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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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Posted by anonymous | August 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Hands down best lawyer for navy legal representation
Don is absolutely amazing, I cannot thank him enough for how much he helped me out with my case. He knows the Navy legal system inside out and has a ton of experience. If it weren’t for him I would have never been reinstated. My chain of command literally tried to rail road me, twist my story, and ev...
Hey, B. Thanks so much for taking the time to share your experience with all of us at KingMilitaryLaw.com! It's true that Navy commanders have a great deal of authority and very little incentive to correct their errors. As a result, even other lawyers feel like they can't give Sailors any hope. But there IS hope, you just have to fight for it and that's why all of us here at KML do this type of work. We're retired military, parents of current military, and we have LOTs of experience fighting--and winning. And when we do so, it makes us as happy as our clients to get them what they deserve--in your case avoiding a separation for high-year tenure that you didn't deserve. Thanks so much for reaching out and we wish you, your wonderful wife, and your little one the best of luck as you continue your career. Please invite us to your promotion to Chief, which I'm sure will happen soon!
Posted by Dina | August 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Thank you Don
Where do I begin? This will be a bit lengthy as I want to share my experience King Military Law. There aren’t enough words to express how grateful, blessed, and completely honored we are to have had Don King and his team representing my Marine. A few months ago, my son found himself in a very difficu...
Thanks so much for taking the time to relay your experience with us, Dina. All of us here at KML are former or retired military and parents so we know how hard it can be for parents when their kids are involved in military justice. It's an unfamiliar and complex system that can make parents feel helpless. We're all so glad that you and your son reached out to us for help and we were honored to ensure that the Marine Corps finally treated your son with the fairness he deserved. Again, thanks for all of your kind words, please stay in touch, and we wish your son the very best in his future endeavors! Don
Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2023
HM2
Mr. King was very helpful in addressing my concerns with my command. He gave me confidence in how to defend myself. I highly recommend him
Thank you, HM2. While there is only so much any attorney can do in one phone call, it's often a pleasant experience when we can provide information and explanations that just help the client feel better. Sometimes just knowing that the future doesn't look so bleak is the best news you can get! It was an honor speaking wish you the best of luck!
Posted by Rancell | July 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Legal Case in Camp Pendleton
This guy has the best legal team in the nation, hands down. All odds were against my best friend, another co-worker, and myself. Somehow, he managed to win every single battle. Don King literally fought for us 24/7, it did not matter to him whether it was the weekend or late at night. Don always answ...
Thanks, Rancell! Appreciate the review. All of us here at KML were so happy to meet and work with you! Your case should have never been sent to a court-martial and I'm glad we were able to get the charges dismissed. You're an exceptional Marine and American and I look forward to seeing you do great things! Thanks for trusting us to represent you and stay in touch!
Posted by Chiara | July 12, 2023
Absolutely exceptional
I conducted a 30 minute consultation with Mr. King. I was beyond intrigued with the amount of knowledge and competence he exuded. Mr. King was thorough, concise, and ver professional. The best legal advice I’ve ever received. I would high recommend retaining Mr. King as an attorney.
It was my honor to speak with you on the phone and I greatly appreciate your taking the time to comment on our conversation. Patriots like you are the reason all of us here at King Military Law do what we do and we're all happy to provide what help we are able to over the phone. Glad to hear that we exceeded your expectations! Call again if you need us and best of luck in your future! 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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29 May 2026
How long can I be held on legal hold in the military? I get out in 45 days and was just put on legal hold without any proof.
21 Jan 2025
Active-duty military son being charged with 4 articles of UCMJ including sexual assault -- what do we do?
15 Sep 2024