Erin O'neill
About Erin O'neill
Erin O'Neill is a Special Matters and Investigations Associate at King & Spalding in Atlanta, Georgia, with a strong background in law and education. She has held various roles, including Corps Member at Teach For America and Judicial Intern at U.S. District Courts, and has earned degrees from Georgetown University Law Center and Virginia Tech.
Current Role at King & Spalding
Erin O'Neill serves as a Special Matters and Investigations Associate at King & Spalding, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she engages in various legal matters that require specialized attention and investigative skills. Her work contributes to the firm's reputation for handling complex legal issues effectively. The Atlanta, Georgia office where she works is known for its focus on litigation and regulatory matters.
Previous Experience at Teach For America
Erin O'Neill has a background with Teach For America, where she served as a Corps Member from 2014 to 2016, teaching High School Spanish in the Greater Atlanta Area. Following her teaching role, she transitioned to a Recruitment Manager position within the organization from 2016 to 2017 in the Greater Boston Area. Her experiences in education and recruitment reflect her commitment to service and leadership.
Judicial Internships and Policy Fellowships
In 2018, Erin O'Neill completed a judicial internship at the U.S. District Courts in the Washington D.C. Metro Area for two months. Additionally, she worked as a Policy Fellow at the Council for Court Excellence in 2017, also in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. These roles provided her with insights into the judicial system and policy development.
Educational Background
Erin O'Neill earned her Juris Doctor from Georgetown University Law Center, graduating Magna Cum Laude and as a member of the Order of the Coif from 2017 to 2020. Prior to this, she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Business and a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University from 2011 to 2014. Additionally, she studied at Johns Hopkins University School of Education, achieving a Master of Science in Secondary Education from 2014 to 2016.
Research Assistant Experience
During her time at Georgetown University Law Center, Erin O'Neill worked as a Research Assistant to Professor Mary Hartnett from 2018 to 2020. This role involved assisting in legal research and contributing to academic projects, further enhancing her analytical and research skills in the legal field.