Insurance Defense Litigation & More Attorney · Serving West Palm Beach, FL · 42+ Years Experience
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About David V. King at a Glance
David V. King is a Partner based in West Palm Beach, Florida, practicing at King & Chaves LLC. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1984) and US District Court, Southern District of Florida (1985). Educated at Emory University School of Law (J.D., 1984) and Catawba College (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in West Palm Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David V. King
- Mr. David V. King is a lawyer practicing insurance defense litigation, medical malpractice, personal injury and 10 other areas of law
- David V. received a B.A. degree from Catawba College in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
- David V. practices at King & Chaves LLC in West Palm Beach, FL
Practice Areas Explained
David V. King's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David V. King handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in West Palm Beach.
Medical Malpractice in West Palm Beach
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
David V. King is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Florida →
Personal Injury in West Palm Beach
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
David V. King is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →
Business & Corporate Law in West Palm Beach
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
David V. King is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →
Product Liability in West Palm Beach
David V. King is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Florida →
Civil Litigation in West Palm Beach
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
David V. King is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in West Palm Beach
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in West Palm Beach are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
West Palm Beach Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a West Palm Beach-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in West Palm Beach Choose David V. King
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David V. King's practice in the field of medical malpractice, personal injury, business, product liability, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David V. King brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Georgia and US District Court, Southern District of Florida, David V. King can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, personal injury, and business, David V. King can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in West Palm Beach
A West Palm Beach-based practice means David V. King attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David V. King Handles in West Palm Beach
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David V. King has experience with under Florida law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David V. King directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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