Kenneth Joseph David

Kenneth Joseph David

4.3
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 22 years

Military law Lawyer Practice Areas: Military Law, Criminal Defense, Family, Unknown

About Kenneth

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 1%

Defends civilian clients throughout Second Judicial Circuit in Florida.

36 years | 300 cases

1%
Family 1%

I primarily handle military-related divorces and family law problems.

22 years | 100 cases

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Military Law 1%

Ken David retired orce as a lieutenant colonel with experience as an enlisted member, a rated officer (instructor navigator in EC/KC-135 tankers and a weapons systems officer (WSO) in RF-4s), and a lawyer. He was a chief prosecutor and area defense counsel (ADC) where he was rated the top ADC in the western circuit of the United States. He represented the Air Force in worldwide personal injury, admiralty claims, and property claims brought under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA).

36 years | 400 cases

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 22 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2003

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 20 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2005

Resigned Membership

No misconduct found

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Kenneth Joseph David's Reviews

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4.3 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | September 03, 2009 | Criminal Defense

Superior Law performance

My story: After I remarried, I told my Ex-wife I will be fighting for custody for my two daughters. It did not take her too long to come up with a devious plan. She accused me of everything she could think of, and I ended up with 15 charges of indecent acts with a minor and a rape charge. I thought ...my world was breaking apart. I could not understand how she could do such a thing, and moreover, I could not understand how she got my kids to tell all those lies. I did not want to rely solely on my Area Defense Counsel’s (ADC) help, so I contacted several different lawyers close-by. I was looking for someone who had prior military experience and knows the military legal system. Someone I can meet up with and talk to face to face, who would listen to me, who would believe in me and give me mutual trust, and someone who I can afford. This may sound silly, under those circumstances, but I’m enlisted we don’t make that much money. I had several lawyers telling me their price and after I said I cannot afford that, they asked me the question what I think my life is worth. I answered: Everything I have. But that was not enough for them. Ken David represented everything I was looking to get in a lawyer and I owe him my life. After a year long OSI investigation we finally had a date for the Article 32 hearing. Ken David together with my ADC got the rape charge dropped and 9 charges of indecent acts with a minor. My Court Martial was 4 months later, and it lasted 4 days. Those were the most horrific days in my life. I already had in the back of my mind that I will be sentenced to jail. When the jury came out and found me not guilty of all charges, all of my prayers had been answered. I know I would not be here right now, if it wasn’t for Ken David. He believed in me from day one, and he was fighting for me in that court room. I wish I could hire him as my lawyer in the state of Virginia to fight for my rights as a father. With him on my side, I know I would have my children back in my life by now. Ken if you read this, I want to thank you again from the bottom of my heart. You and your wife are lawyers who fight for the innocent people who can’t afford what the rest of those greedy attorneys charge. Please, don’t ever give that up! That’s what makes you so special! Best of luck to you and your family!

Posted by anonymous | February 03, 2009 | Divorce & Separation

Needed a stronger

KD was hired to correct an upside down Dissolution of Marriage case. I came to KD with all of my concerns up front that I needed to have corrected, and challenged immediately (that was 2005), it is now fours years later and I am still dealing with those issues that I initially took to Mr. KD with th...e exception of one major issue which he felt was to only issue. Upon hiring KD a deposit was sent to him to go to court for me to stop an unjustified garnishment which he faild to do. Later during the evolution of the various issues that occured from the opposing team KD allowed chaos and constant delays draging everything out much longer that what is should have been. KD did not display knowledge to repell opposing counsel and her client's attacks, is a very very nice gentleman to include his court presentation. At the end of the main issue KD sent me an invoice more than the original deposit, so after I challenged him with proof we settled for 1/3 the cost. The issues still exist!!!!

Kenneth David

Replied last February 05, 2009

Robo750 had his child support reduced by half, saving him over $600 per month and about $30K or so over his lifetime. That was about two years ago. The work was finished and we won. He has personal problems with his ex-wife that he feels his lawyer should address for no pay forever. He's exactly why I stopped doing any family law work - even when you win, some client's are never happy.

Posted by anonymous | October 06, 2008 | Criminal Defense

Superior Lawyer

I had a pretty rough patch full of accusations that were false and Mr. David helped smash through all the lies and cleared my name and allowed my family and I to move on with our lives. Mr David came into this case on my request and was always straight forward and honest with me with what he thoug...ht was the proper route to take. I was charged Assault, Assault on a female, and unlawful entry and went to an Article 32. Mr. David cross examined the prosecutions witnesses and was able to show that the accuser had lied and embellished her story. He was able to get the first 2 charges immediately thrown out. My command then decided to push the matter and another charge of drunk and disorderly was then added on. I was offered a summery court marshal that I would have to plead guilty to and be discharged with an Other then Honorable. Mr. David said that was not a good deal and that he was confident if I took this to a Special court marshal that we could beat the charges still pending. Mr. David was a magician at the trial and uncovered the truth quickly and even had the prosecutions witnesses admitting the truth of the matter and was able to get me a NOT GUILTY on all charges. I owe this man my live and will never be able to repay him for his help. I would recommend that anyone that has a case that looks like there is no hope to call on this man. He is top rate. Any lawyer that goes head to head with this man need beware!

Posted by anonymous | July 16, 2008 | Military Law

This man saved my reputation, family and career.

To be brief, I was facing some serious charges, not to mention life altering prison time and sexual offender registration. I was accused of multiple indecent acts with a minor. Despite the fact that there was no evidence and an ever changing story by the accuser the JAG was ready to hang me out to ...dry. I was appointed an Area Defense Council. Due to the nature of the charges I had to wait over a year for my article 32 hearing. During this time my ADC changed three different times. I was frustrated by this so i contacted Mr. David. Within 20 minutes of speaking to him I knew I wanted him to represent me. His background in military law and his resume speak for themselves. Mr. David was able to uncover a key piece evidence that was previously ignored,despite my pleas, by my other attorneys and the OSI. My case was thrown out before Court Martial. As a husband and father I had EVERYTHING to lose. I owe so much to this man it is unbelievable. I would have paid four times what he charged me. One side note, I knew I was in good hands when I heard a member of my JAG office tell Mr. David to "Take it easy on my boys" meaning the attorneys appointed to prosecute me. You CAN NOT go wrong choosing Mr. Ken David.

Posted by jose | July 16, 2008 | Criminal Defense

A Lawyer who cares about his clients...

Ken will do everything he can to win your case. He cares about his clients, not just about getting a pay check. My case was extremely complicated and Ken used many resources to help me get my name cleared.

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Experience

Rating:  6.5 (Good)

Honors

1999

Graduated with Honors, Temple University LL.M. Trial Advocacy Law Program

1992

Distinguished Graduate, Air Force Squadron Officer School

1992

Outstanding Graduate in Squadron (1st of 93), USAF Squadron Officer School

1980

Distinguished Graduate, USAF Officer Training School

1980

Cum Laude, Economics B.S. Degree, University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh

Work Experience

2003 - 2004

Associate, Frank Sheffield P.A.

1990 - 2003

JAG Lt Colonel, U S Air Force

Sample of Legal Cases

U.S. v. RADVANSKY

Four charges of drug use dismissed

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Education

1999

Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws - honors

1987

University of Nebraska College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh

BS - Bachelor of Science - Cum Laude

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