Paul Watford Joins King & Spalding: Former Ninth Circuit Judge Enhances LA Litigation Team

In a notable career shift, Paul Watford, a former judge of the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, has transitioned from Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati to King & Spalding’s Los Angeles office. This move is expected to add a “new dimension” to the firm’s litigation practice. Watford had initially considered joining King & Spalding after leaving the federal bench in 2023 but opted for Wilson Sonsini at the time. Watford’s experience as a business litigator is anticipated to bring a fresh perspective to his new firm’s practice. For more information, visit the in-depth article.