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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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Showing 1 - 5 of 30 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by anonymous | March 26, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Military physician defense
Don and his team are amazing. I am an active duty doctor who was charged following an allegation of failing a military random urine drug screen. I hired Don to represent me at both NJP and a Board of Inquiry. He is an absolute expert at all level of military law. My case was complex as it also includ...
Hey Doc! Thanks for taking the time to share your experiences with KML. While I’m so disappointed in the Navy that you needed our services, I’m so glad you chose us to fight this battle with you. I’ve been doing this a long time, and I've rarely seen such poor leadership decisions as in your case. This legal issue should never have existed and was purely the result of poor, self-preservation-focused decision-making. No reasonable person would have ever placed a man, a naval officer, and a physician of your quality in a defensive position. I’m sorry you had to fight so hard to win a battle that should never have existed. But I’m glad it’s behind you, freeing you up to continue the massive contributions you make to women’s health and to our Navy families. The Navy doesn’t have enough care providers like you (and, after your treatment by the Navy, we need not wonder why), and I know I join your patients, nurses, and Corpsmen when I say how happy they all are that you succeeded in your fight. And thanks for calling out the paralegals. Kasheta, Holly, and Angela are all retired military members who’ve dedicated themselves to fighting for fairness for our clients. Thanks for recognizing their impact. From all of us here at KML, our very best to you and your family, Doc, as you continue to do great things, in whatever capacity! Don and the KML Team
Posted by anonymous | February 26, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
10/10 Experience
I would absolutely recommend Mr. Kings representation to anyone being accused of a crime in the Military. His experience is second to none and his knowledge of the military legal process is very impressive. Personally, my command was not on my side through any steps of the process but KML had my back...
Thank you for your review, "Anonymous." I recognize who you are, and I appreciate that you chose our firm to represent you during this stressful process. The entire KML team is pleased to see that you won—you absolutely deserved that victory. It is unacceptable when commands forget that loyalty must flow both ways and that allegations are not truth. It's disappointing to witness commands overlook this fundamental principle. All too often, commands or investigative agencies such as NCIS, CID, AFOSI, or CGIS gather only enough information to support a presumption of guilt, which ultimately influences their decision to charge you. At KML, we don't let this happen. From the start, we conduct our own investigation and collect evidence that SUPPORTS our clients. We then may present this compelling information to the prosecution or command before they make a decision, ensuring they have the complete picture—not just the narrow view provided by NCIS. This approach can, and does, make a significant difference for our client, as it did for you. We are thrilled to see you back on track! Wishing you continued success in your career, and I encourage you to stay in touch! Best, Don and the KML Team
Posted by anonymous | July 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
King Military Law is Your Only Choice- Our family’s Journey to Justice
If you’re searching for an attorney who is confident, meticulous, highly knowledgeable, and truly committed to your case, Don King is the clear and only choice. My family and I endured years of injustice and suffering before making the life-changing decision to hire Mr. King. From the moment we did...
Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback about your experience with KML. It's always gratifying to hear "NOT GUILTY" after being under suspicion for so long. It's just terrible how long it takes the military to bring cases from allegations to trial (in this case, nearly three years!), and living under that stress and anxiety takes a terrible toll on those involved. But you and your family kept the faith and hired us because you wanted to fight—and fight you did! I'm so glad it's over for you and happy it turned out the way it should. You can now all get on with your lives and leave this unfortunate process behind you! Thanks again for trusting us with your legal matter. We're honored that you chose us, and we're here for you again if you ever need us. Don and KML Team
Posted by Ivan | July 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The best lawyer and man!
I would like to express my deepest gratitude to Mr. Don, Holly and his entire team. Thanks to him, 2 years of nightmare are over. In my search for a lawyer, I came across those who wanted a lot of money, but did not even understand how to help me, those who did not want to take on my case, but Don im...
Ivan, I really appreciate you taking the time to write this. It was an honor to work with Don to represent you through this long and difficult chapter. From day one, I could tell your case wasn’t going to be easy, but I also saw that you were ready to fight for the truth. You stayed engaged, you showed up, and you never gave up, even when things got tough. I saw how heavy the stress was, how much this weighed on you and your family, and I want you to know: your strength and commitment to fight for what was right was encouraging. You were also one of the most responsive clients I’ve ever worked with—every time I needed something, you were on it. You even caught a few things I missed along the way, which says a lot about how invested you were. As far as clients go, you made our job easier. The courtroom isn’t always fair. But you showed up with courage, and we made sure the truth came through loud and clear. You gave us your trust, and I never took that lightly. BTW, thanks for the "Suits" reference! I’m actually a huge Suits fan myself, so that reference definitely made my day. Wishing you and your family all the best in your next chapter. Holly and Team
Posted by John S. | April 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
“Thank God I had Mr. King”
When my case was over, I thought “Thank God I had Mr. King”. PROFESSIONAL EXPERTISE: Although resume speaks for itself, his experience and expertise really shine when you see him in action. a. During the preparation, it seemed like he was always thinking three steps ahead. Also, h...
Thanks for the kind words, John. We sure appreciate you sharing your story with others. Your case was a long, hard grind and a perfect example of how broken our system is. From easily proven false allegations to assumptions of guilt to unnecessarily erecting walls that you had to surmount to defend yourself--you faced all they could throw at you and fought back--and WON! All of us here at KML are sorry that you had to go through this but proud of the way you fought back and elated that you won! Hopefully, your story will be read by others who may be in similar circumstances and give them hope when things look bleak. Thanks again, John. Please stay 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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