Senior Associate, Senior Counsel, or Service Partner-track Attorney

Hinshaw & Culbertson

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

Location: Phoenix. AZ Hybrid | Remote

What You'll Do

• 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.

• Position 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.

• Experience supervising or mentoring junior attorneys is a plus.

• Admission in other jurisdictions where Hinshaw maintains offices, is a plus.

What We Offer

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

Competitive Compensation & Multiple Paths to Earn More

Hinshaw’s compensation structure is designed to reward performance and provide multiple opportunities to increase your total compensation. In addition to competitive base salaries, attorneys can benefit from:

• Semi-annual hours-based bonuses rewarding strong billable performance
• Annual billed-and-collected bonuses providing an additional opportunity to directly benefit from your business and billing results
• Discretionary annual bonuses recognizing overall contributions and performance

With multiple bonus opportunities throughout the year, Hinshaw provides several avenues to achieve—and potentially exceed your compensation goals.

Exceptional Benefits, Growth & Career Support

Hinshaw offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, career growth, and life beyond the workplace. Employees enjoy top-tier healthcare with multiple medical plan options to fit individual and family needs, along with dental and vision coverage.

Additional benefits include generous PTO and holidays, retirement savings and wealth management resources, a student loan repayment program, backup care, parental and personal leave with reintegration support, wellness and mental health resources, EAP, commuter benefits, and flexible spending and health savings accounts. Hinshaw also recognizes and rewards long-term commitment through its employee anniversary program.

Your growth matters at Hinshaw. Through a dedicated Mentor Program, Hinshaw University skills development, Trial Workshops, and free monthly CLE programs, attorneys have meaningful opportunities to sharpen their skills and advance their careers. Our Peer Recognition Program allows you to be recognized and recognize fellow peers for outstanding work. Flexible career tracks allow you to shape your professional path, while coast-to-coast pro bono opportunities provide the chance to make an impact in communities across the country.

At Hinshaw, you’re not just joining a firm; you’re joining a firm invested in your success, your career, and your life.