Political Law Associate | Washington, D.C.

Ballard Spahr LLP is seeking a highly qualified associate to join our Government Affairs and Public Policy practice group in Washington, D.C. Qualified candidates will have 4 to 6 years’ relevant experience. In this role, an Associate 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, or the ability to waive in immediately, is required. 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 your resume, transcript, writing sample, and cover letter (optional) 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 $250,000 – $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. We welcome your participation. Please contact Kathryn J. Ball, at ballk@ballardspahr.com prior to submitting any potential lateral associate candidates. Unless otherwise stated or agreed to, Ballard Spahr will not accept unsolicited candidate submissions from outside agencies or search firms.