Leadership Roles
Nellie L. King is sworn in as the President of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (FACDL) by Florida Supreme Court Chief Justice Jorge Labarga at the Four Seasons, Palm Beach.
Awards and Accolades
Astronaut and Congressional candidate, Captain Mark Kelly, congratulates Nellie L. King on winning the Executive Women of the Palm Beaches Women in Leadership Award, Private Sector, at the Kravis Center, West Palm Beach.
Advocacy Efforts
Nellie L. King serves as the Host of the Annual “Stand Up for Innocence” comedy event benefiting the Innocence Project of Florida. King is pictured with Florida exoneree James Bain, a man who spent 35 years in prison for a crime he did not commit and who was freed after DNA evidence proved his innocence. Also pictured: King with Innocence Project of Florida Executive Director Seth Miller while hosting one of the fundraising events.
Countless Endorsements
See What Our Clients & Peers Are Saying About Us-
“Her knowledge of the law, her courage while aggressively fighting for me, belief in my innocence and the ability to communicate with the jury were priceless in ensuring my freedom.”
- V.C., Former Client -
“Nellie represented our son fiercely in her trademark "pit bull" style and won a landmark case in our county. Top-notch, caring, and highly respected are the qualities that come to mind when I think of Nellie King.”
- Brenda Benson -
“Between her knowledge, hard work, and respect she is able to get her clients the best possible outcome in their cases. Ms. King is very knowledgeable in criminal law, she is hardworking and caring.”
- W.G. -
“Sharp, tenacious, passionate, and totally committed to securing justice, Nellie King advocates tirelessly for her clients. Your case becomes her case.”
- Leigh D. Hagan (Ph.D. Board-Certified Forensic Psychologist) -
“Attorney Nellie King is absolutely unstoppable in the courtroom. Her skill and technique are matched only by her will and her drive. She is not afraid to zealously defend her clients and never shies away from protecting their constitutional rights.”
- Jessica Yeary (Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer & Public Defender Elect, Florida’s 2nd Judicial Circuit) -
“Her concern for the turmoil of the client’s life, and its impact on their family, imbue every strategic decision she makes.”
- Joe Guastaferro (Nationally Recognized Trial Consultant and Jury Selection Specialist) -
“Nellie is one of the most dogged, detailed, dedicated, and skilled advocates that I've had the pleasure of working with in my 30-year career. Prosecutors undoubtedly cringe upon her entry into the case.”
- Charles Mittelstadt (Criminal Defense Investigator)
