Litigation Associate - White Collar Defense & Internal Investigations
Full Time
New York, NY
Posted
Job description
Ballard Spahr's New York office is seeking a litigation associate with three to five years of experience to join its highly regarded White Collar Defense & Internal Investigations Group. Qualified candidates will have experience in federal or state court litigation; past criminal experience, such as criminal prosecution or criminal defense work, is strongly preferred. Qualified applicants also will have experience with government and internal investigations focused on alleged corporate misconduct, such as allegations by the Department of Justice or Securities & Exchange Commission of securities fraud, money laundering and corruption. Our White Collar Defense & Internal Investigations Group represents a wide range of corporate and individual clients in all types of complex litigation and investigations, and the Group regularly practices in local, state and federal courts, at both the trial and appellate levels. This is an excellent opportunity for professional growth in a collegial environment. Exceptional academic credentials, as well as superior research, writing and argument skills are required, as is admission to the New York bar. Clerkship and courtroom experience are strongly preferred.
Ballard Spahr LLP is a more than 600 lawyer firm with 15 offices across the U.S. and is committed to ensuring diversity in its workplace, and candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package which includes medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage; life insurance, short and long-term disability; 401(k) retirement savings plan; and a generous paid time off program. Additional benefits provided are health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and a health savings account; firm subsidized emergency child and elder care services; family and medical leave; employee assistance program; and a pre-tax transportation program. Salaries for this position may be from $225,000 to $270,000, depending on level of experience.
The health, safety and well-being of our Ballard community is a top priority. Therefore, all lawyers and staff are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment. In connection with this policy, we will require proof of vaccination. We believe this is the best way for us to fulfill our legal obligation to provide a safe workplace, which has been and continues to be a top priority as we manage the many challenges of the pandemic. If you have any questions regarding the firm’s vaccination policy, please contact our Chief Human Resources Officer, John DiBattista, at dibattistaj@ballardspahr.com.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit for long periods of time. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Push, pull and lift up to 40 pounds. Intermittent standing, walking, bending and stooping. Typing ability for the use of a personal computer.
- The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions.
This Job Description describes the general content and requirements for the position. It is not an exhaustive statement of the essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements of the job; they may change from time to time and are dictated by the needs of the firm and the managers to whom the employee will report. Employment is at will. Ballard Spahr may change the functions and responsibilities of the position at any time, and it may reassign the employee to another department in its sole discretion.
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