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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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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 | June 26, 2025
Incredibly Thankful
I was completely distraught about my situation, but Mr. King and his team not only took care of me efficiently and effectively, they also continued to support me with my personal over-all well-being as I went through the process. I am so thankful for them and their commitment to service before self.
Glad we could help! Often, just a phone call can make a world of difference! Glad we could be there for you.
Posted by Clemmietee | March 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Military Law
Amazing legal representation
Highly recommend 10/10 I am very grateful to have found out about King military Law. Mr King is very knowledgeable about military law & approaches things very strategic. His representation was well worth it. I initially called a little over a year ago and was very confused about what would happen ...
Thank you so much for your feedback and kind words, Clemmietee. What you went through took immense courage and I admire you for the way you challenged it and am so happy that you were successful! I'm also glad that you found us and chose us to work on your case. All of us here at KML were impressed with you and it has been such an honor for us to support you through this process. You are a remarkable Soldier, and I hope that the words of support you received serve as a reminder of your strength and dedication. We all know you'll do great things in your future and we look forward to staying in touch as you do so! Kasheta (p.s. Don says to send him an invite to your Nursing School graduation!)
Posted by Rubin | February 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Military Law
Excellent representation
I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the outstanding legal representation I received. Don demonstrated professionalism, deep knowledge of the law especially regarding the military matters that would otherwise have gone unnoticed and a genuine commitment to my case. Throughout the entire p...
Thanks for the feedback, Rubin! It was great getting to know you and your family and assisting you with your military legal matter. All of us at KML understand how foreign and confusing military law can be and work hard to make sure clients and their family members can reach us to get all of their questions answered. I'm so glad that our team met your expectations in that area! Best of luck to you in your future and please stay in touch! Don
Posted by Larry | July 03, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Military Law
My Career Would Have Ended If It Wasn't For Don.
The option my Commanding Officer gave to prosecutors was for me to take a deal that included getting busted down in rank and force retiring at just over 23 years of dedicated, and stellar service, or to go to court martial and potentially lose everything with potential time in the brig. Thankfully, ...
Thanks for your kind words, Larry. All of us here at KML appreciate you taking the time to tell your story. We all also very much appreciate you trusting us with a matter so important to you and your family. As you've discovered, the system is only as fair as the people who make the decisions and, when you find yourselves in the crosshairs of someone with a different sense of "fair," you can either accept their decisions or fight them. After such a loyal and stellar career, we're very glad you decided to fight back! Thanks also for the endorsement, but you you wife, and the senior Sailors who came to your defense are the real reason you received such a great outcome. I echo the Judge in thanking you for your years of dedication and encouraging you to get back out there and keep doing what you have always done best. Congratulations, thanks again, and please stay in touch!
"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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