Class Size and Schools Represented Back to TopThe Atlanta office hosted seven summer associates during our 2011 summer associate program. The class included students from Harvard, Emory, University of Georgia, University of Pennsylvania and University of North Carolina law schools.
Our 2010 summer associate program hosted nine summer associates, which included students from Harvard, Northwestern, University of Georgia, University of Pennsylvania, Vanderbilt and Yale law schools.
Summer Program Administration Back to TopThe Atlanta summer program is coordinated by Amy Miele, our recruiting manager, and Amy Marsh, our recruiting coordinator. They are responsible, along with our hiring partner and one mid-level associate we elect each spring as summer "czars," for the day-to-day operation of the summer program in Atlanta.
Summer Program Assignments Back to TopSummer associates in Atlanta rotate among practice groups, spending a minimum of two weeks in each group. The number of practice group rotations depends upon the number of weeks spent in the program. These practice groups typically include business litigation, capital transactions & real estate, corporate, financial restructuring, finance, healthcare, intellectual property, special matters and government investigations, tax and tort litigation & environmental. The work coordinators for each practice group are responsible for issuing assignments.
In addition, all Atlanta summer associates are encouraged to take on pro bono assignments during their summer clerkship. We believe this provides a unique opportunity for summer associates, while enhancing King & Spalding's existing commitment to pro bono work.
Summer Associate Training Back to TopAll summer associates participate in orientation and training during their first week at the firm. In addition, all summer associates are encouraged to attend various training programs; practice group, office and firm meetings; as well as weekly luncheons on a variety of topics.
Because of the importance of written work product to lawyers and clients, King & Spalding lawyers teach a course early in the summer program on improving legal research and writing skills. At this program, summer associates learn techniques to make their writing as clear and forceful as possible.
Most importantly, our summer associates receive hands-on training by working closely with our lawyers on client matters, as well as observing closings, hearings, client meetings, negotiation sessions, depositions and trials whenever possible.
Summer Advisors Back to TopEach summer associate is assigned two summer advisors, a partner or counsel and an associate. The summer advisors act as their summer associate's liaison, both socially and professionally, by facilitating introductions, providing guidance on work assignments and acclimating them to the firm.
Feedback and Evaluations Back to TopSummer associates regularly receive formal and informal feedback from the lawyers with whom they work throughout the summer. All summer associates receive a mid-summer and an end-of-summer review by our summer czars.
Summer Social Activities Back to TopThe recruiting team organizes social activities throughout the summer for our summer associates and lawyers. Summer associates are also frequently invited to enjoy lunches, dinners and other informal activities hosted by individual lawyers.
A few of our 2011 social activities included:
Day at Lake Burton, GAChastain Park outdoor concertsSmall and large parties at the homes of partners and associatesBraves baseball game at Turner FieldHappy hoursK&S Trivia NightViking Cooking SchoolShakespeare Festival play
Split Summers Back to TopWe prefer that summer associates spend the full summer with us. In the Atlanta office, if a summer associate decides to split the summer, we require at least six consecutive weeks during the first part of the summer.
Summer Associate Salary Back to TopThe firm is currently evaluating market data regarding summer associate salaries. Although the 2012 summer associate salary has not been set at this time, we are committed to paying a competitive salary.
Travel Expenses Back to TopDuring the summer, summer associates are reimbursed for the actual cost of round-trip mileage or reasonable round-trip coach airfare from law school to Atlanta. In addition, we cover the cost of one trip to Atlanta by a summer associate's spouse, fiancé or domestic (same gender) partner during the summer program.
Summer Housing Back to TopOur recruiting team provides summer associates with various resources to assist them in obtaining summer housing.
King & Spalding Diversity Fellowship Program Back to TopWe recognize that diverse talent is a strategic asset that allows for more effective client service. As part of our commitment to attracting and retaining the finest lawyers from all backgrounds and perspectives, we are pleased to continue offering our Diversity Fellowship Program. Each recipient receives $10,000 and a paid summer clerkship with King & Spalding the summer following the completion of his or her second year of law school. This program is available to any student with an ethnically or culturally diverse background. To apply, please click here.
Applying for a Summer Associate Position Back to TopIf you are interested in a summer associate position, please utilize our online application form by clicking the Apply Online link at the top of this page.
Thank you for your interest in the Atlanta office of King & Spalding. We look forward to hearing from you!
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