Privacy & Data Security Litigation Associate - Minneapolis

Ballard Spahr LLP is seeking a mid-level associate to join its Privacy and Data Security Litigation Practice in Minneapolis. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of relevant litigation experience, either through a law firm or clerkship. Excellent writing skills, attention to detail, and strong academic credentials are required. Our Privacy and Data Security group represents a wide range of local, national and international clients in individual and class action claims related to privacy and cybersecurity matters.

Ideally, the firm seeks a candidate with experience in matters involving the Federal Wiretap Act, California Invasion of Privacy Act, Video Privacy Protection Act, and other similar privacy statutes.

This is an excellent opportunity for professional growth in a collegial team environment of a national law firm. Active bar license in Minnesota, or the ability to waive in, is required. The base salary for this position will range from $210,000 - $245,000, depending upon experience.

Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package which includes medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage; life insurance, short and long-term disability; and a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Additional benefits provided are health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and a health savings account; firm subsidized emergency child and elder care services; family and medical leave; employee assistance program; and a pre-tax transportation program.

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.

We are accepting search firm submissions for this position from search firms with which we have active fee agreements in place. For questions or more information, please contact Zac Ottoson, Manager of Legal Recruiting, at