King & Spalding LLP
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Focusing on litigation, regulatory, and transactional work, King & Spalding’s Atlanta roots set a tone of “southern hospitality” throughout the firm. Come for the collegiality and mentorship, stay for the free Coca Cola. The firm is now organized into three large practice groups: Trial & Global Disputes (Litigation); Corporate, Finance & Investments (Transactional), and Government Matters (Regulatory/Investigations). The firm counsels clients across myriad industries, including automotive, transportation, a...
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King & Spalding casts a wide net in recruiting new associates—both local law schools and T14 law schools are represented in its class. The firm is ultimately looking for well-rounded candidates with impressive grades and a positive attitude. Candidates should be ready to answer some behavioral questions and also to substantively discuss their intended practice area as well as why they want to work at King & Spalding specifically. The firm has an amiable vibe, and partners are approachable and willing to take time to mentor and provide feedback to associates. Some associates wish there was more insight into firm decision-making from those at the top, especially in terms of promotion to partner. That said, associates have noticed improvements in transparency lately a...
Over its 130-year history, King & Spalding has branched far from its Southern roots to open offices across the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, giving West Coast and Northeastern firms a run for their money. With stellar corporate and litigation practices, the firm counts among its longtime clients Atlanta-based Coca-Cola—a history of partnership evidenced by the old-fashioned soda fountains found in some K&S offices.
A King Rises
In 1885, Alex C. King and Jack J. Spalding founded what eventually became Atlanta’s largest law firm. Among the firm’s early matters was extensive service for the railroad industry—a crucial factor in Atlanta’s post-Civil War rebuilding. And like true royalty, the firm was rich in connections—in 1918, King was appo...