We are seeking an associate with three to five years of experience to join our Government Affairs and Public Policy practice group in Washington, D.C. Qualified candidates will assist in providing strategic counsel and compliance advice to clients on matters related to political and election law with a focus on lobbying and public policy, campaign finance, government ethics, and non-profit law. Knowledge of the Federal Election Campaign Act, Lobbying Disclosure Act, Foreign Agents Registration Act, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, and Ethics in Government Act, as well as state and federal pay-to-play laws, is ideal. Our nationally-recognized group of partners, associates and compliance professionals collaborates to provide legal counsel to a diverse clientele, including corporations, trade associations, nonprofit organizations, advocacy groups, political committees, candidates, and officeholders. Strong written and oral communication skills, organization, and teamwork are essential in this position. This is an excellent opportunity for professional growth in a collegial environment of a national firm. Active bar license in DC is required. 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 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 and members of the LGBTQAI+ community, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 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. Not open to search firms