Civil Defense​/Aviation Attorney

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP, a leading national firm, seeks mid-level to senior-level attorneys to join its Aviation and Aerospace practice in its Chicago office.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone interested in career growth. Our firm is committed to your professional development, offering comprehensive training, mentorship, and support to help you succeed and advance within the organization. You will be entrusted with a diverse and challenging caseload, assuming significant responsibilities from the outset.

• Must be admitted to the New York or Illinois bar in good standing
• Ideal candidates will have experience in civil defense litigation in state and federal courts and can hit the ground running by preparing cases for trial.
• Preferred candidates will have experience in aviation law, product liability, and/or premises liability is preferred but not required.
• Candidates should possess excellent research, writing, pre-trial discovery, and deposition skills, as well as the ability to work independently and within a team setting.
• Trial skills and experience would be an added benefit but not necessary.
• Applicants must be organized, self-motivated, and able to handle files with minimal supervision.
• Some travel may be required.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a tight-knit group offering a high level of responsibility in an exciting and growing practice area.

We value work-life balance and offer hybrid work arrangements, allowing you to work from both the office and remotely.

To apply, please submit your resume and unofficial law school transcript. A writing sample is also preferred to be included.

Only candidates contacted for an interview will receive a response. As an EOE/AA employer, Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.

Kindly note:
Direct applicants only. This position is not accepting recruiter candidates.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Legal

Industries: Law Practice

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