Layne Murphy
About Layne Murphy
Layne Murphy serves as the Associate Director of Lateral Conflicts at King & Spalding, a position he has held since 2022. He has a diverse background in law and communications, including previous roles at King & Spalding and ALM's Daily Report.
Current Role at King & Spalding
Layne Murphy serves as the Associate Director of Lateral Conflicts at King & Spalding. In this role, which he has held since 2022, he is responsible for managing and addressing lateral conflicts within the firm. His position involves overseeing the evaluation of potential conflicts that may arise from lateral hires, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
Previous Experience at King & Spalding
Prior to his current position, Layne Murphy worked at King & Spalding in various capacities. He served as a Senior Lateral Conflicts Attorney for four months in 2020 and transitioned to the role of Lateral Conflicts Manager from 2021 to 2022. His experience at the firm provided him with extensive knowledge in conflict management and legal ethics.
Education and Legal Training
Layne Murphy earned his Doctor of Law (J.D.) from the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, completing his studies from 2009 to 2012. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Belmont University, where he studied from 2003 to 2007. His educational background includes a focus on Spanish during his undergraduate studies.
Experience in Legal Publishing
Layne Murphy has a background in legal publishing, having worked at ALM's Daily Report. He served as Court Opinions Editor from 2012 to 2017, where he was responsible for editing and managing court opinions. Additionally, he worked as an Appellate Summary Writer for six months in 2012, contributing to the publication's coverage of appellate cases.
Internship and Teaching Experience
Before his roles in legal publishing and at King & Spalding, Layne Murphy gained practical experience as a Clinical Intern at the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law in 2011. He also served as a Teaching Assistant at the same institution for four months in 2010, where he supported law students in their coursework.