About Nellie Linn
Nellie L — King is the proprietor of The Law Offices of Nellie L. King, P.A., located in West Palm Beach, Florida. Specializing solely in felony defense, she navigates complex cases throughout both state and federal courts. Her knowledge encompasses many offenses, which includes corruption, murder, sex crimes, fraud, white-collar investigations, and complex conspiracy instances. This numerous practice allows her to address the demanding situations presented by every client’s state of affairs. A graduate of Mary Washington College in Fredericksburg, Virginia, King earned her Bachelor’s degree in 1992.
She furthered her education by obtaining her law degree (J.D.) from Nova Southeastern University Law School. While attending law school, King distinguished herself by winning the Feinrider Moot Court Competition. Her oratory abilities and courtroom presence earned her various trial advocacy awards, showcasing her commitment to excellence in legal practice. King’s leadership in the criminal protection network is notable. From 2022 to 2023, she served as the 64th president of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL). Prior to this position, she held the role of first vice chairman in 2020 and second vice chairman in 2019.
Her impact extends regionally as well, having served as president of each the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Palm Beach Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. These positions reflect her commitment to advocating for the rights of the accused and shaping the future of criminal defense. In popularity of her contributions, King has received numerous prestigious awards. In 2017, she was honored with the Women in Leadership Award from the Executive Women of the Palm Beaches. More lately, in 2022, she received the Harriette S. Glasner Award from the Palm Beach County Chapter of the ACLU of Florida.
This award recognized her unwavering dedication to improving the felony legal system and her advocacy for transparency and accountability. Community service is also a significant facet of King’s profession. She serves at the Palm Beach County Criminal Justice Commission and chairs "Stand Up for Innocence," an annual event that advantages the Innocence Project of Florida. Additionally, King often lectures on various subjects, which includes sex abuse protection, trial strategies, and problems associated with the mentally ill. Her office is positioned at 319 Clematis Street, Suite 604, West Palm Beach, FL 33401. For consultations, she may be reached at (561) 220-2377, reflecting her dedication to offering accessible legal help to the ones in need.