Adria Harris
About Adria Harris
Adria Harris is an Associate at King & Spalding, specializing in defending businesses against complex class action lawsuits and ensuring compliance with employment laws. She holds a JD from USC Gould School of Law and has received multiple accolades for her contributions to the legal field.
Work at King & Spalding
Adria Harris serves as an Associate at King & Spalding, a position she has held since 2021. Her work primarily focuses on defending businesses against complex class action lawsuits and ensuring compliance with employment-related laws and regulations. She operates within the firm's Los Angeles and Atlanta offices, contributing her expertise in managing the employment aspects of various legal deals.
Education and Expertise
Adria Harris earned her Doctor of Law (JD) from USC Gould School of Law, where she received several American Jurisprudence Awards for outstanding scholastic achievement. She also received the Edward and Eleanor Shattuck Award for demonstrating potential as an outstanding member of the bar. Prior to her law degree, she studied at Auburn University and the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, enhancing her educational background.
Previous Experience at Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP
Before joining King & Spalding, Adria Harris worked at Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP. She was an Associate from 2018 to 2021, where she focused on complex litigation. Additionally, she served as a Summer Associate for one month in 2017, gaining valuable experience in the legal field during her early career.
Public Relations Background
Adria Harris has a background in public relations, having worked as a Publicist at Creative Edge Public Relations from 2013 to 2015. This experience provided her with skills in communication and client relations that complement her legal practice.
Professional Affiliations and Recognition
Adria Harris is an active member of the Young Lawyers Committee of the Black Women Lawyers Association and the Langston Bar Association. She has been recognized in the National Black Lawyers’ Top 40 Under 40 list for three consecutive years: 2019, 2020, and 2021. Additionally, she is frequently invited to speak at legal workshops, seminars, and panels, showcasing her expertise in the field.