Joy Murlene Spalding
About Joy Murlene Spalding
Joy Murlene Spalding is a Legal Practice Assistant with extensive experience in intellectual property litigation. She has worked at several law firms, including Cooley LLP and King & Spalding, and has a background in legal support roles spanning over two decades.
Current Role at King & Spalding
Joy Murlene Spalding serves as a Legal Practice Assistant at King & Spalding, a position she has held since 2018. Located in Atlanta, Georgia, her role involves supporting legal professionals in various aspects of legal practice. She has contributed to the firm's operations for six years, utilizing her extensive background in intellectual property litigation.
Previous Experience in Intellectual Property Litigation
Prior to her current position, Joy worked at Cooley LLP as an Intellectual Property Litigation Assistant from 2007 to 2018. During her eleven years at the firm in Palo Alto, California, she gained significant experience in managing litigation processes and supporting legal teams. She also held the position of IP Litigation Secretary at Kutak Rock for ten months in 2006-2007 in Nebraska and worked at Lathrop & Gage LLP for four years from 2002 to 2006 in Kansas City, Missouri.
Educational Background
Joy Murlene Spalding completed her high school education at Grand Junction High School. She furthered her studies at Colorado Mesa University, where she gained foundational knowledge that supports her career in the legal field.
Career Timeline
Joy's career in the legal sector spans over two decades, beginning in 2002. She has held various positions related to intellectual property litigation, demonstrating her commitment to the field. Her professional journey includes roles at Lathrop & Gage LLP, Kutak Rock, and Cooley LLP before joining King & Spalding.