Stephen A. Hench
Stephen A. Hench
Associate
(Admitted only in the District of Columbia and Pennsylvania)
Stephen A. Hench
Associate
(Admitted only in the District of Columbia and Pennsylvania)
About Steve
Steve’s practice focuses on the aviation and aerospace industries. In this capacity, he defends commercial airlines, parts manufacturers, and maintenance facilities in high-stakes cases involving wrongful death, personal injury, and property damage. Steve also provides practical legal guidance for clients facing complex, multi-claim aviation and product-related litigation. His experience in litigation and enforcement at the US Department of Transportation’s (DOT) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), along with his background in mass tort defense, enables him to address clients’ challenges using an informed approach in support of their interests.
Areas of Focus
Recognition
- DOT Lawrence R. Schneider Award, 2024
- Gears of Government President’s Award, 2019
- The University of Iowa College of Law, Iowa Law Review, Editorial Board, Note & Comment Editor
Credentials
Education
- The University of Iowa College of Law, JD, with distinction, 2013
- Vanderbilt University, BA, magna cum laude, 2010
Bar Admissions
District of Columbia*
Pennsylvania*
*Admitted only in the District of Columbia and Pennsylvania
Interests
Did you know...
Steve lives in the western suburbs of Chicago with his wife, daughter, and their two cats. He is an avid runner and enjoys jazz piano.
