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Ms. King graduated from the University of Virginia School of Law and has been practicing law since 2005. Ms. King worked in the Loudoun County Office of the Public Defender for approximately seven years where she gained valuable trial experience. As an Assistant Public Defender, Ms. King represented clients in all types of criminal matters ranging from traffic offenses to larcenies, drug possessions, fraud, rape, and murder. Ms. King has served as a member of the Bench Bar Committee for the Loudoun General District Court as well as a member of the Loudoun County Bar Association.
Prior to her tenure in the Public Defender's Office, Ms. King worked as an Assistant Commonwealth Attorney for Buckingham County, VA where she prosecuted both misdemeanor and felony cases. This opportunity allowed Ms. King to see both sides of the courtroom and gain a better overall perspective of the criminal justice system.
Ms. King was born and raised in Fairfax County. Ms. King attended the College of William and Mary where she received her Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a minor in Sociology. She then went on to receive her juris doctor from University of Virginia School of Law in 2005. While at the UVA Law, Ms. King participated in moot court and served on the editorial board for the Virginia Environmental Law Journal. Ms. King participated in the Prosecution Clinic offered through the law school and worked for Professor Paul Mahoney, who is currently the Dean of UVA Law. During law school, Ms. King also clerked at Venable LLP located in Washington, D.C.
Ms. King currently resides in Purcellville, VA where she resides on a small farm with her dogs and horses. As an avid outdoor enthusiast, she can often be seen hiking the Appalachian Trail or riding her bike along the Washington & Old Dominion Trail. Ms. King also volunteers for several animal rescues and is always willing to offer pro bono legal services to any animal rescue in need of help.
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State: Virginia
Acquired: 2005
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116-P Edwards Ferry Rd, Second Floor, Leesburg, VA, 20176
kellykingesq.com78 Client Reviews
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Posted by Ceci | January 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Very responsive
We hire Mrs.Kelly King back in December for a criminal matter. We can't be more satisfied with everything she has done for us. She took care of the 2 cases that we had and was able to work her magic for my cousin just to get probation . In More then just that she was able to get him out before Chris...
Posted by GRANT | December 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
The Asset
Kelly King is by far the BEST for a job well done. I am by far impressed by her representation. All the promises she couldn’t guarantee, she made happen. DWI/ Reckless charge, violation of probation case. Saved me from 60 days in jail, with a deal of a slight extension on my interlock and 1 year s...
Posted by Ricky | December 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Great experience
Had two cases she was willing to take on one was a speeding another a reckless. She gave me advise and responded in a timely manner with any questions I did have. She was able to get the desire outcome from both cases resulting in me not having jail time or anything other than paying a fine. For the ...
Posted by Trevyn | June 03, 2021 | Landlord & Tenant
Honest and Ethical Lawyer
I reached out to the Law Office of Kelly L. King for a legal matter surrounding a rental property of mine. She was very responsive and professional from the very first moment I spoke with her. I ended up not having to hire her due to my legal matter evolving to the point where it did not require he...
Posted by anonymous | January 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Amazing attorney
Kelly King help me to go thru this case even though it was a tough case. She will work with you every step of the way. I would recommend her . She help me with my DUI and no jail time. Most amazing attorney.
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. King is an excellent advocate and a great attorney. She truly cares about her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer Ms. King is an outstanding advocate for her clients. I have had cases against her as a prosecutor and with her as co-counsel on defense cases. She is especially effective in Loudoun county, She is one of the finest lawyers I know, and she gets great results."
"I endorse this lawyer. Kelly and I were locked in adversarial roles in zealously representing the interest of our respective clients. Through the course of litigation, I can tell Kelly has given wise counsels to her client. She helped her client side-step many landmines by fighting smart in addition to fighting hard."
"Kelly is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation."
"Ms. King is an excellent attorney who goes the extra mile for her clients. She is highly respected within the legal community. I endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. King is the consummate professional. She genuinely cares about her clients and consistently comes to the table prepared with comprehensive strategies and arguments. I highly recommend her services."
"A true attorney and counselor at law. Ms. King's wise counsel helps to make the difficult questions easy. She offers solid, easy-to-follow, practical advice. And if all else fails, she's ready to go to trial and fight for you at a moment's notice. I endorse this attorney."
"I highly endorse Mrs. King. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact her first."
"As a member of The American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys and The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys for 2014 and 2015 I endorse Kelley Leigh King as a DUI Defense Attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with this attorney for about 5 years. She is diligent and genuinely cares for her clients. You are in good hands with her on your side."
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Kelly as a public defender in Loudoun. I absolutely recommend her as, frankly, I often took advice from her about my own cases. She's got a lot of experience, cares about her clients, and is well respected in the community."
"I don't even hesitate to recommend Kelly as an attorney. She has the opinion I want the most on my own cases and her dedication is unparalleled."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Kelly for years. She is a smart, hardworking, zealous advocate for her clients."
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Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2015
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2018 - Present
Principal, Law Office of Kelly L. King, PLLC
2015 - 2018
Partner, King Downing PLC
2008 - 2015
Assistant Public Defender, Loudoun County Public Defender's Office
2014 - Present
Loudoun County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Loudoun County Bar Association, General District Court Bench Bar CommitteeMember
2007 - Present
Alabama State BarMember (inactive)
2005 - Present
Virginia State BarActive Member
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Acquitted
Acquitted
Reduced to manslaughter
2005
JD
2002
BBA
Legal Answers
I was arrested for petit larceny in October, I went to court and my case was continued or "taken under advisement."
16 Mar 2015
My probation violation was dismissed I have a returned courtdate in 3 months am I still on probation?
08 Mar 2015
Should mental illness be used in defense in trespassing charge on public school property (Class 1 misdemeanor) ?
10 Mar 2015