The program is overseen by Cathy O'Neil, the Part-Time Coordinating Partner, appointed by the firm's Policy Committee. She advises the firm's part-time lawyers in shaping and implementing suitable arrangements with their Practice Group Leaders. Ms. O'Neil also regularly meets with Practice Group Leaders to ensure consistency and application of the part-time program across practice groups and offices. Each arrangement is unique to each lawyers needs and requirements. All part-time arrangements are structured to achieve a two-way commitment of both obligation and respect between the firm and the lawyer.
To qualify for the part-time program, a lawyer must have at least two years of experience in the practice of law, either here at King & Spalding or in a prior position. This ensures that all our lawyers have devoted their full-time and attention to learning the basics of the profession.
King & Spalding is proud of its part-time program and is committed to providing a work environment that is flexible in meeting the needs of our lawyers, the firm itself and, most importantly, our clients. We recognize that a successful part-time policy assists in attracting and retaining top quality lawyers who are committed to their profession, the firm, and its clients.
