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Navy Chief, 2021

November 3, 2021 / Don King / No Comments
“I was facing a NJP for an innocent situation brought up by some disgruntled subordinates. The command was looking to ram through proceedings to save face, but upon hiring Don he quickly came to my defense and forced the command to blink, and stop proceedings. I was less than a year from retirement and needed to make sure I was protected. My rank and retirement and everything I had worked hard for were at risk. However after Don’s tenacious defense on my behalf I ended up only having 45 days of EMI. Don and the rest of King Military Law were worth every cent, and I’m beyond grateful that I hired him and his team.”
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Marine Sgt, 2021

November 3, 2021 / Don King / No Comments
“I can not speak highly enough about Don King. His care about my situation was clearly genuine and his ability to listen and understand the complexities of my situation were impressive. He is so smart, compassionate, balanced and wise. He’s the whole package. He also understands military law better than maybe almost anyone. From listening to Don you readily can understand that was not only an experienced trial attorney, he served as a Senior Judge in the Navy/Marine Corps Criminal Appeals Court!!! He understands all the in’s and out’s of military law and, If I am correct, even trained many Appellate Judges! He knows the law and knows the people in the military criminal law system. Since you are reading this and are probably in a very tough spot, I wouldn’t think twice about calling Don right away.”
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Air Force Officer, 2021

November 3, 2021 / Don King / No Comments
“As a military member, I was concerned with the new regulations and policies of the DoD with regards to the COVID vaccine, so I decided to reach out and get some legal background on the issue. Fortunately, I was able to find Mr. King and his practice and was quickly in contact having my first consultation over the phone with Don. Don was extremely knowledgeable and answered all my questions and concerns in an extremely professional manner for free and on his day off! Needless to say, if I have any Military legal issues Mr. King will be the first number I call!”
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Navy Chief Petty Officer, 2021

November 3, 2021 / Don King / No Comments
“Mr. King is a true professional. His knowledge and communication style are unmatched. He was very open and clear as well as understanding. He was also on top of things as well as thorough. When I had questions and addressed concerns, he was quick to return my inquiries. One of the best aspects of Mr. King was that we had a great connection and this allowed everything to run much more smoothly. I highly recommend Mr. King as representation for those seeking a true professional and great results.”
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Navy Sailor, 2021

July 2, 2021 / Don King / No Comments
“It’s impossible for me to give you all the full story of what my command did to me out to sea in only 4,000 characters so I’ll just leave you with the ending because that’s all that matters. The outcome after hiring Don King. Once we got back to port I contacted don after I found his number on google as a last resort. I was desperate and hopeless. I sent a pdf file of all of the medical evidence as well as documented evidence I gathered over the previous months via email to Don. Shortly after we met face to face in mid-December right before I went on holiday leave. I paid him his retainer fee & 2.5 months later I was honorably discharged from the Navy with a DD-214 in hand. Throughout the entire process of Don representing me he always reached out to check on me. And he made it clear to my entire chain of command that if there was any retaliation for me hiring an attorney that there would be swift & severe consequences. He always offered moral support & answered the phone any time I had a question. He protected me on my way out & taught me how to properly navigate this entire process in a safe & effective manner. He was absolutely ruthless when it came to fighting to get me a good deal & make sure I didn’t get screwed over with a negative discharge that negatively affected my life outside of the military. Don is a man with a good moral compass, and 30 years prior navy jag experience as a retired captain. His knowledge & experience is absolutely priceless & if you pay for his services you will absolutely receive the best outcome that a legal representative can possibly provide. In a matter of 2.5 months Don did what congress & the entire department of the navy couldn’t do combined. I couldn’t be happier that I came across Don’s name & I’ll forever be grateful to call him a friend. If anyone is being abused by their chain of command I highly suggest you start documenting absolutely everything that happens to you & contact don king. Once you give him the evidence of what has been happening to you, he will get you what you need every single time.”
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Navy Parent, 2021.

July 2, 2021 / Don King / No Comments
“After speaking to several attorneys that all said our case was hopeless we found Don King. He took the time to listen to our whole story and understand what had happened and what we needed. He made us feel like our case was important and he genuinely cared. He maintained open lines of communication and kept us abreast of all developments. He explained the process thoroughly up front, and set proper expectations. He won our un-winnable case through extraordinary diligence. He thought of all the potential pitfalls and was prepared for every challenge. There are no words to express how grateful we are to him. We cannot recommend him enough!”
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Navy parent, 2021

July 2, 2021 / Don King / No Comments
“FIVE STARS. King Military Law helped us through a very challenging time. He was responsive, understanding and knowledgeable about the military and specific issues active duty members deal with on a day to day basis.”
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Naval Officer, May 2021

July 2, 2021 / Don King / No Comments
“Each case is different and results cannot be guaranteed, but I believe that my positive outcome was due to the work that Don put in as I was attempting the impossible, a “Hail Mary” to save my career. I originally hired Don to represent me for a BCNR claim after a Board of Inquiry (BOI) had substantiated 2 allegations of misconduct against me, and was recommending to the Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Manpower and Reserve Affairs) for me to be separated with a General (Under Honorable) characterization. As a Naval Officer with over 11 years committed to serving my country, I had just about given up and felt as though even though I was innocent of what I was being accused of, the system was rigged against me. I regretted not hiring an attorney earlier on, and though I felt the free legal assistance I got from the JAGs on base was good, their hands are tied in terms of the scope of their representation. After talking with Don a couple times (both times for around an hour and without any cost to me), he agreed to take my case, as I was interested in retaining an attorney to fight for me to be reinstated AFTER separation. Instead, [Don fought for me to STAY, writing] a compelling letter to the ASN, which resulted in me being FULLY AQCUITTED! My command was surprised and backed off me finally, and the free Jags were amazed that the results of a BOI would be disapproved at the SECNAV level. I will say that hiring Don cost me more than some other attorneys I consulted with, but it was worth having a retired O-6 JAG with Don’s level of experience on my side. Being recently retired and well-respected in his community, he still has the right connections that can be a difference maker in cases such as mine. He doesn’t mess around or beat around the bush, and I appreciated his straight-shooting approach. I am confident that Don will fight to get the best possible outcome for his clients. He has done that for me. If you are reading this and your back is against the wall, do yourself a favor and take advantage of the free consultation with Don. If you’re smarter than I was at the time, hire an attorney as soon as you can when facing legal troubles. The government has limitless resources at its disposal and you need a competent, confident attorney to advocate for your rights. Though I’ve never met him as we did all of our work over the phone and via text/email, I hope to shake his hand and get a picture with him one day. Don did the impossible for me.”
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Air Force Officer, 2021

July 2, 2021 / Don King / No Comments
“FIVE STARS!!! A TRUE ADVOCATE AND PROFESSIONAL! Don and King Military Law are simply THE source for professional legal advice for military members. He made himself immediately available to answer questions of a personal/professional nature, and I walked away knowing I received fair and balanced advice that could be trusted. His approach is compassionate and professional, and I felt like he truly had my interest in mind. Don knows the fine details of military law, military-speak, and the devastation a civil proceeding can have on a military career. He took the time to hear me out and provided multiple points of views that only 30+ years of specialized litigation can accomplish. If you are reading this, likely something is occurring in your life that needs a true professional. Don helped me chart a course through some tricky water, and I can’t imagine a better advocate to help you navigate!”
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When Experience Matters Most

July 2, 2021 / Don King / No Comments
King Military Law: Decades of Experience in YOUR Corner
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