Hinshaw & Culbertson

Government Litigation Partner

Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Admission to the Illinois bar and in good standing.
  • 8+ years of experience in government regulatory investigations and federal court litigation.
  • Preferred past government service in a regulatory/enforcement agency.
  • Ability to manage legal matters and teams independently.
  • Proven skills in client relationship development and business growth.
  • Strong legal writing capabilities for drafting complex documents.
  • Excellent judgment and ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

  • Lead complex legal matters within the government's practice area.
  • Drive client engagement and retention efforts.
  • Facilitate business development initiatives to expand the client base.
  • Manage and oversee legal teams effectively.
  • Draft and review sophisticated legal documents with precision.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to promote strategic thinking within the team.
  • Contribute to the growth of the practice area within the firm.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangements for flexibility between remote and office work.
  • Opportunity for professional development in a high-performing team.
  • Supportive environment valuing work-life balance.
  • Access to a dynamic platform with strong institutional clients.
  • Exclusive focus on attorneys with government experience.
Full Job Description
Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP, a leading national firm, seeks an Experienced Service Partner to join its Government practice in the Chicago, IL, office.

This role is designed for a seasoned attorney who can immediately assume leadership of complex matters, drive client engagement, and contribute to the continued growth of the practice. The position offers the opportunity to integrate into a dynamic platform with strong institutional clients while also building and expanding your own book of business.

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications
  • Must be admitted to the Illinois bar and in good standing.
  • Minimum of 8+ years of substantive experience in government regulatory investigations, enforcement actions, and federal court litigation.
  • Prior government service at a federal or state regulatory/enforcement agency strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to independently manage matters, oversee teams, and deliver exceptional client service.
  • Proven track record in developing client relationships and contributing to business development initiatives.
  • Superior legal writing skills, including the ability to draft sophisticated legal opinions, memoranda, and pleadings with clarity and precision.
  • Candidates should bring strong academics, excellent judgment, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a high-performing team within a growing practice area. At Hinshaw, we value strategic thinking, initiative, and collaboration. We also recognize the importance of work-life balance and offer hybrid work arrangements, enabling flexibility between office and remote work.

Illinois Candidates Only: Estimated $185,000+. The estimated salary range displayed is specifically for applicants who will perform work in Illinois, if selected for the role, and does not apply to other locations. Any offered salary will be determined based on internal equity, market benchmarks, and the candidate's skills, experience, and credentials.

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, or veteran or disability status.

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

About Hinshaw & Culbertson

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP is a U.S. based law firm with offices in 11 states and London. The firm was founded in 1934 and has over 500 lawyers. Hinshaw offers a full-service practice with an emphasis in litigation, corporate and business law, environmental, labor and employment law, professional liability defense, and wealth preservation and taxation matters. The firm serves clients ranging from emerging and middle-market businesses to Fortune 500 companies, as well as governmental and public entities.
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