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Jacksonville native Alex King graduated with honors from the University of Florida, earning a dual degree in Political Science and Criminology with a 3.95 GPA. As a National Merit Scholar, he excelled academically, consistently making the Dean’s or President’s list. He continued at the University of Florida’s law school, where he was the Managing Editor of two prominent law journals and received awards for his work in White Collar Crime. His legal experience includes clerking for the United States Attorney’s Office in Jacksonville and a Federal District Court Judge.
Following law school, Mr. King served as an Assistant State Attorney, leading the DUI Unit for the Fourth Judicial Circuit. His dedication earned him the Prosecutor of the Year award from Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD). As a criminal defense attorney, he has represented clients in high-profile white-collar cases and has substantial trial experience in both State and Federal Court. His clients include professionals such as business owners, doctors, pharmacists, and law enforcement officers, with cases ranging from DUIs to complex fraud and drug-related offenses. He has also contributed to legislative working groups and trained prosecutors and law enforcement officials throughout the southeast.
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State: Florida
Acquired: 2010
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Posted by Leigh | February 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Incredible Defense Attorney
Mr King and all of the team at First Coast Criminal Defense are AMAZING! This was our first experience (and hopefully the last) with hiring a defense attorney and Mr King was truly a superstar. The entire team at First Coast Criminal Defense communicated frequently about the status of my brother's ca...
Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent Criminal Defense Attorney
Alex King and his staff provided excellent legal counsel for a family member who needed his services. Mr. King’s thorough preparation for the case including the mitigation package was critical to the successful outcome of the case. Mr. King and his team spent time with not only his client but our fam...
Posted by anonymous | December 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Strongest endorsement
I highly recommend Alex to anyone facing a difficult legal situation. I was being over-prosecuted, with law enforcement constantly pressuring me, and there was a real risk of charges being filed. Alex stepped in and successfully prevented any charges from moving forward. From the beginning, Alex was...
Posted by anonymous | August 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
DUI Representation with Full Support and Successful Resolution
Alex and his team are amazing! Navigating a DUI is tricky, and you need to be timely. Mr. King was on the phone with me almost immediately after I was released from jail and answered all of my questions. After hired, his team got in touch with me ASAP and got to work right away to ensure I was able t...
Posted by anonymous | July 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Highly recommend!
Mr. King and the First Coast Criminal Defense team are AMAZING!! Effective communication is key to building trust with clients and they did that from start to finish! They clearly explained my legal options, kept me informed throughout the process and acted as a strong negotiator when dealing with th...
Thank you for your glowing review. At First Coast Criminal Defense, we are committed not only to the best possible results for our clients but also to clear communication during the stressful process. We are grateful for you and your confidence in me and my team.
"Alex is a great criminal defense attorney, and he brings to the table a wealth of knowledge like no other!"
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Lawyer of the Year, American Institute of Legal Professionals
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2010
JD - Juris Doctor
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