Ballard Spahr LLP, which recently combined with Lane Powell PC, is seeking a mid-level to rising senior associate to join its commercial litigation practice in Portland, Oregon. The ideal candidate will have five (5) to seven (7) years of direct litigation experience at a law firm or in combination with a clerkship. We are particularly looking for someone with excellent writing skills, experience managing e-discovery and motions, and strong academic credentials.
Our Litigation Department 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. This is an excellent opportunity for professional growth in a collegial environment of a national law firm. We provide hands-on, collaborative experience across all stages of litigation, including strategy and fact development, drafting pleadings and motions, discovery, argument practice, and participation in hearings and trial. Admission to practice in Oregon, or the ability to waive in promptly, is also required. Active admission in Washington, or the ability to waive in promptly, is also strongly preferred.
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit a resume, unofficial law school transcript, relevant 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 $245,000 to $275,000, 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. Effective January 1, 2027, the annual salary range for this position will be $270,000 to $300,000.
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.
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 [redacted] for candidate submissions.
