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Don C. King, founder of King Military Law, boasts nearly thirty years of military experience, with twenty-four years dedicated to military law. His journey began as an enlisted Marine, where he served in security roles at U.S. Embassies and supported high-level officials as part of Secret Service protective details. Upon completion of his service, he leveraged the GI Bill to earn his degrees in Oregon. In 1996, Don returned as a Navy Judge Advocate, where he quickly established himself as an accomplished trial attorney, securing an acquittal in a murder case shortly after starting his military legal career.
Over the years, Don has held significant positions that encompass military criminal law, including leadership roles as both a senior prosecutor and defense counsel. His influence extends to training fellow attorneys in the Navy’s Defense Counsel Assistance Program. Renowned for his dedication and legal skills, Don remains active in his community, volunteering for veteran support programs and serving as a judge in mock trial competitions. Now retired, he offers his extensive legal counsel to those in need, continuing to make a positive impact through his work.
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Acquired: 2021
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Acquired: 1996
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Showing 46 - 50 of 56 reviews | Case Results
Posted by anonymous | April 08, 2022
Best in the west
We only had a Brief conversation. But within those few minutes, He made me smile with relief. He gave me better advice then three lawyers a jag and legal on my ship. I got hit with article 112a, when my ship found a dab pen in my belongings. After his consultation, I feel like I can put my mine at ea...
Thank you for the review! It was my pleasure to provide you a free consultation, remind you of your rights, and give you some ideas on how to exercise them. That's why we're here! Good luck to you in your future and call us if you ever need us! Don
Posted by Jordan Robinson | March 03, 2022 | Hired Attorney
The best lawyer in San Diego, if not the best, one of the best!!)
Don and his team are very great. I got caught alien smuggling at the border of Tijuana and Don helped me get out of the military with a medical seperation and I got to keep all my benefits and disability pay. I highly recommend Don and his team because they work hard and care about their clients.
Thanks for leaving us a review, Jordan. We're so happy that you reached out to us and we were able to help you get the discharge you deserved. We truly do pride ourselves on the "hardest working" law firm in town when it comes to protecting our clients. We try unorthodox approaches and, as it did in your case, it pays off! Best of luck to you in your future and please stay in touch!
Posted by MJ | February 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney
There are no words…
There really aren’t adequate words to explain how grateful we are for Don. The first time we called, he immediately made himself available to us—listened compassionately while we, still in a state of unbelief, stumbled through our story in hopes that he could help and he even advised us on what type ...
Thanks so much, MJ. All of us here were so moved by your review. As we worked with you through this crazy issue, it was so humbling to watch you navigate the difficulties others created. I say with all sincerity that you and your family are the definition of "honor, courage and commitment." It was our honor to meet you and your "team" and we all look forward to a lifelong friendship!
Posted by Paul | November 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I can't thank King Military Law enough
I was facing a NJP for a innocent situation brought up by some disgruntled subordinates. The command was looking to ram through proceedings to save face, but upon hiring Don he quickly came to my defense and forced the command to blink, and stop proceedings. I was less than a year from retiremen...
Thanks for leaving a review, Paul. It was indeed discouraging to see your command threaten your retirement over such trivial and unsupported accusations. Unfortunately, at KML, we see this same type of threat more often than we should. I'm so glad you decided to fight and it was our honor to help you successfully fight back. You deserved that win and we celebrate that win with you! Best of luck to you and your family as you enjoy a well-deserved retirement! Don and the KML team
Posted by LuAnn | June 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Cannot recommend enough!
After speaking to several attorneys that all said our case was hopeless we found Don King. He took the time to listen to our whole story and understand what had happened and what we needed. He made us feel like our case was important and he genuinely cared. He maintained open lines of communication ...
Thanks so much for the generous and kind words, LuAnn--it was an honor getting to know you and your family! Too often, parents with sons and daughters in the military are confused and feel hopeless when the military system targets their loved one. It's foreign and confusing. I'm so glad you didn't "give up," and reached out for help instead. Your loved one deserved to win this "un-winnable" case and I'm sure will have an extraordinary career in the military. Please keep in touch! Don
"I've known Don for over 25 years. He is a dedicated and aggressive lawyer for his clients. He is fair and thoroughly prepared for any situation. His knowledge of military and administrative law is voluminous."
"Don King is AGGRESSIVE and EXPERIENCED, and just the lawyer you need for a military legal matter. I have known him for almost 25 years and have worked with him on a number of legal cases over the years. Hire him now!"
Military law lawyer
Military law lawyer
2019
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Invitation, National Trial Lawyers
2009
Outstanding Judge Advocate, Judge Advocates Association
2007
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
1996
Trial Advocacy Award Winner, American Trial Lawyers Association
1996 - 2020
Military Attorney, U.S. Navy Jag Corps
2020 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2020 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMilitary Law
2000 - Present
Oregon State BarMilitary Law Section
2000 - Present
Oregon State BarCriminal Law Section
Full acquittal
2019
Appellate Judge
2013
Advanced Ethics Counselor
2010
National Security Litigation
2009
Military Judge
2002
Advanced Trial Litigtion
1999
Basic Trial Advocacy
1997
Basic Trial Litigation
1995
J.D.
2014
National Security Litigation
2013
Defense Counsel Litigation Skills
2011
Advanced Trial Advocacy
2006
Trial Advocacy
2014
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