White Collar Litigation & Investigations Associate – New York

Ballard Spahr LLP is seeking a highly qualified associate to join its White Collar Defense & Internal Investigations Group in New York. Qualified candidates will have 3 to 6 years’ experience in White Collar and/or related Commercial litigation. In addition, 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, is highly preferred.  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.

How to Apply:

Ballard Spahr is a nationally recognized law firm with more than 750 lawyers across 19 offices in the United States. A career at Ballard Spahr means joining a team of talented mentors, colleagues, and friends, supported by strong leadership that actively encourages professional growth.

To apply, please submit a resume, unofficial law school transcript, writing sample, and (optional) cover letter through our online application system. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Compensation and Benefits:

The salary range for this position is from $230,000 to 320,000, 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.

In addition to the salary for this position, lawyers may be eligible for an incentive bonus program and/or a profit-sharing bonus program.

Ballard Spahr also offers an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, short and long-term disability, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, paid time off, ten paid holidays and an employee assistance program. A detailed summary of available benefits can be found here on our Careers website.

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.

SEARCH FIRMS: We are accepting search firm submissions for this position from search firms with which we have active fee agreements in place. Please contact Zachary Ottoson at ottosonz@ballardspahr.com for candidate submissions.