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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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State: Washington
Acquired: 2021
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Acquired: 1996
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Posted by Travis | December 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Military Law
DON'T TALK UNTIL YOU HAVE CALL KING LAW
If you’re reading these reviews and still wondering, “Do I really need an attorney?” the answer is a resounding YES! I questioned whether I needed one, and now I know I should have retained legal counsel from day one of the investigation. It doesn’t matter what the issue is—never talk to anyone wi...
Travis, from our entire team, thank you for this incredibly thoughtful review. You captured exactly what we strive for: making you feel heard, prioritized, and supported when everything feels overwhelming. Your recognition of our expertise is appreciated, but your words about compassion and genuine care mean the world to us, as we really strive to give our clients and their families that kind of attention. Military justice is complex, but at its heart, it’s about standing up for someone whose entire future is on the line. Thank you for trusting us to stand beside you. We’ll always be here if you need us. Merry Christmas! Don and the KML team
Posted by BC | July 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
Best in the business.
Professional, tenacious, knowledgeable, and genuine. Mr. King and KML are devoted to justice. They have what it takes to get the best outcome. From start to finish they are by far the best people in the business. They brought an end to a six year period of litigation. Bringing peace and assurance to ...
Hey Ben! Thanks for taking the time to share your experiences with KML. It was an honor assisting you and your family through this very tough time. We're as grateful as you that it ended with a complete exoneration and for good. Go forth and conquer, my friend, and stay in touch and reach out if you ever need us again. Don
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 Jamila | July 02, 2025 | Military Law
Don King will do everything in his power to win your case
I had the privilege of working with Attorney Don King, a dedicated and highly skilled civilian attorney, who represents servicemembers during challenging legal situations. From the outset, he demonstrated exceptional professionalism, deep knowledge of military law, and a strong due diligence to his ...
Thanks so much for the review, Jamila, and back at you! I've worked with many translators in my years in the courtroom, and you were, by far, the best. Your professionalism and attention to the client played a huge role in the success he achieved at trial, and I couldn't imagine having done all of that without you. Again, thanks for the kind words, and all of us at KML look forward to working with you again! 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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