professional development are provided to build a

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to NC State Bar or eligibility.
• Interest in criminal defense, traffic defense, and courtroom advocacy.
• Strong communication, legal research, and writing skills.
• Professionalism, sound judgment, and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to manage case responsibilities, deadlines, and client communications.
• Willingness to learn, accept guidance, and take on increasingly complex matters as experience develops.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in North Carolina District and Superior Courts.
• Handle traffic citations, criminal traffic offenses, misdemeanors, and lower-level felony matters.
• Pursue and maintain eligibility for applicable court-appointed counsel lists in Lenoir, Greene, and Wayne Counties.
• Conduct client interviews and consultations.
• Review discovery, police reports, body-camera footage, witness statements, laboratory reports, and other evidence.
• Identify factual, constitutional, evidentiary, and procedural issues.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies and defenses.
• Negotiate with assistant district attorneys and other prosecutors.
• Evaluate plea offers and communicate them to clients.
• Prepare and file motions and other court documents.
• Prepare for and conduct District Court trials.
• Prepare for Superior Court proceedings as experience develops.
• Participate in jury-trial preparation and, with appropriate experience and supervision, conduct jury trials.
• Prepare witnesses for hearings and trials.
• Advocate for clients during sentencing hearings.
• Communicate regularly with clients about the status of their cases.
• Maintain accurate case notes, deadlines, court dates, and case-management records.
• Appear promptly and professionally for scheduled court proceedings.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff.

Skills

Communication

Legal Research

Legal Writing

Courtroom Advocacy

Professionalism

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Synectics Inc. in Kinston, North Carolina, seeks an Associate Attorney to develop courtroom skills in criminal and traffic defense, handling court appearances and client representation.

The role will involve negotiating with prosecutors, handling traffic citations and misdemeanors, pursuing court-appointed counsel eligibility, and advancing toward more complex felony matters as experience grows. New graduates are encouraged to apply; training and professional development are provided to build a