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Kayla Nichole Staley
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Biography
Kayla Staley is a criminal defense attorney in West Texas known for her zealous advocacy and dedication to justice. She graduated from Texas A&M University in 2019 with honors, earning a degree in philosophy and a minor in Spanish. Kayla continued her academic journey at Texas Tech School of Law, where she graduated in 2022. During her time in law school, she demonstrated her talents in advocacy by being named a national champion advocate twice and securing the title of Second Best Advocate in the Nation in 2022. She was also named a state champion in 2021.
Kayla is the Associate Attorney at King Law, where she has quickly established herself as a formidable defense attorney. She handles all cases, ranging from class C misdemeanors to first-degree felonies, showcasing her versatility and comprehensive understanding of criminal law. In recognition of her contributions to indigent defense in West Texas, she was honored with the Star Attorney in Rising Award by the Lubbock Private Defender's Office in 2023.
Before she began practicing criminal defense, Kayla was a felony prosecutor in the 106th Judicial District Attorney's Office. There, she prepared various felony cases for trial, negotiated plea agreements with opposing counsel, and learned how to effectively communicate in the courtroom. After almost a year there, she decided she wanted to work for people rather than against them. Now, she gets to zealously represent people accused of criminal wrongdoing and fight for them every step of the way through their case.
With her experience in advocacy and passion for criminal law and serving others, Kayla is ready to assist you in any pending criminal matter you may be facing. If you find yourself accused of a crime, secure an attorney who cares about you and has the heart, drive, and passion to work for you. Call King Law for a free consultation today.
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Licensed in Texas for 3 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2022
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Location
King Law, P.C.
814 Main St. Ste. B, Lubbock, TX, 79401
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Kayla Nichole Staley's Reviews
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Posted by Brooke | November 6, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
She got my case DISMISSED, and she TRULY cares about her clients and treats them as people and not just as another case
Kayla went ABOVE AND BEYOND for me and my Case, and got it completely DISMISSED! Kayla was with me through every step of the way and was very attentive ! Her and her team were always available to answer the phone and made the process very easy and gave me a sense of ease throughout the whole process...
Posted by Cody | October 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best lawyer ever!
Kayla was appointed to me by Lubbock County as my public defender in a DWI case that I recently had. I didn't have high hopes going in to it, because....well, we all know the wrap that public defenders get. Anyways, throughout the entirety of my case she was nothing short of amazing. She kept in clos...
Posted by anonymous | August 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Winning
Best possible scenario turned out with my case. I would highly recommend 10/10
Posted by DeQualin | July 22, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Kayla helped me a lot.
Kayla made every step throughout the process feel stress-free and easy to comprehend for my first encounter with the judicial system. I had always felt safe and well informed as to what would be the next steps or best course of action to take in terms of the defense.
Posted by Amanda | June 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
HIRE HER
Kayla was amazing! She answered hundreds of questions that we had and sat and listened when we just needed someone to listen and advise us. I would highly recommend her! She is professional, caring, timely, and will fight for you!!
Kayla Nichole Staley's Lawyer Endorsements
"Kayla is a skilled advocate who will fight for every one of her clients. Highly recommended!"
"Ms. Staley is particularly knowledgeable on search & seizure issues, and I greatly admire her dedication to her clients."
"Kayla's first trial was against my client and I in a dope case....lots of tricky legal issues regarding the lab report admissibility....Kayla, over my repeated objections and legal arguments prevailed and after that it was all downhill and my client got a little time. Her preparation and advocacy was most impressive and that has certainly transferred over to her criminal defense practice representing the citizen accused. Charles Chambers"
"I endorse this lawyer. I've seen the work done for clients, with the time and interest she puts in for cases."
"I’ve had the pleasure of working alongside Kayla in numerous TCDLA CLEs geared toward training young criminal defense lawyers. Her dedication to her clients and desire to learn is truly inspiring. Kayla approaches each case with tenacity, thoughtfulness, creativity, and compassion, leaving no stone unturned. I’m proud to call her a colleague and would trust her without hesitation to handle any criminal matter in the Lubbock area."
"Kayla truly cares about her clients and fights hard for each and every one of them. She is knowledgeable and always willing to help other attorneys in the community."
"I highly recommend and endorse Kayla. She has joined my law firm, King Law, after serving as a felony prosecutor in West Texas. She has demonstrated that she has the ability to handle all types of criminal defense no matter how complex."
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Experience
Honors
2023
Star Attorney in Rising, Lubbock Private Defender's Office
2022
National Order of the Barristers, Texas Tech University School of Law
2022
Second Best Oralist in the National Moot Court Competition, American College of Trial Lawyers
2022
Donald M. Hunt Outstanding Barrister Award, Texas Tech University School of Law
2021
First Place Team, Notre Dame National Appellate Advocacy Tournament
Work Experience
2023 - Present
Associate Attorney, King Law, P.C.
2022 - 2023
Assistant District Attorney, 106th Judicial District Attorney's Office
2020 - 2020
Law Clerk, Nueces County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2024 - Present
College of the State Bar of TexasFellow
2024 - Present
Lubbock Area Bar AssociationDirector
2023 - Present
Lubbock Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationDirector
2023 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer's AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
DISMISSED MID TRIAL: Harboring a Runaway Child
Client's harboring a runaway case DISMISSED.
NOT GUILTY: Assault Domestic Violence
NOT GUILTY VERDICT
DISMISSED: Fraudulent Possession of Identifying Information
Client's fraudulent use/possession case dismissed.
REJECTED: Aggravated Assault with Deadly Weapon
Client's aggravated assault case rejected.
DISMISSED: Theft
Client's theft case dismissed.
DISMISSED: DWI BAC >=.15
Client's DWI case dismissed.
DISMISSED: Possession of a Controlled Substance PG 1 AND Tampering
Client's drug and tampering charges dismissed.
DISMISSED: Reckless Driving
Client's reckless driving and related cases dismissed.
DISMISSED: Possession of False ID
Client's false ID case dismissed.
DISMISSED: Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon AND Possession of Marijuana
Client's gun and drug cases dismissed.
REJECTED: Assault Family Violence
Client's assault case rejected.
PLEA: 5 year sentence on a 25-YEAR MINIMUM
Multiple felonies dismissed with one sentence being 20 years LESS than his minimum.
DISMISSED: Felony Failure to Stop and Render Aid
Client's felony hit and run case DISMISSED.
REJECTED: Assault Domestic Violence AND Violation of Protective Order
Client's assault and violation of protective order cases rejected.
DISMISSED: Burglary of Habitation
Client's burglary case dismissed.
DISMISSED: Theft Case
Client's theft case dismissed.
DISMISSED: Fraudulent Possession ID Info
Client's fraudulent use/possession ID info case dismissed.
MODIFIED: Probation Violation
Probation violation handled and new charge dismissed with no confinement.
REDUCED: Felony Drug Charge to MISDEMEANOR
Client's felony drug case reduced.
DISMISSED: Assault Family Violence
Client's assault case dismissed.
DISMISSED: Assault Public Servant
Client's felony assault case dismissed.
DISMISSED: Possession of THC and Marijuana
Client's marijuana cases dismissed.
DISMISSED: DWI BAC >=.15
Client's DWI case dismissed.
Drug and Alcohol Cases DISMISSED!
Client's drug and alcohol charges dismissed.
DISMISSED: UUMV and Failure to ID
Client's UUMV and failure to ID cases dismissed.
DISMISSED: Assault Family Violence
Client's assault case dismissed.
DISMISSED: Terroristic Threat, Interference w/ 911 Call
Client's terroristic threat/interference cases dismissed.
Education
2022
Texas Tech University
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Speaking Engagements
2024
Criminal Law Association, Federalist Society, and the Prosecution Law Association
Criminal Law: Prosecution and Defense
Publications
2024
Avvo Legal Guide: Mastering Mitigation
Mastering Mitigation
Languages
English
Spanish
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Q&A
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11 Dec 2025
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07 Dec 2025
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10 Dec 2025