Commercial Litigation Associate - New Jersey, New York or Philadelphia

Our New Jersey, New York or Philadelphia office is seeking an associate with three to six years of experience to join our strong commercial litigation practice. Ideal candidates will have experience in complex litigation with a strong knowledge of the rules of civil procedure and evidence, and exposure to investigations and/or white collar matters is a plus. This is an excellent opportunity to join a sophisticated nationwide litigation practice and work in a dynamic, expanding, and team-oriented atmosphere. Our Litigation Department is our largest department and represents a wide range of local, national and international clients in all types of complex litigation, and regularly represents clients in local, state and federal courts, at both the trial and appellate levels. Qualified candidates will have superior academic credentials, communication skills, and written work product. Active bar license in NJ, NY or PA is preferred. The estimated target salary range for this position is $205,000 - $300,000. Salary determinations are dependent upon a candidate’s relevant skills and experience, geographic location, licensure, market demands and other factors. Ballard Spahr strives to offer a complete compensation and benefits package for attorneys. 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. Note open to search firms at this time