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Department: Information Technology
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 provides support and encouragement for career growth.
We seek an Innovation Solutions Developer to integrate and leverage various low-code/no-code technologies to improve legal processes and client relationships. This includes online collaboration, case management, business intelligence, and legal process workflow. This individual will demonstrate technological proficiency, including implementing solutions to automate routine administrative tasks. Other responsibilities are to work cooperatively with internal and external clients to ensure the highest level of effectiveness and efficiency of work production.
Come and work for a firm where our team is committed to revolutionizing the practice of law and client service through cutting-edge technology. Our dedication to innovation has been recognized by The Legal Intelligencer, The Financial Times, BTI Consulting Group, and the National Law Journal.
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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Diversity, Equity, and 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 a Innovation Solutions Developer within our Information Technology-Innovation Department, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
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Builds, supports, and reports on custom legal practice technology solutions.
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Conducts demonstrations of Ballard360 solutions with new attorneys and/or clients.
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Develops reusable routines, methodologies, and documentation for extracting and analyzing data for clients and legal teams in a manner they can understand and use.
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Develops and produces documentation for our technologies and processes to improve product sustainability.
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Identifies innovative ways to deliver value to clients through the creation of technologies and processes.
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What We're Looking For: 
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Energetic, detail-oriented individuals who are able to manage multiple priorities and understand the cycle of a transaction.
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Proactive, a self-starter, and generates innovative ideas, approaches, and solutions.
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Demonstrates the ability to listen, understand information and ideas presented, and use analytical skills to interpret the issue at hand and develop applicable or appropriate recommendations and solutions.
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Keeps informed of emerging trends within the legal technology industry and helps identify technology partners and trends that the firm should include in its overall innovation strategy.
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Possesses an advanced degree of proficiency in the firm's enterprise applications and document management system, including but not limited to iManage/NetDocuments, Adobe PDF and other practice area solutions, as appropriate.
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Required Experience:
Four-year college degree or a combination of education and related experience. A JD is a plus. Previous experience working in a law firm or professional services environment is preferred. Experience building and supporting, and reporting on custom legal practice technology solutions. At least one year of development experience with Microsoft SharePoint, Power Platform (Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps and Dataverse) or comparable low-code application development required. This position is remote, with the expectation to come in the office and travel when needed.
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.
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 $105,000 - $120,000 depending upon experience and location. 
Ballard Spahr is committed to increasing diversity in the legal profession and to supporting the communities where we live and work. People from all backgrounds are valued and integrated into every part of the firm. Diverse candidates including women, people of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and individuals with a disability are encouraged to apply.
The firm is not accepting resumes from search firms for this position.
Ballard Spahr is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse environment. The firm encourages applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to 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.

Ballard Spahr LLP

Innovation Solutions Developer

Department: Information Technology
About Us:
Ballard Spahr is a renowned national law firm with 750 lawyers and more than 500 business professionals and paralegals across 18 offices in the United States. A career at Ballard Spahr offers a diverse group of mentors, colleagues, friends, and strong leadership that provides support and encouragement for career growth.
We are seeking a SQL Server Database Administrator to support our SQL Server database systems in test and production environments, both on-premise and in the cloud. Other responsibilities include ensuring backups are performed properly, monitoring performance and key system resources, and establishing and enforcing database policies.
Come and work for a firm where our team is committed to revolutionizing the practice of law and client service through cutting-edge technology. Our dedication to innovation has been recognized by The Legal Intelligencer, The Financial Times, BTI Consulting Group, and the National Law Journal.
Why Join Us? 
<ul>
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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.
</li>
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Professional Development: Take advantage of continuous learning opportunities and avenues for career growth.
</li>
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Diversity, Equity, and 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 a Senior Database Administrator within our Information Technology Department, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
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Designing, configuring, and supporting database servers
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Monitoring and troubleshooting to effectively diagnose database problems
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Documenting all programs &amp; systems, including system changes and maintenance plans
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Planning for future SQL database needs
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Working with the applications team on the installation and testing of prospective applications and making recommendations for implementation.
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What We're Looking For: 
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Energetic, detail-oriented individuals who are able to manage multiple priorities and understand the cycle of a transaction.
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Proactive self-starters with demonstrated experience maintaining high quality work products in a fast-paced environment and within time constraints.
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Strong writing and proofreading skills, oral communication skills, research, organizational and interpersonal skills.
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A proven track record in preparing project schedules and monitoring deadlines and deliverables from various project parties.
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The ability to work beyond the standard scheduled hours, as needed.
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Required Experience:
Four-year college degree or a combination of education and related experience and 7+ years of relevant experience as a database administrator. Previous experience working in a law firm or professional services environment is preferred. Certification in MS SQL preferred.
 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.
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 $90,000 - $110,000 depending upon experience and location.
Ballard Spahr is committed to increasing diversity in the legal profession and to supporting the communities where we live and work. People from all backgrounds are valued and integrated into every part of the firm. Diverse candidates including women, people of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and individuals with a disability are encouraged to apply.
The firm is not accepting resumes from search firms for this position.
Ballard Spahr is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse environment. The firm encourages applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to 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.

Senior Database Administrator

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 has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant (LAA) with strong technical and administrative skills to join the Litigation department in the Las Vegas 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.
</li>
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Join a Business Resource Group and share cultural, experiential, or job-related interests, experiences, and/or backgrounds.
</li>
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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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</ul>
Your Role: 
The selected individual will assume responsibility with minimal supervision, exercise initiative and judgment to make decisions within the scope of their assigned authority, and both champion and practice collaboration with all firm members and clients. The assistant will work collaboratively to anticipate and respond timely to the needs of the assigned LAA Team and its included fee earners and clients. This position offers a hybrid work schedule of 4 days a week onsite in the Las Vegas office.
As a Legal Administrative Assistant on our Litigation team, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
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Preparing documents for state, federal and appellate court filings, and e-filing in various state, federal and appellate courts.
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Maintaining and processing case information, managing the progression of cases to final disposition.
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Creating electronic files, preparing and processing correspondence, memoranda and complex legal documents, and performing other administrative functions. 
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Administrative duties include scheduling meetings and appointments, maintaining attorney calendars and contact information.
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New client intake and file maintenance utilizing the firm's electronic records management system.
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Billing, travel coordination and expense reimbursement.
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What We're Looking For: 
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Growth Mindset: Self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning and problem-solving.
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Communication: Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
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Detail-Oriented: Keen attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.
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Judgement and Problem Solving Skills: Thinks strategically, giving careful attention to detail.
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Required Experience:
This position requires a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience and a high degree of proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience supporting attorneys in Consumer Financial Services, Corporate Governance and Complex Litigation attorneys is preferred. Must be familiar with the rules, procedures, and filing requirements of Nevada State, federal and appellate courts, e-filing, and the daily operations of a commercial litigation practice. Experience with document management, time and billing systems a plus.
Ready to Grow with Us?
If you are ready to play a vital role in the Firm's success, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our commitment to excellence.
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 $55,000 - $65,000 depending upon experience and location.
Ballard Spahr is committed to increasing diversity in the legal profession and to supporting the communities where we live and work. People from all backgrounds are valued and integrated into every part of the firm. Diverse candidates including women, people of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and individuals with a disability are encouraged to apply.
The firm is not accepting resumes from search firms for this position.
Ballard Spahr is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse environment. The firm encourages applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to 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.

Legal Administrative Assistant

Department: Unassigned
About Us: Ballard Spahr is a renowned national law firm with more than 500 professional staff and paralegals across 15 offices in the United States. A career at Ballard Spahr offers a diverse group of mentors, colleagues, and friends, and strong leadership that provides support and encouragement for career growth.
We have an exciting opportunity available in our Washington DC 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, with an option to work a hybrid schedule of 4 days a week in the office after 6 months.
Why Join Us?
<ul>
<li>
Innovative Work Environment: Become part of a forward-thinking firm that enjoys substantial support and visibility from the firm's executive leadership.
</li>
<li>
Professional Development: Take advantage of continuous learning opportunities and avenues for career growth.
</li>
<li>
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Join a Business Resource Group and share cultural, experiential, or job-related interests, experiences, and/or backgrounds.
</li>
<li>
Impactful Contributions: Play a pivotal role in developing industry-leading solutions that make a significant difference in legal practice and client service.
</li>
</ul>
Your Role: 
As a Legal Support Assistant, you will assist with general and legal administrative responsibilities such as:
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preparing, formatting, and editing correspondence and documents
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Bates numbering / legal keying / transcriptions / quick research projects
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running reports
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filing documents manually and electronically
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entering time and preparing and submitting expense reports.
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What We're Looking For: 
A proactive self-starter; able to work well both independently and within the Legal Support team. Strong administrative, time management, organizational, communication and diplomacy skills to handle tasks with keen attention to detail. Demonstrated flexibility in responding to daily workflow demands, and maintain the confidentiality of client and firm matters. The ability to produce high-quality work product in a fast-paced environment.
Required Experience:
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, college degree a plus and prior law firm or professional services experience preferred. Candidates should be comfortable working in a large professional environment, and have working knowledge of the firm's computer applications, document management system, and Microsoft Office, particularly with Word, Excel, and Outlook. Excellent technical, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills are essential to be successful in this position.
Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package which includes medical, fertility benefits, travel and lodging expenses, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage; life insurance, short and long-term disability; 401(k) retirement savings plan with a firm contribution and match; and a generous paid time off program. Additional benefits provided are health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and a health savings account; paid parental leave, firm subsidized emergency child and elder care services; family and medical leave; employee assistance program; and a pre-tax transportation program. Time worked in excess of 40 hours per week will be paid at time and one-half of the hourly rate. The salary range for this position is from $50,000 - $53,000 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.
Ballard Spahr is committed to increasing diversity in the legal profession and to supporting the communities where we live and work. People from all backgrounds are valued and integrated into every part of the firm. Diverse candidates including women, people of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and individuals with a disability are encouraged to apply.
The firm is not accepting resumes from search firms for this position.
Ballard Spahr is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse environment. The firm encourages applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.

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