Scott Hiers
About Scott Hiers
Scott Hiers is an Associate at King & Spalding, specializing in white-collar defense and cross-border investigations. He has a background that includes positions at the U.S. Department of State and various legal firms, along with a strong educational foundation in political science and law.
Work at King & Spalding
Scott Hiers has been an Associate at King & Spalding since 2020. He focuses on white-collar defense and specializes in cross-border investigations and international disputes within the Special Matters & Government Investigations group. His role involves providing legal counsel and representation in complex legal matters, leveraging his expertise in both domestic and international law.
Previous Experience in Legal Field
Prior to his current position, Scott Hiers worked at King & Spalding as a Summer Associate in 2019. He also served as an Office of Legal Adviser Extern at the U.S. Department of State in 2019 for three months in Geneva, Switzerland. Additionally, he was a Summer Associate at Ahmad, Zavitsanos, Anaipakos, Alavi & Mensing P.C. in 2018 for two months in Houston, Texas.
Research and Consulting Background
Scott Hiers has experience in research and consulting roles. He worked as a Research Assistant at the Health Care Cost Institute from 2013 to 2014 for nine months in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. He also served as Consultant II at Bates White Economic Consulting from 2014 to 2016 for two years, further developing his analytical skills in economic consulting.
Education and Expertise
Scott Hiers earned his Bachelor's degree in Political Science with a focus on Peace, War & Defense from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he studied from 2009 to 2013. He then attended the University of Michigan Law School, graduating Cum Laude with a Doctor of Law (JD) degree in 2019. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his legal practice.