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100 Light Street
19th Floor
Baltimore, MD 21202
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T: 410.685.1120
F: 410.547.0699
Email: contact@bakerdonelson.com

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Managing Shareholder

 
Jennifer L. Curry
T: 410.862.1183
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Office Administrator

 
Tracey Phoebus
T: 410.862.1111
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Baltimore is a major city in Maryland with a long history as an important seaport. It is also the home of Ober|Kaler, a highly-regarded firm that became part of Baker Donelson in January 2017. The combination resulted in the third largest and most dynamic health practice in the country.

Since 1903, Ober|Kaler shared – and contributed to – the prosperity and history of the Mid-Atlantic region. Headquartered in Baltimore's downtown business district with the world-famous Inner Harbor as our backdrop, Ober|Kaler began with the practices of Albert C. Ritchie and Stuart S. Janney, two attorneys whose legacies are remembered today. Ritchie was elected governor of Maryland in 1920 and returned to the firm after an unprecedented four terms in office. After World War I, Frank B. Ober and Robert W. Williams joined the firm, which was then renamed Ritchie, Janney, Ober & Williams.

In 1969, the merger of Ober, Williams & Grimes, as the firm was then known, with Cross, Shriver, Bright & Washburne doubled our size and resulted in a new name: Ober, Grimes & Shriver. The period between 1969 and 1990 marked a time of moderate but deliberate growth in the number of lawyers at the firm, including a 1983 merger with an established Washington, D.C. practice that brought a national presence in tax, administrative, regulatory and corporate law, and provided essential new resources for the nationally expanding firm. In 2003, the firm sent its second governor to Annapolis, as Robert L. Ehrlich Jr. became the 60th governor of the State of Maryland.

Today, Baker Donelson's Baltimore-based health, litigation, business, construction and finance practices are among the most prominent in the United States. The office's 100-plus attorneys continue their vision of client service and our core values of quality, integrity, respect and commitment to our communities.

In 2022, the Baltimore office launched The Light of Baltimore Incubator at Baker Donelson, a partnership with Johns Hopkins University, Bloomberg Philanthropies, and Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses, to support HopkinsLocal businesses and other area local small businesses. As part of the program, Baker Donelson donated the entire 23rd floor of its Baltimore office to a diverse group of 30 small Baltimore businesses in a wide variety of industries.

Baker Donelson's Baltimore office is located in the 100 Light Street Building (formerly the Transamerica Building). Visitors to our Baltimore office must show i.d. when entering the building. Download visitor information here.

Experienced Litigation Paralegal - Any Office Location

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, P.C. has an immediate opening for an experienced Litigation Paralegal. This position may be based at any office location within the Firm's footprint. The position offers flexibility, including the opportunity to work remotely, with occasional travel to one of our offices required for training, trial preparation, and other in-person events.

Qualified candidates must possess a bachelor's degree and/or a paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program, along with a minimum of five years of litigation experience. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to work independently and will demonstrate strong experience in managing, organizing, and reviewing complex litigation documents, including proficiency in Relativity or similar document review platforms. Familiarity with collaboration and productivity tools such as Microsoft Teams and Asana is strongly preferred.

The Litigation Paralegal will provide comprehensive support to trial counsel across all stages of litigation, from initial investigation through trial and resolution. Responsibilities include drafting correspondence, pleadings, discovery materials, and other litigation-related documents; conducting thorough factual investigations; assisting attorneys in preparation for depositions, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials; and providing direct support during trial proceedings.

Candidates should be proficient with electronic and paper filing procedures in both state and federal courts, possess a thorough working knowledge of relevant court rules, and be adept at navigating court websites and conducting effective legal research.

Strong organizational abilities, excellent interpersonal skills, and effective oral and written communication are critical to success in this role. The ability to efficiently manage multiple projects and priorities for different attorneys simultaneously is essential. Additionally, candidates must be willing to work overtime and travel for trials as required. Prior experience accurately recording billable hours is necessary.

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes only accepted for job posted. Please click here to apply.

Thank you for submitting your resume.  After our hiring committee has had a chance to review all candidates for this position, we will reach out to only those that will be moving on to the next step in our recruiting process.  We appreciate your interest in the position and will contact you if further action is necessary.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and all employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression and marital status.

Baker Donelson offers a comprehensive benefits package to qualifying employees that includes, but is not limited to, the following:

·       Health Insurance

·       Dental Insurance

·       Vision Insurance

·       Life Insurance

·       Long-Term Disability Insurance

·       Paid medical leave

·       New Parent Benefits

·       Paid Time Off

·       401(k) Matching

The salary range for New Jersey, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. applicants is $85,000 - $97,500.

Legal Project Manager - Any Office Location

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC has an immediate opening for a Legal Project Manager within the Firm's Client Solutions Group. This position may be based at any office location in the Firm's footprint.

Our Firm

With a 130-year legacy, Baker Donelson offers highly qualified professionals the opportunity to join a collaborative, client-focused firm that is committed to delivering exceptional results across a broad spectrum of legal and policy matters. Our more than 700 attorneys and public policy advisors, connected across 20+ offices and 30 practice areas, provide seamless, knowledgeable guidance to clients of all sectors and sizes – from Fortune 50 corporations and international conglomerates to regional start-ups. At Baker Donelson, we prioritize a deep understanding of our clients’ businesses, enabling us to anticipate needs and serve as trusted business partners. Our culture is defined by a commitment to inclusion and innovation, supported by advanced technology and comprehensive professional development. Join us and become part of a dynamic environment where your skills and perspectives are valued, and where you can make a meaningful impact on clients’ successes and your own professional growth.

The Client Solutions Group

This position is in Baker Donelson’s Client Solutions Group. The Client Solutions Group is a close-knit collective of lawyers, technologists, and consultants who work side by side to reinvent how legal services are delivered. Built on more than two decades of industry-defining firsts—from proprietary project-management tools to AI-driven drafting and diligence—we relentlessly pursue fresh ideas that translate into measurable data-driven client value. As part of our team, you will collaborate with nationally recognized subject matter experts in technology, data analytics, pricing, project management, artificial intelligence, process improvement, knowledge management, and legal operations to design bespoke solutions for leading corporate legal departments, while building direct relationships with outside client teams and engaging with the attorneys leading internal client teams, Firm leadership, and other business services departments across the Firm. We nurture a culture that prizes curiosity, celebrates every voice, and accelerates professional growth, ensuring your innovations receive the spotlight they deserve. If you are ready to shape the next chapter of legal service delivery, we invite you to join us and transform possibility into practice.

Position

The Legal Project Manager (LPM) partners closely with the Legal Process Engineering team and the firm’s attorneys to drive cutting-edge client portfolio implementations and ongoing management that power the Firm’s growth.  This position will report to a Director – Legal Process Engineer on the CSG team. Leveraging exceptional project management acumen, the LPM orchestrates a variety of high-impact initiatives, including legal operations optimization, knowledge management advancements, innovation pilots, process improvements, and the rollout of matter-collaboration technologies, delivering measurable value to attorneys and clients alike. In this role, the LPM captures and analyzes key data, distills actionable insights, and presents concise updates that inform strategic decision-making across client portfolios.

Key Responsibilities. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Portfolio and Project Management
    • Develop deep expertise in the Firm’s project management methods, both general best practices and our BakerManage approach.
    • Help build and roll out collaboration and case-management tools (e.g., MS 365, SharePoint, HighQ).
    • Gather requirements, draft statements of work, set up matter management platforms, train users, and provide ongoing support.
    • Collect project data, analyze results, and create client-facing reports.
    • Monitor client portfolios to enforce billing guidelines, track matter updates, generate reports, and manage budgets or pricing.
  • Process Improvement and Legal Operations
    • Learn and use proven process improvement and legal operations practices.
    • Help carry out process improvement projects for client portfolios.
    • Support clients’ day-to-day legal operations functions.
  • Client Solutions Group Coordination (Data Capture, Training & Practice)
    • Work with LPEs to carry out and capture institutional data hygiene responsibilities, including memorializing final pricing decisions and CSG projects and initiative metrics.
    • With LPE oversight, develop content and presentations focusing on CSG programs and solutions for use in RFP responses and internal and external trainings.
    • Conduct portfolio management trainings with a focus on technologies, reporting, and tools.
  • Perform other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned.

Qualifications (Experience and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities). 

Experience and Knowledge

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in a relevant field
  • Law degree from accredited law school preferred
  • Valid license to practice law preferred
  • Legal practice experience preferred
  • Project Management Institute (PMI) member or project management professional certification or willingness to obtain
  • Process improvement methodology certification (e.g., Lean or Six Sigma) or willingness to obtain
  • Preferred experience with litigation/transactional support technology
  • Preferred experience with implementation of a project management or knowledge management technology

Skills

  • Strong leadership, managerial, and organizational skills.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication and presentation skills with stakeholders at every level.

Abilities

  • Self-motivated and goal-oriented individual.
  • Adaptability, flexibility, and the ability to maintain effectiveness during change.
  • Meticulous attention to detail.
  • Ability to prioritize competing deadlines.
  • Ability to work flexible/extended hours when necessary.
  • “Do whatever it takes” attitude.

Location/Hybrid/Remote Work

This position may be based in any office location within the Firm's footprint. This position offers flexibility, including the opportunity to work under a hybrid/remote model.

Compensation, Benefits, and Resources

We understand the invaluable role that intelligent and motivated individuals play in the success of our Firm and serving our clients, so we look for the best and brightest. Our employees enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits, corporate discounts and a working environment of belonging.

The Firm’s comprehensive benefits package includes, but is not limited to, the following: 

  • Health Insurance 
  • Dental Insurance 
  • Vision Insurance 
  • Life Insurance 
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance 
  • Paid Medical Leave
  • New Parent Benefits 
  • Paid Time Off 
  • 401(k) Matching 

Baker Donelson knows that the happiest and most engaged employees are employees who feel supported. When you are able to take time to enjoy life outside of the office, you are able to focus on providing excellent service to clients and one another while at work. That is why we take great measures to provide our employees with programs and perks that help guide them in their wellness journeys, including many personal and professional resources.

Salary Range

For positions in Baltimore, Maryland, Washington, D.C., and New Jersey, the salary range for this positing is: $60,000-$70,000.

The range for this position will be based on information collected during the interview process. The amount will depend on several considerations such as your experience, skills, our current business needs, and market conditions. Salary is only one part of the overall compensation package. Candidates may also be eligible for other comprehensive medical and financial benefits and resources, including 401(k) participation and paid time off. If an offer is extended, additional information around benefits will be provided.

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes only accepted for job posted. Please click here to apply.

Thank you for submitting your resume. After our hiring committee has had a chance to review candidates for this position, we will reach out to only those that will be moving on to the next step in our recruiting process.  We appreciate your interest in the position and will contact you if further action is necessary.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and all employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression and marital status.

Traditional Labor Shareholder – Any Office Location (#807)

The law firm of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, P.C. seeks a shareholder-level attorney with significant experience in traditional labor law to join our nationally-recognized Labor & Employment practice. Ideal applicants should have a minimum of 10 years of experience in traditional labor law, with deep management-side labor experience, looking to build and grow a practice within a collaborative and entrepreneurial firm culture. Applicants must have a self-sustaining portable book of business and have a demonstrated track record of success representing employers. This is a unique opportunity to develop and lead the Firm’s traditional labor capabilities across industries and our geographic footprint. Admission to practice in the state where the attorney will be based required. For consideration, click here to apply.

Business Transactional Tax Attorney – Any Office Location (#808)

The law firm of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, P.C. seeks a shareholder or counsel-level Business Transactional Tax attorney to join its thriving Business Department. The ideal candidate should have at least 10 years of relevant corporate and transactional tax experience and serve as a trusted advisor for internal and external firm clients. For consideration, please click here.

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