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Department: Finance
About Us: Ballard Spahr is a renowned national law firm with 750 lawyers 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.
We are seeking a paralegal in our Washington, DC office to become a key member of our nationally-recognized real estate finance team representing clients in structuring, documenting, closing, servicing, and restructuring real estate loans. This is a great opportunity to handle not only traditional real estate paralegal responsibilities, but also additional responsibilities critical to the team. This position is hybrid and offers a work schedule of 3 days a week in our Washington, D.C. 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>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 Paralegal within our Finance department, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
<ul>
<li>Preparing documentation for closings, including organizing, proofreading and assembling documents for transactions involving multiple properties and maintaining large deal files;</li>
<li>Conducting due-diligence review;</li>
<li>Reviewing organizational charts and documents;</li>
<li>Coordinating with title companies and reviewing title, survey and zoning documents;</li>
<li>Drafting loan and assignment documents; assist with drafting of loan servicing memoranda;</li>
<li>Coordinating closing and post-closing logistics including closing binders;</li>
<li>Preparing UCC Financing Statements;</li>
<li>Managing online SharePoint sites; and</li>
<li>Researching industry databases, publicly-available information from local governments and other sources, and applicable law.</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 interpersonal skills and excellent technical writing skills, are essential. Prompt responsiveness to meet timing expectations and communicate timing of deliverables.</li>
<li>Detail-Oriented: Keen attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.</li>
<li>Teamwork: The ability to work independently, as well as with a team and with clients. Work collaboratively in a strong team environment.</li>
<li>Technical Skills: Intermediate-level skills working with Microsoft Office applications, document management systems and time-keeping software are necessary.</li>
</ul>
Required Experience: 
Minimum requirements include prior experience as a paralegal in real estate finance or transactional finance. Experience with multi-family, Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae, CMBS and secured lending transactions involving all real estate commercial asset classes is highly preferable. Experience with title and survey review. Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a strong cohesive team. Experience should demonstrate written and oral communication skills. Intermediate level of technical proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (including Excel) and document management systems. Overtime work available when 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. 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 $80,000 - $100,000 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

Paralegal, Real Estate Finance

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 technical and administrative skills to work in our Anchorage office. The selected individual will support attorneys in the Litigation department 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. 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>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>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>Attention to Detail: 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>
Required Experience: 
This position requires relevant experience and a high level of proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience supporting attorneys in complex litigation is also necessary. Candidates must be familiar with the rules, procedures, and filing requirements of Alaska State courts, federal courts, and appellate courts, as well as e-filing and the daily operations of a commercial litigation practice. Experience with document management, time, and billing systems is a plus.
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 $65,000 - $75,000 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.

Legal Administrative Assistant

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, friends, and strong leadership that provides support and encouragement for career growth.
This position supports business development for the Emerging Companies and Venture Capital (ECVC) practice group and coordinates the BASE (Ballard Academy for Student Entrepreneurs) program. It involves interacting with the Business Development Team, attorneys, clients, mentors, and student entrepreneurs.
The role requires a service-minded individual who can solve problems independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines. A collaborative and inclusive approach is essential, along with strong relationship-building skills and an understanding of the Firm's culture. Attention to detail and a sense of urgency are critical, as the position involves significant administrative and project support. This position has a flexible hybrid working environment, however, must be based in identified markets with availability to come into office at request. 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>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 Specialist within our Marketing &amp; Business Development Department, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
<ul>
<li>Overseeing and marketing the BASE program, including drafting communication materials</li>
<li>Communicate and develop relationships with university executives and staff at business schools and in entrepreneurial programs to ensure a steady flow of applications</li>
<li>Initial review of BASE applications</li>
<li>Communicate with BASE applicants and those accepted in the BASE program during the entirety of the program</li>
<li>Monitor the quality and satisfaction of each BASE participant, including periodic check-ins and maintenance of a status report for each BASE participant</li>
<li>Troubleshoot any BASE client issues throughout the program</li>
<li>Help transition BASE clients to full time clients post programs</li>
<li>Provide proactive and organized business development (BD)support to the ECVC attorneys to achieve objectives set in the ECVC business plan</li>
<li>Organize, track, and report BD opportunities in the firm's CRM and discuss with lawyers the outcome and follow up</li>
<li>Manage and drive pitches, proposals, and client presentation materials</li>
<li>Track transactions in the firm's experience database to ensure experience is accurately profiled</li>
<li>Develop and maintain marketing collateral, including flyers, brochures, experience, presentations, transaction lists, external website, and lawyer biographies, ensuring materials are always up-to-date</li>
<li>Manage award and ranking opportunities and make recommendations. Collaborate on drafting the related submissions</li>
<li>Collaborate closely with the broader marketing and BD team as it relates to events, sponsorships, and industry initiatives</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: 
We expect the successful candidate to possess an undergraduate degree and at least four years of experience in a law firm or another professional services firm. Experience in an entrepreneurial or start-up practice is highly preferred. The candidate must be able to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion. Strong proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, along with a keen attention to detail, is required. Additionally, experience in event coordination, marketing, and/or communications functions is essential. The candidate should demonstrate excellent organizational skills, strong interpersonal relations, and effective written and oral communication abilities, as well as a strong customer service attitude. The ability to work well under pressure and solve problems effectively is crucial. Candidates must be able to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and should be capable of quickly learning the basics of new technological applications. Some travel may be required. Regular and predictable attendance is a core requirement of this position, and candidates must be willing to work beyond standard scheduled hours when necessary.
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 $75,000-$85,000, 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.

Business Development Specialist

Department: Litigation
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 eDiscovery Services Operations Supervisor manages the daily operations of the eDiscovery Services Department, focusing on the technical and procedural aspects of eDiscovery processes. Reporting to the Manager of eDiscovery Services, this role is responsible for the workflows and execution of electronic discovery matters, ensuring efficient, secure, and defensible data collection, processing, review, and production. The supervisor acts as a liaison between technical teams and legal professionals to support litigation and regulatory matters, collaborating with various stakeholders for timely project delivery. The ideal candidate will have strong technical and administrative skills, take initiative with minimal supervision, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team across all office locations. This position is remote if located in a state with a Ballard 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>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 an eDiscovery Services Operations Supervisor within our litigation team, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
<ul>
<li>Team Leadership: Supervise daily activities of the eDiscovery team, ensuring high-quality service delivery.</li>
<li>Process Oversight: Maintain and improve operational workflows for ESI intake, data processing, hosting, and production.</li>
<li>Vendor Coordination: Liaise with external vendors for hosting, processing, or forensic services as needed.</li>
<li>Team Projects: Ability to lead and participate in cross-functional team projects to implement new or updated technology or discovery workflows.</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 four-year degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Digital Forensics, Information Systems, or related technical fields is required, along with over 10 years of experience in Litigation Support. Experience in a law firm is preferred. Candidates should possess demonstrated expertise in RelativityOne and other eDiscovery support software, with Relativity administration experience being mandatory. RCA certification is preferred.
A thorough understanding of the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM), electronic discovery workflows, and the litigation lifecycle is essential. Familiarity with enterprise information technology and various forms of electronically stored information (ESI) is also necessary, alongside knowledge of data privacy and the implications of cross-border data transfers.
Candidates should have a solid understanding of Microsoft Purview and email server environments, such as M365, GSuite, and Exchange, as well as experience with email archiving systems. Strong written and verbal communication skills are important, as the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly and concisely is essential.
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.

eDiscovery Services, Operations Supervisor

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.
We have an exciting opportunity available in our Seattle 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. The selected individual will work within a team of LAAs, sharing overflow responsibility and support to all timekeepers assigned to the team. 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>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: 
<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 high school diploma or equivalent is required, a college degree is a plus, and prior law firm or professional services experience is 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 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 $52,000 to $62,000 depending on 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.

Legal Support Assistant

Department: Finance
About Us:
Ballard Spahr is a renowned national law firm with 750 lawyers 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.
If you are a high performing and detail-oriented individual who enjoys supporting lawyers with closing multifamily real estate financings, we would love to hear from you. You must have significant experience with title &amp; survey review, due diligence review, UCC searches/filings and post-closing follow-up. This position is hybrid and offers a work schedule of 3 days a week in a Ballard office, at one of the following locations: Atlanta, Baltimore, Denver, Las Vegas, Minneapolis, New Jersey, New York, Philadelphia, Seattle, and Washington, D.C. 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>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 Title &amp; Survey Paralegal within our Finance department, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
<ul>
<li>Organizing and reviewing due diligence documents, including preparation of due diligence checklists and coordination and tracking receipt of due diligence documents.</li>
<li>Preparing summaries of due diligence documents received in connection with the preparation of disclosure documents.</li>
<li>Preparing routine transaction documents.</li>
<li>Assisting with researching federal, state and local laws.</li>
<li>Drafting and proofreading routine and more complex transaction documents.</li>
<li>Preparing closing checklists, closing certificates and other closing documents.</li>
<li>Coordinating execution of closing documents.</li>
<li>Conducting closings, prepares closing transcripts.</li>
<li>Filing UCCs and other required filings.</li>
<li>Traveling to client and/or trial sites 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 interpersonal skills and excellent technical writing skills, are essential.</li>
<li>Detail-Oriented: Keen attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.</li>
<li>Teamwork: The ability to work independently, as well as with a team and with clients.</li>
<li>Technical Skills: Intermediate-level skills working with Microsoft Office applications, document management systems, and time-keeping software are necessary.</li>
</ul>
Required Experience:
The ideal candidate for this position will have commercial real estate experience with a law firm, title company, commercial lender, or other related entity. Experience with Fannie Mae DUS, Freddie Mac CME, and/or HUD-insured programs is a plus. A college degree 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 $80,000 - $115,000 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.

Paralegal

Department: Litigation
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.
We have an exciting opportunity available in our Seattle 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. The selected individual will work within a team of LAAs, sharing overflow responsibility and support to all timekeepers assigned to the team. 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>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: 
<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 high school diploma or equivalent is required, a college degree is a plus, and prior law firm or professional services experience is 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 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 $52,000 to $62,000 depending on 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.

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