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Department: Finance
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 LLP is seeking an experienced transactional paralegal to support our nationally-recognized public finance lawyers who represent governmental entities, investment banks, financial institutions, trustees, and borrowers, including 501(c)(3) organizations in virtually every type of municipal/public finance transaction. This position is located in Phoenix and offers the opportunity to work with a dynamic Phoenix-based public finance team and support our top-tier national public finance team of over 50 professionals.
This hybrid position offers a work schedule of 3 days a week in the Phoenix 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 Public Finance team, you will:
<ul>
<li>Work closely with lawyers on the preparation of documentation for municipal bond offerings/borrowings, including drafting documents and opinion letters; organizing, proofreading and assembling documents; and coordinating closing logistics.</li>
<li>Conduct due diligence; gather and organize financial data related to bond issuers and borrowers from public sources.</li>
<li>Prepare and file UCC Financing Statements; research industry databases, publicly available information from local governments and other sources, and assist lawyers with reviewing the 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 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>Teamwork Skills: Collaborate effectively to establish positive relationships with both internal and external team members.</li>
</ul>
 Required Experience:
Minimum requirements include a four-year college degree and significant transactional experience. Prior paralegal experience and/or paralegal certificate preferred. An intermediate level of technical proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (including Excel) and strong basic mathematical skills is necessary. Experience with document management systems is required. Must be able to work overtime, as needed. Prior work experience in the public finance industry is desirable.
Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package. A summary of available benefits can be found <a href="https://www.ballardspahr.com/careers/staff" target="_blank">here</a> in the Careers section of the firm's website. 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

Department: Information Technology
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 is looking for a Project Manager responsible for scoping, planning, and executing projects within Ballard Spahr's Project Management Office (PMO). This individual will exercise discretion, build relationships, and develop plans while leading diverse project teams to achieve successful delivery. 
The selected individual will possess demonstrable proficiency in waterfall and some knowledge of agile concepts. This position involves building project charters, scoping custom and packaged vendor solutions (RFPs), developing all aspects of a project plan, managing project invoices and financials, managing resource commitments, and formally closing projects. The ability to understand each project's benefit, solution, technology, and activities while participating and contributing to the evolution of the PMO, including project intake, portfolio management, governance and communication, budgeting, financial management, and resource management with peer groups. This position is remote, and consideration will be given to those near the Philadelphia office or surrounding areas, with the expectation to work in the office as needed. 
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 Project Manager within our Information Technology-PMO, your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
<ul>
<li>Assisting in drafting project charters, including problem statement, objectives/goals, solutions, justification/cost benefit, costs, and resources</li>
<li>Building project teams, which includes identifying team members for each required role within the project team, identifying roles and responsibilities, and building support and facilitating conflict resolutions where required</li>
<li>Facilitating solution selection, including the design of custom solutions and vendor-packaged RFPs; manages a solution evaluation plan to ensure expectations and communication are set and met</li>
<li>Timely project status reporting to key stakeholders and IT leadership, as well as presentation to firm leadership </li>
</ul>
What We're Looking For: 
<ul>
<li> Growth Mindset: Self-motivated with a passion for growth and willing to stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends, particularly in project management and generative.</li>
<li>Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills. The ability to listen, understand information and ideas presented, while using analytical skills to interpret the issue at hand and develop applicable or appropriate recommendations and solutions.</li>
<li>Detail-Oriented: Keen attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.</li>
<li>Leadership: Ability to lead, drive, and support projects for successful business outcomes.</li>
</ul>
 Required Experience:
Four plus years of project management experience and a bachelor's degree or equivalent in additional years of experience. Expertise in waterfall and understanding of concepts of agile, as well as experience with Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and delivery of vendor solutions. Experience with custom-built solutions, technologies, and integrations, as well as developing all elements of a project plan. Demonstrated skills in various software applications. Previous experience working in a law firm or legal environment is preferred. A Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, other certifications such as a Certified Scrum Master (SCM) and a Master's Degree are preferred.
The salary range for this position is from $120,000 - $130,000, which reflects the Firm's good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay will depend on several factors such as the candidate's experience, qualifications, and location.
Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package. A summary of available benefits can be found <a href="https://www.ballardspahr.com/careers/staff" target="_blank">here</a> in the Careers section of the firm's website.
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.

Project 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.
The successful candidate will be an important part of our Marketing team and will be required to work closely with Litigation Department leadership, practice group leaders, Marketing department leadership, attorneys, and other marketing team members to support the Litigation practices in developing new business and deepening existing client relationships. The ideal candidate will demonstrate independent judgment, strategic and diplomatic thinking and the ability to lead business development efforts while building consensus. The position will also work collaboratively with marketing colleagues on relevant firmwide and industry-focused projects.
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 Manager within our Business Development and Proposal team your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
<ul>
<li>Leading efforts to identify relationships and build awareness of firm capabilities with relevant practice and industry organizations</li>
<li>Providing business development coaching in group and one-on-one settings</li>
<li>Participating in pitches and client meetings to help identify and pursue business development opportunities with targets and existing clients, including strategic account management and industry teams</li>
<li>Developing target lists and opportunities for new business</li>
<li>Maintaining a rolling pipeline which tracks opportunities; forecasts targets and helps attorneys achieve goals</li>
<li>Managing the compilation, development and maintenance of relevant database contact/mailing lists</li>
<li>Working with Department Chairs and Practice Group leaders to create and implement strategic business development plans</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:
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, accompanied by at least five years of experience in professional services marketing. Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills. Proven ability to manage complex projects, analyze data effectively, and collaborate across teams. Advanced proficiency in computer applications; familiarity with CRM systems is highly desirable. Deep understanding of business operations and a strong commitment to client service excellence. Demonstrated capacity to juggle multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines. Unwavering work ethic and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
The salary range for this position is from $140,000 - $160,000, which reflects the Firm's good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay will depend on several factors such as the candidate's experience, qualifications, and location.
Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package. A summary of available benefits can be found <a href="https://www.ballardspahr.com/careers/staff" target="_blank">here</a> in the Careers section of the firm's website.
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: Real Estate
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 Legal Administrative Assistant (LAA) to join our Real Estate department in the Los Angeles office. You'll be part of a team working alongside attorneys, paralegals, and clients. Experience supporting real estate lawyers is required, and experience working with finance lawyers is a plus. Successful candidates will demonstrate a mastery of technical and administrative skills, assume responsibility with minimal supervision, exercise initiative and judgment to make decisions within the scope of your assigned authority, and both champion and practice collaboration with all employees. The selected individual will work within a team of LAAs, sharing overflow responsibility and support to all timekeepers assigned to the team. This position is hybrid and 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>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 Real Estate Department, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
<ul>
<li>Provide comprehensive legal administrative support, including extensive document production and coordinating closing materials.</li>
<li>Ensure fee earners' daily time entries are drafted in accordance with firm and client guidelines, and enter information into firm systems in a timely fashion.</li>
<li>Prepare new business intake forms and open new client matters.</li>
<li>Prepare and submit expense reimbursement diaries and process invoices.</li>
<li>Maintain schedules and calendars, make travel arrangements, update contacts, and do other work as needed.</li>
</ul>
What We're Looking For: 
<ul>
<li>Collaboration: Work collaboratively with team members by assisting other LAAs and fee earners on a regular basis.</li>
<li>Time Management: Effectively plan, prioritize, and organize work in order to complete assignments and meet deadlines</li>
<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:
Qualified candidates will have a minimum of three years of experience supporting real estate lawyers. Experience working with finance lawyers is a plus. Intermediate proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, document management platforms, and billing software. The salary range for this position is from $85,000 - $97,000, which reflects the Firm's good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay will depend on several factors such as the candidate's experience and qualifications. 
Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package. A summary of available benefits can be found <a href="https://www.ballardspahr.com/careers/staff" target="_blank">here</a> in the Careers section of the firm's website.
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: Practice Administration
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 pricing team is made up of business professionals dedicated to assisting our more than 300 matter billing lawyers in developing and implementing value-based fee arrangements that align with both client needs and the firm's profitability goals. With a strong history of building trusted relationships across the firm, our group plays a pivotal role in driving successful outcomes. As Strategic Pricing Manager, you will play a vital part in this process by providing hands-on support while developing our pricing analyst team to ensure continued excellence. This position is hybrid and 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>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 Strategic Pricing Manager within our Pricing Team, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
<ul>
<li>Serve as a key resource for pricing-related matters, providing coaching and support to lawyers and other involved in pricing proposals and approvals, and advancing pricing as a strategic tool to build strong client relationships.</li>
<li>Mentor, coach, and develop members of the Pricing team by offering ongoing feedback, supporting skill development, and facilitating professional growth opportunities.</li>
<li>Collaborate with Department Management and Practice Group Leaders supporting the development of proposals for billing rates in connection with our annual rate setting process.</li>
<li>Support the development and maintenance of platforms for evaluating billing rates using competitive benchmarking tools and internal profitability analytics.</li>
<li>Work closely with our recruiting teams to help determine appropriate salaries and rates for new fee earners.</li>
<li>Ensure billing rates are established to maximize profitability while aligning with peer firms.</li>
<li>Develop tools that analyze past investments, create tailored pricing strategies with accurate budgets, and compare actual profitability of alternative pricing arrangements.</li>
<li>Partner with lawyers to develop staffing plans and budget templates that support value-based fee arrangements for recurring projects.</li>
<li>Collaborate with lawyers, practice groups, marketing professionals, and financial management to prepare financial analyses and pricing responses for client RFP submissions.</li>
<li>Deliver training on pricing-related topics to lawyers and business professionals.</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 communication and interpersonal skills for effective engagement and collaboration.</li>
<li>Detail-Oriented: Keen attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.</li>
</ul>
Required Experience:
A bachelor's degree is required, with preference given to candidates who have studied Accounting, Finance, or Economics. Applicants should have a minimum of seven years' experience in finance-related disciplines, ideally including analytics within a law firm or professional service industry; prior experience managing a team is preferred. Experience in a legal environment and a strong track record of supporting decision-makers and client-facing professionals on pricing strategy issues are desirable. Candidates must possess working knowledge of legal services pricing and alternative fee arrangements, as well as the ability to analyze financial data and prepare concise management reports. Proficiency in Excel, including v-lookups, pivot tables, and modeling, and other Microsoft Office applications is essential; experience with data visualization tools such as PowerBI is also desired. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required for effective engagement and collaboration, along with experience in process design and implementation.
The salary range for this position is from $130,000 - $155,000, which reflects the Firm's good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay will depend on several factors such as the candidate's experience, qualifications, and location.
Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package. A summary of available benefits can be found <a href="https://www.ballardspahr.com/careers/staff" target="_blank">here</a> in the Careers section of the firm's website.
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.

Strategic Pricing Manager

Department: Finance
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.
Are you ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our Finance Department and driving firm-wide practice management excellence? We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, and collaborative Director of Practice Management (DPM) who will leverage their strong business acumen to drive revenue growth and ensure sustained financial health for our Finance Department. This high-impact leadership position partners with the Chief Practice Management Officer and department leadership to advance operations, align strategic goals, and deliver exceptional support for all finance lawyers and legal teams.
This position is hybrid and offers a work schedule of 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday) on-site preferably in an east coast 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 the Director of Practice Management for our Finance Department your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
<ul>
<li>Overseeing daily business operations including financial health, internal organization, business development, practice expansion/recruitment, fee earner supervision &amp; training.</li>
<li>Driving monthly meetings with Practice Group Leaders by setting strategic agendas that emphasize productivity, staffing, financial performance, business development opportunities, and collaboration across offices.</li>
<li>Supporting the creation/implementation of the practice groups' business &amp; marketing plans.</li>
<li>Overseeing the Department level review and approval process of all new matters in conjunction with the new matter intake process.</li>
<li>Manage the onboarding and offboarding processes for lawyers and business professionals.</li>
<li>Monitoring financial performance by reviewing financial reports/dashboards; managing non-billable expenses; and contributing to quarterly collection committees.</li>
<li>Ensuring paraprofessionals and closing coordinators receive appropriate supervision, along with continuous meaningful training and engagement.</li>
<li>Organizing agendas and programming for department meetings, including quarterly partner financial updates, all-fee earner sessions, monthly associate and attorney meetings, sessions for other lawyer classifications and planning and executing content for in-person events such as the Annual Meeting and Firm Seminar.</li>
<li>Conducting annual visits to each Ballard office with department presence; meeting individually with local Matter Billing Lawyers regarding metrics/business development.</li>
<li>Engaging Office Managing Partners and Directors on staffing, productivity and other local matters as needed.</li>
<li>Collaborating with the Marketing &amp; Business Development team and providing support for business plans and departmental goals, ensuring alignment with the budget, and reviewing and approving expenses.</li>
<li>Developing strategies with the Pricing and Profitability team for client arrangements and the Practice Operations team for use of innovation and technology tools to improve matter management and provide client value.</li>
<li>Collaborate with Attorney Career Advancement (ACA) for salary adjustments and bonuses, setting appropriate training curriculum for lawyers.</li>
<li>Participating in integration programs for lateral, promoted partners and counsel and lateral and entry-level associates; and identifying hiring lateral strategies by working closely with Department Leadership and recruiting teams and realize strategic goals. </li>
</ul>
What We're Looking For:
<ul>
<li>Leadership: Guide, influence, and inspire individuals to achieve shared objectives.</li>
<li>Prudence: Creative problem-solving ability plus sound judgment/discretion/confidentiality maintenance.</li>
<li>Growth Mindset: Self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning and problem-solving.</li>
<li>Communication: Exceptional 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 Bachelor's degree and at least 10 years of law firm experience are required; an advanced degree in law or business is a plus. To succeed in this position, you should demonstrate strong leadership and organizational abilities, as well as a thorough understanding of the legal industry and law firm management. Excellent interpersonal skills-including negotiation expertise, confidence, and professionalism at all levels-are essential. Proficiency with technology and experience designing or implementing new processes are also required. You must be able and willing to travel for office visits, events, or professional programs 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 $170,000 - $190,000 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.

Director of Practice Management

Department: Business and Transactions
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.
As a Trust and Estates Paralegal, you will play a vital role in managing estates and trusts, working closely under the guidance of a seasoned Business and Transactions lawyer. This hybrid position allows you to shine both in the office and beyond, with a flexible schedule of just three 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>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 Trusts and Estates Paralegal within our Private Client Services team, you will:
<ul>
<li>Prepare probate documents and related papers;</li>
<li>Identify, gather and arrange valuation of decedent's assets and perform tasks required to administer estates from probate through final settlement;</li>
<li>Maintain financial records for use in fiduciary accounting and tax preparation;</li>
<li>Prepare inheritance and estate tax returns, fiduciary accountings, tax projections and liquidity estimates; and</li>
<li>Prepare Distribution Schedules, Family Settlement Agreements and related documentation for settlement of estates and trusts</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:
Previous relevant experience in Trust and Estates; a bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred. Experience with accounting and tax preparation software such as OneSource/Zane, GEMs or ProSystem fx. Proficiency with Outlook, Word and Excel.
Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package. A summary of available benefits can be found <a href="https://www.ballardspahr.com/careers/staff" target="_blank">here</a> in the Careers section of the Firm's website.
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, Trusts & Estates

Department: Intellectual Property
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.
Are you ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our Intellectual Property (IP) Department and driving firm-wide practice management excellence? We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, and collaborative Director of Practice Management (DPM) who will leverage their strong business acumen to drive revenue growth and ensure sustained financial health for our Intellectual Property Department. This high-impact leadership position partners with the Chief Practice Management Officer and department leadership to advance operations, align strategic goals, and deliver exceptional support for all IP lawyers and legal teams.
This position is hybrid and offers a work schedule of 3 days a week on-site in our Philadelphia or Atlanta office.
Why Join Us? 
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Innovative Work Environment: Become part of a forward-thinking firm that enjoys substantial support and visibility from the firm's executive leadership.
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Professional Development: Take advantage of continuous learning opportunities and avenues for career growth.
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Inclusion: Join a Business Resource Group and share cultural, experiential, or job-related interests, experiences, and/or backgrounds.
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Impactful Contributions: Play a pivotal role in developing industry-leading solutions that make a significant difference in legal practice and client service.
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Your Role: 
As the Director of Practice Management for our IP Department your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
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Overseeing daily business operations including financial health, internal organization, business development, practice expansion/recruitment, fee earner supervision &amp; training.
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Working with Department Chair to drive regular meetings of the Department's senior members, lawyers, and Practice Group Leaders by setting strategic agendas that focus and advance productivity, staffing, financial performance, business development, and collaboration across offices.
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Supporting the creation/implementation of the practice groups' business and marketing plans.
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Overseeing the Department approval process of all new matters in conjunction with the new matter intake process.
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Managing the onboarding and offboarding processes for lawyers and business professionals.
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Monitoring financial performance by reviewing financial reports/dashboards; managing non-billable expenses; and contributing to quarterly collection committees.
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Overseeing docketing professional teams, with a focus on accuracy and process and system improvement.
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Ensuring paraprofessionals receive appropriate supervision, along with continuous meaningful training and engagement.
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Organizing agendas and programming for department meetings, including quarterly partner financial updates, all-fee earner sessions, monthly associate and attorney meetings, sessions for other lawyer classifications and planning and executing content for in-person events such as the Annual Meeting and Firm Seminar.
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Conducting annual visits to each Ballard office with department presence; meeting individually with local Matter Billing Lawyers regarding metrics/business development.
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Engaging Office Managing Partners and Directors on recruiting, staffing, productivity and other local matters as needed.
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Collaborating with the Marketing and Business Development team and providing support for business plans and departmental goals, ensuring alignment with the budget, and reviewing and approving expenses.
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Staying abreast of developments in legal technology and AI and integrate innovative tools into the Department's operations to enhance efficiency, profitability, and client value.
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Implementing technology and process improvements specific to IP practice management.
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Developing strategies with the Pricing and Profitability team for client arrangements.
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Collaborating with Attorney Career Advancement (ACA) for salary adjustments and bonuses and setting appropriate training curriculum for lawyers.
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Participating in recruiting and integration programs for lateral, promoted partners and counsel and lateral and entry-level associates; and identifying hiring lateral strategies by working closely with Department Leadership and recruiting teams.
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What We're Looking For:
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Leadership: Guide, influence, and inspire individuals to achieve shared objectives.
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Prudence: Creative problem-solving ability plus sound judgment, discretion, and protection of confidentiality.
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Growth Mindset: Self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning and problem-solving.
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Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
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Detail-Oriented: Keen attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.
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Required Experience:
A Bachelor's degree and at least 10 years of law firm experience are required; an advanced degree in law or business is a plus. Prior experience in intellectual property practice management, including familiarity with patent and trademark practice (including prosecution and litigation) and patent and trademark prosecution deadlines and systems, is required. To succeed in this position, you should demonstrate strong leadership and organizational abilities, a thorough understanding of the legal industry and law firm management, and strong financial literacy, including experience with budgeting, profitability analysis, and strategies to improve revenue performance and profitability. Excellent interpersonal skills-including negotiation expertise, confidence, and professionalism at all levels-are essential. Proficiency with technology and experience designing or implementing new processes are required. You must be able and willing to travel for office visits, events, or professional programs as needed.
Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package. A summary of available benefits can be found <a href="https://www.ballardspahr.com/careers/staff" target="_blank">here</a> in the Careers section of the Firm's website.
 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: 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.
Ballard Spahr LLP has an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal administrative assistant (legal secretary) with demonstrated litigation, technical and administrative skills to work in the Los Angeles office. This role provides 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. The successful candidate will be expected to train and mentor junior LAAs and LSAs. Working collaboratively with a team of LAAs, this position shares overflow responsibility and supports all timekeepers assigned to the team. This position is hybrid and offers a work schedule of 3 days a week in the office. 
Why Join Us? 
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<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>
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Your Role: 
As a Legal Administrative Assistant within our Litigation Department, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
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<li>Preparing documents for state and federal court filings, including discovery requests and responses, letters, pleadings, motions and documents.</li>
<li>E-filing in various state and federal courts, both trial and appellate.</li>
<li>Creating electronic files, preparing and processing correspondence, memoranda and complex legal documents, and performing other administrative functions.</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>Interacting effectively, courteously and professionally with clients, attorneys, staff and peers. </li>
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What We're Looking For: 
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<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>
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Required Experience:
This position requires a minimum of 5 years of general litigation experience. Experience with real estate transactions is a plus. A high degree of proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, is essential. Candidates must have experience supporting attorneys in complex litigation. Experience with e-filing, document management systems (such as NetDocs), and time and billing systems is required; Elite experience is a plus.
The salary range for this position is from $85,000 - $97,000, which reflects the Firm's good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay will depend on several factors such as the candidate's experience and qualifications.
Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package. A summary of available benefits can be found <a href="https://www.ballardspahr.com/careers/staff" target="_blank">here</a> in the Careers section of the firm's website.
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: Office Administration 
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.
Join our dynamic team as the Office Administrator for our Phoenix office, which includes over 30 lawyers. Reporting to the Chief of Real Estate and Office Operations, you will manage support staff, oversee office services and facilities, and lead key initiatives for both the firm and office. You will collaborate with a talented management team-including Administrators from other offices and chiefs from various administrative departments-and engage daily with lawyers and professionals in a stimulating, rewarding environment. We are seeking a leader who excels at creative thinking, problem-solving, and driving positive change.
Apply now to make a meaningful impact! This position is primarily on site, with flexibility to work remotely periodically.
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 the Office Administrator in our Phoenix office, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
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<li>Creating and executing systems, processes, policies, and procedures for all aspects of office operations</li>
<li>Creating and monitoring the office's budget</li>
<li>Overseeing space utilization, facilities management, and construction projects</li>
<li>Coordinating and supervising office event planning and execution</li>
<li>Managing community engagement activities, including charitable giving campaigns and community service initiatives</li>
<li>Supporting the Office Managing Partner on office initiatives</li>
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What We're Looking For:
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<li>Leadership: Guide, influence, and inspire individuals to achieve shared objectives.</li>
<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 bachelor's degree and prior experience in a law firm or other professional services environment are required. Qualified candidates will possess strong leadership, organizational, client service, and oral and written communication skills. Candidates should also have experience in facilities management, budget planning and control, project management, as well as personnel management and development.
Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package. A summary of available benefits can be found <a href="https://www.ballardspahr.com/careers/staff" target="_blank">here</a> in the Careers section of the firm's website.
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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