Emma Iannini
About Emma Iannini
Emma Iannini is an Associate at King & Spalding, specializing in international investment and commercial arbitration law. She has a diverse background, having worked in various roles across four countries and holding degrees from New York University School of Law and Georgetown University.
Current Role at King & Spalding
Emma Iannini currently serves as an Associate at King & Spalding in New York, United States. She has held this position since 2020, contributing to the firm's Trial & Global Disputes group. Her work primarily focuses on international investment and commercial arbitration law, specifically in the areas of set-aside and enforcement of arbitral awards. Emma's experience in this role allows her to engage with complex legal matters on a global scale.
Previous Experience at King & Spalding
Before becoming an Associate, Emma Iannini worked as a Summer Associate at King & Spalding for two months in 2019. During her time as a Summer Associate in the Greater New York City Area, she gained valuable insights into the firm's operations and legal practices, which laid the groundwork for her subsequent role as an Associate.
Educational Background
Emma Iannini earned her Doctor of Law (JD) degree from New York University School of Law, completing her studies from 2017 to 2020. Prior to this, she obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in International Relations and Affairs from Georgetown University, studying from 2012 to 2016. Additionally, she attended Choate Rosemary Hall from 2008 to 2012, where she completed her high school education.
International Work Experience
Emma Iannini has lived and worked in four different countries: the United States, France, the People's Republic of China, and the Netherlands. Her international experience includes serving as a Foreign Language Teacher at Shanghai Jincai High School in 2017 and working as a Legal Intern at P.R.I.M.E. Finance Foundation in The Hague in 2018. This diverse background enhances her understanding of global legal frameworks and cultural contexts.
Language Proficiency
Emma Iannini is bilingual in French and English, which supports her work in international law. She also possesses intermediate proficiency in Mandarin Chinese, further broadening her communication skills in a global environment. This language capability is beneficial in her practice of international investment and commercial arbitration law.