Defense Litigation Attorney

Hinshaw & Culbertson•Phoenix, AZ
•Hybrid

About The Position

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP, a national law firm with a strong reputation in litigation and insurance-related matters, seeks a Senior Associate, Senior Counsel, or Service Partner-track Attorney to join its growing Defense Litigation practice. This opportunity is particularly well-suited for an accomplished litigation attorney who has developed strong legal, case management, and client service skills and is seeking a platform for long-term professional growth. Candidates who may have limited partnership advancement opportunities at their current firm, but who are interested in assuming greater responsibility and pursuing a clear path to firm leadership, are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will work directly with clients and firm leaders on sophisticated litigation matters involving commercial litigation, product liability, personal injury defense, and other complex disputes. Attorneys will have meaningful opportunities to manage cases, take and defend depositions, participate in trial preparation, supervise junior attorneys, and contribute to strategic client development initiatives. Hinshaw values lawyers who are excellent practitioners, trusted client advisors, and future leaders. The firm offers a collaborative environment where attorneys can continue building their practices while benefiting from the resources, geographic reach, and reputation of a national platform.

Requirements

  • Admission to the Arizona Bar and in good standing.
  • 6+ years of defense litigation experience, including commercial litigation, product liability, personal injury defense, or related areas.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage litigation matters and client relationships independently.
  • Experience drafting and arguing substantive motions, managing discovery, taking depositions, and preparing cases for trial.
  • Strong legal writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
  • Interest in business development and building long-term client relationships.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience supervising or mentoring junior attorneys is a plus.
  • Admission in other jurisdictions where Hinshaw maintains offices, is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Manage litigation matters and client relationships independently.
  • Draft and argue substantive motions.
  • Manage discovery.
  • Take depositions.
  • Defend depositions.
  • Prepare cases for trial.
  • Supervise junior attorneys.
  • Contribute to strategic client development initiatives.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salaries
  • Semi-annual hours-based bonuses rewarding strong billable performance
  • Annual billed-and-collected bonuses
  • Discretionary annual bonuses recognizing overall contributions and performance
  • Top-tier healthcare with multiple medical plan options
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Generous PTO
  • Holidays
  • Retirement savings and wealth management resources
  • Student loan repayment program
  • Backup care
  • Parental leave with reintegration support
  • Personal leave with reintegration support
  • Wellness resources
  • Mental health resources
  • EAP
  • Commuter benefits
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Health savings accounts
  • Employee anniversary program
  • Mentor Program
  • Hinshaw University skills development
  • Trial Workshops
  • Free monthly CLE programs
  • Peer Recognition Program
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