Professional Liability/Legal Malpractice Associate Attorney

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Semi-annual bonuses

Annual bonuses

Discretionary bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP in Boston, MA, is seeking a Professional Liability/Legal Malpractice Associate Attorney. Hybrid or remote work options are available, with opportunities to handle complex malpractice matters in state and federal courts and direct client interaction.

The role offers significant responsibility, close collaboration with experienced trial attorneys, and exposure to defense of professional liability claims, depositions, and appellate matters.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of litigation experience.
• Massachusetts Bar admission (good standing); admission in other jurisdictions a plus.
• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and work in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Defend professional liability and malpractice claims through all phases of litigation.
• Draft and argue motions, prepare pleadings, and manage written discovery.
• Conduct legal research and prepare strategic case analyses.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and client meetings.
• Work with expert witnesses and consultants.
• Assist with trial preparation and appellate matters.
• Develop strong client relationships while collaborating with attorneys across offices and practice groups.

Skills

Litigation

Legal research

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Professional Liability/Legal Malpractice Associate Attorney

Location & Workspace: Boston, MA |Hybrid or Remote

Join a nationally-recognized litigation practice representingattorneys, law firms, accountants, insurance professionals, design professionals, real estate professionals, and other licensed professionals in a broad range of malpractice, negligence, breach of fiduciary duty, ethics, and professional responsibility matters. Attorneys in the group handle complex litigation in state and federal courts and regularly advise clients on risk management and claims avoidance strategies. This position offers significant responsibility, direct client interaction, hands-on litigation experience, and the opportunity to work closely with experienced trial attorneys on sophisticated matters.

Why Hinshaw & Culbertson

Excellence, Recognized.
13 national rankings and 56 metro rankings in the 2026 Best Law Firms directory. 80 lawyers named to Best Lawyers in America, with 22 rising stars on the Ones to Watch list. National Chambers USA honors in Aviation, Financial Services, and Insurance. This isn't legacy prestige — it's excellence earned every year, by people at every stage of their career.

Scale That Backs You Up.
90+ years in practice. 450+ attorneys in 25 offices nationwide. One firm, coast to coast — giving you the resources of a national platform with the relationships of a firm that still knows your name.

Equality Isn't a Talking Point Here.
14 years running at 100% on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index. Mansfield Rule Certified Plus. A firm-wide commitment to pro bono work that runs through nearly every practice group. At Hinshaw, inclusion isn't a program — it's how we've operated for over a decade, consistently.

Bottom line: Ranked nationally. Built for the long run. Committed to getting it right — for our people, our clients, and our communities.

What You Will Do:

• Defend professional liability and malpractice claims through all phases of litigation.


• Draft and argue motions, prepare pleadings, and manage written discovery.


• Conduct legal research and prepare strategic case analyses.


• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and client meetings.


• Work with expert witnesses and consultants.


• Assist with trial preparation and appellate matters.


• Develop strong client relationships while working collaboratively with attorneys across offices and practice groups.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of litigation experience, preferably in professional liability, insurance defense, commercial litigation, or other complex civil litigation.


• Admission to the Massachusetts Bar and good standingrequired; admission in other jurisdictions a plus.


• J.D. from an accredited law school.


• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

What We Offer

Salary Range: The base salary for this position ranges from $135,000-$155,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

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.

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.