King and Spalding
Values & Culture
Practice Areas
- Financial Services & Regulation
- Capital Markets
- Intellectual Property
- Corporate & M&A
- Banking & Finance
- Investment Funds
- Public Law
- Dispute Resolution & Litigation
Geographic Focus: Global
Training Contract
The London-based trainee program includes seats in London and other offices, covering multiple practice areas and industries.
- Application Deadline: 30 March 2026
International Opportunities
Seats in London and other offices
Mentorship
Mentorship is provided through a culture of coaching and development, with partners taking time to guide junior lawyers.
Notable Matters
King & Spalding has expanded its global footprint by opening a new office in Sydney, Australia.
Corporate, Finance and Investments
King & Spalding was shortlisted for three honors at the 2025 American Lawyer Industry Awards, including Product Liability Litigation Department of the Year.
Product Liability
What King and Spalding Looks For
Key Competencies
- Well-rounded
- Intellectually curious
- Committed to excellence
- Collaborative
- Enthusiastic
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
King & Spalding LLP (K&S) is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all state, federal, and local laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and
- African American Attorneys
- Armed Forces Attorney Coalition
- Asian Attorneys
- First Generation Professionals
- Flex-Time/Part-Time Attorneys
- LGBTQ+ Attorneys
- Differently Abled Attorneys
- Firmwide Women’s Alliance
Pro Bono
Our pro bono work advances fundamental human rights. We advocate for the underrepresented and vulnerable by providing legal services, contributing thousands of community service hours annually and raising money for nonprofit organizations.
Innovation
Our market leading Innovation Protection practice focuses on high-value litigation and counseling to protect clients’ technology innovations.
- Innovation Protection practice
- Alternative fee structures for legal claims
Quick Application Angles
- Highlight any experience in financial services or SPACs.
- Demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Showcase any international experience or interest.
- Emphasize problem-solving skills and a can-do attitude.
- Illustrate a genuine interest in building a future at King & Spalding.
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