Careers

Careers

LOCATION FLEXIBLE – U.S. OFFICE

Global Human Capital & Compliance
# of Positions: 1 | Years of Experience: 3+

King & Spalding seeks a compliance support attorney to support its recently launched and rapidly growing Global Human Capital & Compliance practice.  The position will focus on monitoring and reporting on U.S. and global legal developments in the labor and employment compliance context (e.g., safety, privacy, pay equity, etc.).  Candidates will also assist in preparing client updates on current labor and employment topics. Qualified candidates will have a minimum of three years of prior labor and employment law experience, at a firm or in-house; strong academic credentials, writing abilities, and attention to detail; the ability to work both independently and in a team environment; and bar admission in the jurisdiction in which the attorney’s primary office is located.  The position is off-partnership track and offers the flexibility to be based in any of the firm’s U.S. offices.

To apply, please submit the online application form by clicking the Apply Online link above and attach a resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.  When completing the online application, select your preferred U.S. office location, “CFI-Human Capital & Compliance” as the department, and “Compliance Support Attorney” as the position.  Search firm submissions will not be accepted.

 

Real Estate
# of Positions: 1 | Years of Experience: 4+

King & Spalding seeks a mid- to senior-level associate for its Real Estate practice. Qualified candidates will have superior academic credentials and a minimum of four years’ law firm experience in commercial real estate transactions, such as acquisitions, dispositions, development, financing and joint ventures. Experience in real estate or private equity will also be considered. This lawyer can be based in any of the firm’s U.S. offices.

To apply, please submit the online application form by clicking the Apply Online link above and attach a resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.  When completing the online application, select your preferred U.S. office location, “Real Estate” as the department, and “Lateral Associate” as the position.  Search firms that have a current contract with King & Spalding may submit well-qualified candidates to kbrown@kslaw.com. 

Atlanta

Mergers & Acquisitions
# of Positions: 1 | Years of Experience: 3-7

Type of Experience: King & Spalding seeks a mid- to senior-level associate for its Corporate, Finance and Investments for its corporate/M&A practice in Atlanta. Qualified candidates will be a self-starter with great client management skills, superior academic credentials from a top-tier law school, and previous large law firm experience. Candidates will also have three to seven years of experience, including significant experience working on all aspects of M&A transactions (e.g., private and public company buy- and sell-side transactions, document drafting, due diligence, etc.). To apply, please submit the online application form by clicking the Apply Online link above and attach a resume, law school transcript, and deal sheet.  When completing the online application, select "Atlanta" as the Office, "Corporate” as the Department, and "Lateral Associate" as the Position. Search firms that have a current contract with King & Spalding may submit well-qualified candidates to mheinz@kslaw.com.

Patent Prosecution & Technology Transactions
# of Positions: 1 | Years of Experience: 3-5

Type of Experience: King & Spalding seeks a mid-level associate to support its patent prosecution and technology transactions practices. The associate will have a high degree of autonomy working with clients to identify and solicit possible inventions, develop patent application strategies and priorities, draft and prosecute patent applications, and provide counseling to clients on intellectual property issues related to their portfolios. The candidate should also have technology transactions drafting and negotiation experience, particularly in connection with complex technology agreements, and experience working on IP transactions (such as technology licensing agreements, reseller and distribution agreements, e-commerce agreements, outsourcing arrangements, software development agreements, content licensing deals, other technology matters), and/or IP due diligence experience relating to M&A and other corporate transactions. Qualified candidates will have a minimum of three years of prior experience with patent prosecution and technology transactions at a firm or in-house; strong academic credentials, writing ability, and attention to detail; experience interfacing with clients and managing client relationships; and the ability to work collaboratively across teams and offices. A mechanical or chemical background is required.

To apply, please submit the online application form by clicking the Apply Online link above and attach a resume, law school transcript, writing sample, and cover letter.  When completing the online application, select “Atlanta” as the office (or “Houston”, “Northern Virginia”, or “Washington, DC” if preferred), “T&GD-Intellectual Property” as the department, and “Lateral Associate” as the position.  Search firms that have a current contract with King & Spalding may submit well-qualified candidates to kbrown@kslaw.com.

Austin

Construction Disputes
# of Positions: 1 | Years of Experience: 2-4

Type of Experience: King & Spalding seeks an associate (2nd- to 4th -year level) for its growing Trial & Global Disputes practice group in Texas, with a focus on large-scale, global construction disputes.  Qualified candidates will have complex litigation experience at a large law firm.  Strong academic credentials, excellent written and oral advocacy skills, and TX bar admission (or eligibility for the next exam) are also required. A federal court clerkship; a background in construction, engineering, or architectural projects; and/or Spanish proficiency a plus but not required.  The preferred location is Austin, but candidates interested in being based in the firm’s Houston office will also be considered.    

To apply, please submit the online application form by clicking the Apply Online link above and attach a resume, law school transcript, writing sample, and cover letter.  When completing the online application, select “Austin” as the office (or “Houston” if preferred), “T&GD-Business Litigation” as the department, and “Lateral Associate” as the position.  Search firms that have a current contract with King & Spalding may submit well-qualified candidates to lthompson@kslaw.com.

Denver

Mergers & Acquisitions/Energy Transactions
# of Positions: 1 | Years of Experience: 3+

Type of Experience: King & Spalding seeks a mid-level Mergers & Acquisitions associate in Denver. Qualified candidates will have 3 to 5 years of experience working on complex M&A and PE transactions in the energy, power, and infrastructure sectors. Candidates should have large law firm experience, solid academic credentials from a top-tier law school, and an entrepreneurial attitude. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious mid-level associate, with significant opportunity for advancement, expansion, and leadership.

To apply, please submit the online application form by clicking the Apply Online link above and attach a resume, law school transcript, and deal sheet. When completing the online application, select “Denver” as the office, “CFI-Corporate” as the department, and “Lateral Associate” as the position.  Search firms that have a current contract with King & Spalding may submit well-qualified candidates to aschulze@kslaw.com.

Project Finance
# of Positions: 1 | Years of Experience: 3+  

Type of Experience: King & Spalding seeks a project finance and development associate in Denver. Qualified associates will have 3 to 5 years of experience in project finance, preferably including familiarity with project development and/or finance at a large national or international law firm. Experience with credit and security documentation is necessary, and expertise with diligence of large renewable and conventional power and energy projects will be a core competence. Strong applicants will have substantial experience running closings for project finance and acquisition (leveraged) finance transactions in power, energy, and infrastructure, as well as related bid and commitment papers. A blend of lender and sponsor side experience is a benefit, including experience with tax equity financings and other financings for renewables, transportation infrastructure and conventional generation. Experience with ISDA, EEI, and other similar enabling documentation will be favorably considered. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious mid-level associate to join a young and growing project finance team with significant opportunity for advancement, expansion, and leadership.

To apply, please submit the online application form by clicking the Apply Online link above and attach a resume, law school transcript, and deal sheet. When completing the online application, select “Denver” as the office, “CFI-Corporate” as the department, and “Lateral Associate” as the position.  Search firms that have a current contract with King & Spalding may submit well-qualified candidates to aschulze@kslaw.com

Houston

Patent Prosecution & Technology Transactions
# of Positions: 1 | Years of Experience: 3-5

Type of Experience: King & Spalding seeks a mid-level associate to support its patent prosecution and technology transactions practices. The associate will have a high degree of autonomy working with clients to identify and solicit possible inventions, develop patent application strategies and priorities, draft and prosecute patent applications, and provide counseling to clients on intellectual property issues related to their portfolios. The candidate should also have technology transactions drafting and negotiation experience, particularly in connection with complex technology agreements, and experience working on IP transactions (such as technology licensing agreements, reseller and distribution agreements, e-commerce agreements, outsourcing arrangements, software development agreements, content licensing deals, other technology matters), and/or IP due diligence experience relating to M&A and other corporate transactions. Qualified candidates will have a minimum of three years of prior experience with patent prosecution and technology transactions at a firm or in-house; strong academic credentials, writing ability, and attention to detail; experience interfacing with clients and managing client relationships; and the ability to work collaboratively across teams and offices. A mechanical or chemical background is required.

To apply, please submit the online application form by clicking the Apply Online link above and attach a resume, law school transcript, writing sample, and cover letter.  When completing the online application, select “Houston” as the office (or “Atlanta”, “Northern Virginia”, or “Washington, DC” if preferred), “T&GD-Intellectual Property” as the department, and “Lateral Associate” as the position.  Search firms that have a current contract with King & Spalding may submit well-qualified candidates to kbrown@kslaw.com.

Northern Virginia

Patent Prosecution & Technology Transactions
# of Positions: 1 | Years of Experience: 3-5

Type of Experience: King & Spalding seeks a mid-level associate to support its patent prosecution and technology transactions practices. The associate will have a high degree of autonomy working with clients to identify and solicit possible inventions, develop patent application strategies and priorities, draft and prosecute patent applications, and provide counseling to clients on intellectual property issues related to their portfolios. The candidate should also have technology transactions drafting and negotiation experience, particularly in connection with complex technology agreements, and experience working on IP transactions (such as technology licensing agreements, reseller and distribution agreements, e-commerce agreements, outsourcing arrangements, software development agreements, content licensing deals, other technology matters), and/or IP due diligence experience relating to M&A and other corporate transactions. Qualified candidates will have a minimum of three years of prior experience with patent prosecution and technology transactions at a firm or in-house; strong academic credentials, writing ability, and attention to detail; experience interfacing with clients and managing client relationships; and the ability to work collaboratively across teams and offices. A mechanical or chemical background is required.

To apply, please submit the online application form by clicking the Apply Online link above and attach a resume, law school transcript, writing sample, and cover letter.  When completing the online application, select “Northern Virginia” as the office (or “Atlanta”, “Houston”, or “Washington, DC” if preferred), “T&GD-Intellectual Property” as the department, and “Lateral Associate” as the position.  Search firms that have a current contract with King & Spalding may submit well-qualified candidates to kbrown@kslaw.com.

Washington, D.C.,

Patent Prosecution & Technology Transactions
# of Positions: 1 | Years of Experience: 3-5

Type of Experience: King & Spalding seeks a mid-level associate to support its patent prosecution and technology transactions practices. The associate will have a high degree of autonomy working with clients to identify and solicit possible inventions, develop patent application strategies and priorities, draft and prosecute patent applications, and provide counseling to clients on intellectual property issues related to their portfolios. The candidate should also have technology transactions drafting and negotiation experience, particularly in connection with complex technology agreements, and experience working on IP transactions (such as technology licensing agreements, reseller and distribution agreements, e-commerce agreements, outsourcing arrangements, software development agreements, content licensing deals, other technology matters), and/or IP due diligence experience relating to M&A and other corporate transactions. Qualified candidates will have a minimum of three years of prior experience with patent prosecution and technology transactions at a firm or in-house; strong academic credentials, writing ability, and attention to detail; experience interfacing with clients and managing client relationships; and the ability to work collaboratively across teams and offices. A mechanical or chemical background is required. 

To apply, please submit the online application form by clicking the Apply Online link above and attach a resume, law school transcript, writing sample, and cover letter.  When completing the online application, select “Washington, DC” as the office (or “Atlanta”, “Houston”, or “Northern Virginia” if preferred), “T&GD-Intellectual Property” as the department, and “Lateral Associate” as the position.  Search firms that have a current contract with King & Spalding may submit well-qualified candidates to kbrown@kslaw.com.