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Department: Unassigned
About Us:
Ballard Spahr is a renowned national law firm with more than 750 lawyers across 18 offices in the United States. A career at Ballard Spahr offers a diverse group of mentors, colleagues, friends, and strong leadership that provides support and encouragement for career growth.
Ballard Spahr LLP has an entry-level opportunity available for a Legal Support Assistant in the Minneapolis office. The selected individual will provide administrative support to Legal Administrative Assistants and support the office with a variety of general office duties, possess a mastery of organization skills, assume responsibility with minimal supervision, exercise initiative and judgment to make decisions within the scope of their assigned authority, and champion and practice collaboration with all employees. The initial candidate work schedule will be on-site 5 days a week, with a future option of participating in our office hybrid schedule of 3 days on-site and 2 days remote. Why Join Us? 
<ul>
<li>Innovative Work Environment: Become part of a forward-thinking firm that enjoys substantial support and visibility from the firm's executive leadership.</li>
<li>Professional Development: Take advantage of continuous learning opportunities and avenues for career growth.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Join a Business Resource Group and share cultural, experiential, or job-related interests, experiences, and/or backgrounds.</li>
<li>Impactful Contributions: Play a pivotal role in developing industry-leading solutions that make a significant difference in legal practice and client service.</li>
</ul>
Your Role: 
The Legal Support Assistant will assist with general office and legal administrative responsibilities such as:
<ul>
<li>preparing, formatting, and editing correspondence and documents</li>
<li>assisting with preparing closing binders</li>
<li>running reports</li>
<li>filing documents manually and electronically</li>
<li>entering time and preparing and submitting expense reports</li>
<li>other miscellaneous tasks as assigned</li>
</ul>
What We're Looking For: 
<ul>
<li>Growth Mindset: Self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning and problem-solving.</li>
<li>Communication: Strong verbal and written communication abilities.</li>
<li>Detail-Oriented: Keen attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.</li>
</ul>
Candidates considered will be proactive self-starters; able to work well both independently and within the Legal Support team, demonstrate flexibility in responding to daily workflow demands, and maintain the confidentiality of client and firm matters. Candidates must also maintain a high-quality work product in a fast-paced environment. Required Experience:
Excellent technical, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills are essential to be successful in this position. Candidates should be comfortable working in a large professional environment, and have a working knowledge of the firm's computer applications, document management system, and Microsoft Office, particularly with Word, Excel, and Outlook. A High school diploma or equivalent is required, college is a plus, and prior law firm or professional services experience is preferred. 
Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package that includes medical, fertility benefits, travel and lodging expenses, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short and long-term disability; 401(k) retirement savings plan with a firm contribution and match; and a generous paid time off program. Additional benefits provided are health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and a health savings account; paid parental leave, firm subsidized emergency child and elder care services; family and medical leave; employee assistance program; and a pre-tax transportation program. Time worked in excess of 40 hours per week will be paid at time and one-half of the hourly rate. The salary range for this position is from $44,000 - $55,000 depending upon experience. Ready to Grow with Us?
If you are ready to play a vital role in the Firm's success, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our commitment to excellence.
At Ballard Spahr, we believe that our skills, perspectives, and backgrounds drive innovation and excellence, while our unique culture fosters collaboration and success. Our culture of thriving together forms the cornerstone of how we deliver exceptional service and position our firm for a strong future. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Ballard Spahr is an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.
The firm is not accepting resumes from search firms for this position.

Ballard Spahr LLP

Legal Support Assistant

Department: Litigation
About Us: 
Ballard Spahr is a renowned national law firm with more than 750 professional staff and paralegals across 18 offices in the United States. A career at Ballard Spahr offers a diverse group of mentors, colleagues, and friends, and strong leadership that provides support and encouragement for career growth.
We have an exciting opportunity available in our Portland office for a Legal Support Assistant to support our legal administrative assistants (LAAs). The selected individuals will provide support with document production, accounting and billing functions, new matters, client file organization, records management and closing transactions. Candidates considered must be able to work well both independently and within a team, and have demonstrated experience maintaining high quality work products in a fast-paced environment. This full-time position is 5 days a week in the office.
Why Join Us?
<ul>
<li>Innovative Work Environment: Become part of a forward-thinking firm that enjoys substantial support and visibility from the firm's executive leadership.</li>
<li>Professional Development: Take advantage of continuous learning opportunities and avenues for career growth.</li>
<li>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Join a Business Resource Group and share cultural, experiential, or job-related interests, experiences, and/or backgrounds.</li>
<li>Impactful Contributions: Play a pivotal role in developing industry-leading solutions that make a significant difference in legal practice and client service.</li>
</ul>
 Your Role: 
 As a Legal Support Assistant, you will assist with general and legal administrative responsibilities such as:
<ul>
<li>preparing, formatting, and editing correspondence and documents</li>
<li>Bates numbering / legal keying / transcriptions / quick research projects</li>
<li>running reports</li>
<li>filing documents manually and electronically</li>
<li>entering time and preparing and submitting expense reports</li>
</ul>
What We're Looking For: 
A proactive self-starter; able to work well both independently and within the Legal Support team. Strong administrative, time management, organizational, communication and diplomacy skills to handle tasks with keen attention to detail. Demonstrated flexibility in responding to daily workflow demands, and maintain the confidentiality of client and firm matters. The ability to produce high-quality work product in a fast-paced environment. Required Experience:
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, college degree a plus and prior law firm or professional services experience preferred. Candidates should be comfortable working in a large professional environment, and have working knowledge of the firm's computer applications, document management system, and Microsoft Office, particularly with Word, Excel, and Outlook. Excellent technical, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills are essential to be successful in this position.
Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package which includes medical, fertility benefits, travel and lodging expenses, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage; life insurance, short and long-term disability; 401(k) retirement savings plan with a firm contribution and match; and a generous paid time off program. Additional benefits provided are health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and a health savings account; paid parental leave, firm subsidized emergency child and elder care services; family and medical leave; employee assistance program; and a pre-tax transportation program. Time worked in excess of 40 hours per week will be paid at time and one-half of the hourly rate. The salary range for this position is from $52,000 - $57,000 depending upon experience. Ready to Grow with Us?
If you are ready to play a vital role in the Firm's success, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our commitment to excellence.
At Ballard Spahr, we believe that our skills, perspectives, and backgrounds drive innovation and excellence, while our unique culture fosters collaboration and success. Our culture of thriving together forms the cornerstone of how we deliver exceptional service and position our firm for a strong future. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Ballard Spahr is an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.
The firm is not accepting resumes from search firms for this position.

Department: Marketing/Communications
About Us:
Ballard Spahr is a renowned national law firm with 750 lawyers and more than 500 business professionals and paralegals across 18 offices in the United States. A career at Ballard Spahr offers a diverse group of mentors, colleagues, and friends, and strong leadership that provides support and encouragement for career growth.
Ballard Spahr LLP seeks a dynamic and successful marketing and business development professional to join the Ballard Spahr team as a Proposal Specialist supporting the firm's efforts to respond to request for proposals within the guidelines of firm strategy, business development, and client relationship management goals. The successful candidate will report directly to the Senior Proposal Manager, while working collaboratively with lead attorneys and Business Development Managers on strategy and positioning, as well as key stakeholders across legal departments. This is a remote position. Why Join Us? 
<ul>
<li>Innovative Work Environment: Become part of a forward-thinking firm that enjoys substantial support and visibility from the firm's executive leadership.</li>
<li>Professional Development: Take advantage of continuous learning opportunities and avenues for career growth.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Join a Business Resource Group and share cultural, experiential, or job-related interests, experiences, and/or backgrounds.</li>
<li>Impactful Contributions: Play a pivotal role in developing industry-leading solutions that make a significant difference in legal practice and client service.</li>
</ul>
Your Role: 
As a Proposal Specialist within our Marketing &amp; Business Development team, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
<ul>
<li>Independently managing RFP responses</li>
<li>Interacting with Legal Pricing/Project Management, Risk Management, Finance/Accounting, Human Resources, Information Systems, legal administrative assistants, and partner firms to coordinate and complete projects.</li>
<li>Being responsible for Persuit RFP intake, determining the relevant attorneys and Business Development team members to be notified of the RFP request, and identifying proposal support for the submission.</li>
</ul>
This position will maintain proposal milestones schedule such as issue and review dates, kickoff meetings, planning sessions, drafting and review, and delivery dates ensuring (i) full understanding of business requirements and strategy; (ii) a smooth production process; (iii) an intelligent, professional, accurate and compelling final product; and (iv) timely delivery of the finished product. In addition, this position will be responsible for the coordination of an experience database rollout.
What We're Looking For:
<ul>
<li>Growth Mindset: Self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning and problem-solving.</li>
<li>Communication: Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills, the ability to communicate effectively with a high level of professionalism.</li>
<li>Detail-Oriented: Keen attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.</li>
<li>Project Management: Excellent planning, executing, completing and controlling projects and have a solid understanding of the RFP and proposal process in a law firm setting.</li>
<li>Client Service and Teamwork: Professional demeanor with exemplary client service orientation and a team player who can work collaboratively with multiple departments in the firm.</li>
</ul>
Required Experience:
A bachelor's degree, preferably with coursework in marketing, business, communications, and/or writing, with 3-5 years' experience in a proposal role required, and experience at a law firm or other professional services firm preferred. Exemplary client service and team work skills, and a strong proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, with a basic understanding of systems in general.
Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package that includes medical, fertility benefits, travel and lodging expenses, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short and long-term disability; 401(k) retirement savings plan with a firm contribution and match; and a generous paid time off program. Additional benefits provided are health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and a health savings account; paid parental leave, firm subsidized emergency child and elder care services; family and medical leave; employee assistance program; and a pre-tax transportation program. The salary range for this position is from $90,000 - $110,000 depending on experience and location. Ready to Grow with Us?
If you are ready to play a vital role in the Firm's success, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our commitment to excellence.
At Ballard Spahr, we believe that our skills, perspectives, and backgrounds drive innovation and excellence, while our unique culture fosters collaboration and success. Our culture of thriving together forms the cornerstone of how we deliver exceptional service and position our firm for a strong future. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Ballard Spahr is an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.
The firm is not accepting resumes from search firms for this position.

Proposal Specialist

Department: Marketing/Communications
About Us:
Ballard Spahr is a renowned national law firm with more than 750 lawyers across 18 offices in the United States. A career at Ballard Spahr offers a diverse group of mentors, colleagues, and friends, and strong leadership that provides support and encouragement for career growth.
The Proposal Manager's primary responsibility is to manage high-profile pitches, proposals, and RFP responses, working directly with lead attorneys and the Senior Business Development Manager, Business &amp; Transactions, on strategy and positioning, as well as key stakeholders across legal departments. This role interacts with Legal Pricing/Project Management, Risk Management, Finance/Accounting, Human Resources, Information Systems, legal administrative assistants, and partner firms to coordinate and complete fast-paced and high-profile projects. This position is remote if located in a state with a Ballard presence. Why Join Us? 
<ul>
<li>Innovative Work Environment: Become part of a forward-thinking firm that enjoys substantial support and visibility from the firm's executive leadership.</li>
<li>Professional Development: Take advantage of continuous learning opportunities and avenues for career growth.</li>
<li>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Join a Business Resource Group and share cultural, experiential, or job-related interests, experiences, and/or backgrounds.</li>
<li>Impactful Contributions: Play a pivotal role in developing industry-leading solutions that make a significant difference in legal practice and client service.</li>
</ul>
 Your Role: The ideal candidate will possess expertise in developing competitive proposals that align with business strategies in the following sectors: corporate, mergers &amp; acquisitions, private equity, emerging companies &amp; venture capital, securities &amp; capital markets, consumer financial services, employee benefits &amp; executive compensation, tax, private client services, privacy data &amp; security, immigration, and senior living &amp; long-term care. 
As a Proposal Manager within our Marketing &amp; Business Development team, you will:
<ul>
<li>Manage and lead the full proposal development lifecycle for Business &amp; Transaction opportunities, which includes reading, reviewing, drafting, analyzing, and interpreting requirements and objectives pertaining to proposal opportunities.</li>
<li>Facilitate proposal kick-off meetings with appropriate lead attorneys, Business Development Managers, pricing team and if applicable, Proposal Assistant to gather relevant information and insight.</li>
<li>Maintain proposal milestones schedule such as issue and review dates, kickoff meetings, internal administrative department outreach, drafting and review, and delivery dates ensuring (i) full understanding of business requirements and strategy; (ii) a smooth production process; (iii) an intelligent, professional, accurate and compelling final product; and (iv) timely delivery of the finished product.</li>
<li>Participate in RFP notification review as part of the team's monthly rotation.</li>
</ul>
 What We're Looking For: 
<ul>
<li>Growth Mindset: Self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning and problem-solving.</li>
<li>Communication: Strong verbal and written communication abilities.</li>
<li>Detail-Oriented: Keen attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.</li>
</ul>
 Required Experience: 
A minimum of 5 years of experience in a proposal role is required. Experience in a law firm or professional services environment is highly desirable. The candidate should have a background in the corporate transaction sector and demonstrate success in managing and winning proposals related to corporate transactions. Proficiency in proposal management software and tools is essential. The candidate must possess excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, along with strong attention to detail. Planning and organizational skills are necessary to establish and meet deadlines while managing multiple projects simultaneously. The ideal candidate should be an independent self-starter, capable of managing and prioritizing multiple concurrent deadlines. Effective communication skills and a high level of professionalism are required when interacting with attorneys, clients, staff, and vendors. Exemplary client service and teamwork skills are also essential. Qualified applicants should hold a four-year college degree, preferably with coursework in marketing, business, communications, and/or writing. A high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is required. Regular and predictable attendance is essential for this position, and the ability to work beyond standard hours, as needed, is expected.
Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package that includes medical, fertility benefits, travel and lodging expenses, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short and long-term disability; 401(k) retirement savings plan with a firm contribution and match; and a generous paid time off program. Additional benefits provided are health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, a health savings account, paid parental leave, firm-subsidized emergency child and elder care services, family and medical leave, an employee assistance program, and a pre-tax transportation program. The salary range for this position is from $130,000 to $150,000, depending on experience and location. Ready to Grow with Us?
If you are ready to play a vital role in the Firm's success, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our commitment to excellence.
At Ballard Spahr, we believe that our skills, perspectives, and backgrounds drive innovation and excellence, while our unique culture fosters collaboration and success. Our culture of thriving together forms the cornerstone of how we deliver exceptional service and position our firm for a strong future. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Ballard Spahr is an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.
The firm is not accepting resumes from search firms for this position.

Proposal Manager B&T

Department: Marketing/Communications
About Us:
Ballard Spahr is a renowned national law firm with more than 750 lawyers across 18 offices in the United States. A career at Ballard Spahr offers a diverse group of mentors, colleagues, and friends, and strong leadership that provides support and encouragement for career growth.
We are seeking a dynamic and skilled leader to join our team as a Proposal Manager. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in developing compelling and competitive proposals that align with our strategic business goals across practices and sectors. In this role, the Proposal Manager will spearhead cross-departmental pitches and proposals, facilitate the creation of precedent documents, and oversee metrics to track and enhance our success rates. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for driving growth and excellence, we invite you to apply and become a key contributor to our success.
The Proposal Manager's primary responsibility is to manage high profile pitches, proposals and RFP responses, working directly with lead attorneys and the Business Development Team, on strategy and positioning, as well as key stakeholders across legal departments. This role interacts with Legal Pricing/Project Management, Risk Management, Finance/Accounting, Human Resources, Information Systems, legal administrative assistants, and partner firms to coordinate and complete fast-paced and high profile projects. This position is remote if located in a state with a Ballard presence. Why Join Us? 
<ul>
<li>
Innovative Work Environment: Become part of a forward-thinking firm that enjoys substantial support and visibility from the firm's executive leadership.
</li>
<li>
Professional Development: Take advantage of continuous learning opportunities and avenues for career growth.
</li>
<li>
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Join a Business Resource Group and share cultural, experiential, or job-related interests, experiences, and/or backgrounds.
</li>
<li>
Impactful Contributions: Play a pivotal role in developing industry-leading solutions that make a significant difference in legal practice and client service.
</li>
</ul>
Your Role: 
As a Proposal Manager within our Marketing &amp; Business Development team, you will:
<ul>
<li>
Track and maintain a database of transactional-specific proposal submissions, following up with attorneys on win/loss information as needed, and keep proposal submission, content and experience archives up-to-date.
</li>
<li>
Participate in RFP notification review as part of the team's monthly rotation.
</li>
<li>
Manage and lead the full proposal development lifecycle cross-departmental opportunities, which includes: reading, reviewing, drafting, analyzing and interpreting requirements and objectives pertaining to proposal opportunities.
</li>
<li>
Facilitate proposal kick-off meetings, with appropriate lead attorneys, Business Development Managers, pricing team and if applicable, other members of the proposal team.
</li>
<li>
Maintain proposal milestones schedule such as issue and review dates, kickoff meetings, internal administrative department outreach, drafting and review, and delivery dates ensuring (i) full understanding of business requirements and strategy; (ii) a smooth production process; (iii) an intelligent, professional, accurate and compelling final product; and (iv) timely delivery of the finished product.
</li>
</ul>
 What We're Looking For: 
<ul>
<li>
Growth Mindset: Self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning and problem-solving.
</li>
<li>
Communication: Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
</li>
<li>
Detail-Oriented: Keen attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.
</li>
</ul>
 Required Experience: 
5 years of experience in a proposal role is required. Experience in a law firm or professional services environment is strongly desired. The ideal candidate will have experience working within the corporate transaction sector. Demonstrates success in managing and winning corporate transaction-related proposals. Proficiency in proposal management software and tools. 
The ideal candidate must possess excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, along with strong attention to detail. They should have strong planning and organizational abilities to establish and meet deadlines while managing multiple projects simultaneously. The candidate must be an independent self-starter, capable of prioritizing and managing several concurrent deadline-oriented tasks. Effective communication skills and a high level of professionalism are essential when interacting with attorneys, clients, staff, and vendors. Additionally, exemplary client service and teamwork skills are required. A high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is also necessary. Regular and predictable attendance is a core requirement for this position, and the ability to work beyond standard scheduled hours, as needed, is important.
Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package that includes medical, fertility benefits, travel and lodging expenses, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short and long-term disability; 401(k) retirement savings plan with a firm contribution and match; and a generous paid time off program. Additional benefits provided are health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and a health savings account; paid parental leave, firm subsidized emergency child and elder care services; family and medical leave; employee assistance program; and a pre-tax transportation program. The salary range for this position is from $130,000 - $150,000 depending upon experience and location. Ready to Grow with Us?
If you are ready to play a vital role in the Firm's success, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our commitment to excellence.
At Ballard Spahr, we believe that our skills, perspectives, and backgrounds drive innovation and excellence, while our unique culture fosters collaboration and success. Our culture of thriving together forms the cornerstone of how we deliver exceptional service and position our firm for a strong future. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Ballard Spahr is an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.
The firm is not accepting resumes from search firms for this position.

Proposal Manager

Department: Marketing/Communications
About Us:
Ballard Spahr is a renowned national law firm with more than 750 lawyers across 18 offices in the United States. A career at Ballard Spahr offers a diverse group of mentors, colleagues, and friends, and strong leadership that provides support and encouragement for career growth.
Ballard Spahr has a great opportunity currently available for a dynamic and successful business development professional to join the Marketing team as a Business Development Manager (BDM) supporting practice groups, and industry teams.
The BDM is responsible for developing and implementing business development plans, as well as identifying opportunities for current and potential clients. In addition, the BDM will be integral in building brand awareness for the firm, aligning those efforts with broader firm and department goals. Successful team members must be resilient, focused, and creative, and demonstrate a collaborative and consultative working style. This hybrid position offers a work schedule of 3 days a week in the office. Why Join Us?
<ul>
<li>
Innovative Work Environment: Become part of a forward-thinking firm that enjoys substantial support and visibility from the firm's executive leadership.
</li>
<li>
Professional Development: Take advantage of continuous learning opportunities and avenues for career growth.
</li>
<li>
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Join a Business Resource Group and share cultural, experiential, or job-related interests, experiences, and/or backgrounds.
</li>
<li>
Impactful Contributions: Play a pivotal role in developing industry-leading solutions that make a significant difference in legal practice and client service.
</li>
</ul>
 Your Role
As a Business Development Manager within our Marketing &amp; Business Development team, you will:
<ul>
<li>
Work with Department Chairs, Practice Group and Industry Team leaders to create and implement strategic business development plans and promote the firm's services while understanding, addressing, and aligning our efforts with targets' and clients' objectives
</li>
<li>
Provide business development coaching in group and one-on-one settings and support lawyers in the development of their individual attorney business development plans
</li>
<li>
Provide ongoing marketing research, competitive intelligence and analysis; gathers intelligence on emerging market and industry trends to provide attorneys with an understanding of the competitive landscape and to position the firm for increased effectiveness in winning new business.
</li>
</ul>
What We're Looking For: 
<ul>
<li>
Growth Mindset: Self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning and problem-solving.
</li>
<li>
Communication: Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
</li>
<li>
Detail-Oriented: Keen attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.
</li>
</ul>
Required Experience:
A minimum five years' experience in legal marketing is required, bachelor degree preferred. Prior law firm experience is required. Prior experience supporting similar groups mentioned in the position summary preferred. Excellent writing, editing, and communication (oral and written). Strong project management, interpersonal, and analytical skills. Strong computer proficiency is a must (including knowledge of CRMs and marketing databases). Significant business knowledge and experience; and an intense client service attitude. The ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines, combined with a strong work ethic and a team player attitude are indispensable. Some travel may be required. Regular and predictable attendance is a core requirement of this position and the ability to work beyond the standard scheduled hours, as needed.
Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package that includes medical, fertility benefits, travel and lodging expenses, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short and long-term disability; 401(k) retirement savings plan with a firm contribution and match; and a generous paid time off program. Additional benefits provided are health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and a health savings account; paid parental leave, firm subsidized emergency child and elder care services; family and medical leave; employee assistance program; and a pre-tax transportation program. The salary range for this position is from $140,000 - $160,000 depending upon experience and location.
Ready to Grow with Us?
If you are ready to play a vital role in the Firm's success, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our commitment to excellence.
At Ballard Spahr, we believe that our skills, perspectives, and backgrounds drive innovation and excellence, while our unique culture fosters collaboration and success. Our culture of thriving together forms the cornerstone of how we deliver exceptional service and position our firm for a strong future. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Ballard Spahr is an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.
The firm is not accepting resumes from search firms for this position.

Business Development Manager

Department: Litigation
About Us:
Ballard Spahr is a renowned national law firm with over 750 lawyers across 18 offices in the United States. A career at Ballard Spahr offers a diverse group of mentors, colleagues, friends, and strong leadership that supports and encourages career growth.
Ballard Spahr LLP has an excellent opportunity for a legal administrative assistant with demonstrated litigation, technical and administrative skills to work in the Salt Lake City office. The selected individual will support attorneys in the Litigation practice group by maintaining and processing case information, managing the progression of cases to final disposition, creating electronic files, preparing and processing correspondence, memoranda, and complex legal documents, and performing other administrative functions. This hybrid position offers a work schedule of 3 days a week in the office. The selected individual will work within a team of LAAs to liaison between lawyers, paralegals, and clients. Why Join Us?
<ul>
<li>Innovative Work Environment: Become part of a forward-thinking firm that enjoys substantial support and visibility from the firm's executive leadership.</li>
<li>Professional Development: Take advantage of continuous learning opportunities and avenues for career growth.</li>
<li>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Join a Business Resource Group and share cultural, experiential, or job-related interests, experiences, and/or backgrounds.</li>
<li>Impactful Contributions: Play a pivotal role in developing industry-leading solutions that make a significant difference in legal practice and client service.</li>
</ul>
 Your Role: As a Legal Administrative Assistant within our Litigation department, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
<ul>
<li>Preparing documents for state and federal court filings, including discovery requests and responses, letters, pleadings, motions and documents, as well as e-filing in various state and federal courts, both trial and appellate.</li>
<li>Maintaining schedules and calendars, making travel arrangements, and updating contacts.</li>
<li>Working closely with attorneys and billing specialists on complex billing matters.</li>
<li>New client intake and file maintenance utilizing the firm's electronic records management system.</li>
<li>Billing, travel coordination and expense reimbursement.</li>
<li>Other work as needed.</li>
</ul>
 What We're Looking For: 
<ul>
<li>Growth Mindset: Self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning and problem-solving.</li>
<li>Communication: Strong verbal and written communication abilities.</li>
<li>Detail-Oriented: Keen attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.</li>
<li>Judgement and Problem Solving Skills: Thinks strategically, giving careful attention to detail.</li>
</ul>
Qualified applicants will possess strong communication, organizational, and client service skills. They must also have top-notch accuracy, spelling, grammar, and proofreading skills. The ability to multitask and work cooperatively in a team environment to meet deadlines is required. A willingness to take innovative approaches to administrative support is a plus. Required Experience:
This position requires a minimum of 2 years of commercial litigation experience and a high degree of proficiency with Microsoft Office 2016, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience supporting attorneys in complex civil and commercial litigation, corporate business litigation, and consumer financial services litigation is desirable. Must be familiar with the rules, procedures, and filing requirements of Utah and Federal Court Systems, and the daily operations of a litigation practice. Experience with document management, time and billing systems a plus. Ready to Grow with Us?
If you are ready to play a vital role in the Firm's success, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our commitment to excellence.
At Ballard Spahr, we believe that our skills, perspectives, and backgrounds drive innovation and excellence, while our unique culture fosters collaboration and success. Our culture of thriving together forms the cornerstone of how we deliver exceptional service and position our firm for a strong future. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Ballard Spahr is an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.
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