Ballard Spahr LLP

Effective January 1, 2025, Lane Powell and Ballard Spahr have combined to form a nationally recognized firm of more than 750 lawyers across 18 U.S. offices. This historic combination marks a new chapter in Lane Powell’s 150-year legacy, continuing its tradition of legal excellence and innovation while embracing expanded opportunities.

Together, the firms bring a robust presence in key markets, decades of experience, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional client service. With enhanced resources and geographic reach, the combined firm remains dedicated to advancing a culture of diversity, inclusion, and community engagement, ensuring clients benefit from comprehensive and forward-thinking counsel.

Recent Firm News & Legal Updates

Legal Marketing Association Conference 2025

May 16, 2025

(L-R) Geneva Granatstein of Ballard Spahr LLP (Washington, USA), Ariana Seales of Campbells (Cayman Islands), Sheenika Gandhi of Greenberg Gusker LLP (California, USA), and Tina Chen of Arnold & Porter (Washington, DC, USA) met up at the Legal Marketing...

Thought Leadership Argentina, USA - Washington

Legal Practice in the Age of AI: How Artificial Intelligence is Reshaping Law in Argentina and the United States

March 7, 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized numerous industries, and the legal field is undergoing a similar transformation. In 2024, we have seen how AI tools are increasingly shaping legal practice, from automating routine administrative tasks to supporting judicial decision-making.

Member Firm News USA - Washington

Ballard Spahr and Lane Powell Finalize Combination

January 6, 2025

Ballard Spahr and Lane Powell have completed their combination effective January 1, 2025—creating a firm of more than 750 lawyers in 18 U.S. offices.

Legal Updates USA - Washington

Court Stops FTC Noncompete Rule: What Should Employers Do Now?

September 3, 2024

In April 2024, the Federal Trade Commission issued a nationwide rule banning noncompete agreements starting on September 4 — on August 20, a federal judge in Texas issued a sweeping decision that prevents the FTC’s Noncompete Rule from taking effect.

Legal Updates USA - Washington

Staying Compliant: Recent Employment Law Changes Impacting Oregon and Washington Senior Living Communities

June 21, 2024

It has been a busy 2024 for federal agencies and the Oregon and Washington legislatures, which have ushered in new laws and regulations that affect employer-employee relationships in senior living communities.

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