Our Attorneys

Mr. King is a partner in our Orlando-based law firm.  His practice focuses primarily on representing individuals and families in cases involving significant injury or death. In 1995, Mr. King established his home and practice in Central Florida. He served the citizens of Orange, Osceola and Seminole Counties as a criminal defense attorney. In 1997,  Mr. King joined a civil trial firm and practiced in the areas of insurance defense, workers’ compensation, and personal injury law.  

In 2000, he expanded his practice to the areas of personal injury, negligent security, wrongful death, insurance litigation, automobile and products liability. Over the course of his career, he has represented some of the nation’s largest corporations including hotel chains, restaurants, shopping malls, trucking companies, construction companies, and apartment communities. Since 2006, Mr. King has only represented victims of injury, including those who were injured or killed by the failure of businesses to provide reasonable security.  

Mr. King has conducted over sixty jury trials to verdict since 1995.  He is a member of the Million Dollar Advocate Forum which is limited to trial lawyers who have demonstrated exceptional skill, experience and excellence in advocacy by achieving a trial verdict, award or settlement in the amount of one million dollars or more. He is also a life member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum having met the qualifications of acting as principal counsel in a case which resulted in an award in excess of two million dollars.

Mr. King offers his knowledge as a guest speaker on issues related to premises liability and negligent security to several Florida professional associations including law enforcement agencies; property management groups; business owners and insurance companies. He writes or contributes to news articles both in print and on television related to personal injury and/or wrongful death.  Mr. King often speaks at the local law schools about the practice of law.

Mr. King earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Florida A&M University in 1992 and is a 1995 graduate of the Florida State University College of Law.  During his studies, Mr. King served as an intern in the Florida House of Representatives, the Alabama Capital Representation Resource Center, and the Volunteer Lawyer Post-Conviction Defender Organization.  He represented children in need of legal counsel as a member of the Children's Advocacy Center and served as President of the Black Law Student Association.  He has also volunteered his time at various senior citizen organizations.

He is a member of the Florida Bar, the Orange County Bar Association, and is admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida. He has prepared briefs presented to Florida appeals courts and has successfully appeared before the Florida Supreme Court. He is a member of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, The Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers, and The National Crime Victim Bar Association. 

Mr. King is an active member of his community making generous donations to local churches, youth organizations, senior citizen groups, sororities and fraternities. He also sponsors various youth athletic teams and has contributed to the campaigns of several political candidates. 

Mr. Markman is the Managing Partner with King & Markman.  He has served as lead counsel in over seventy-five trials and represented clients successfully in appellate courts resulting in a number of published decisions from state and Federal courts. He has been rated high to very high in both legal ability and ethical standards by his peers. He is admitted to practice in all state courts in Florida as well as the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida, U.S. District Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, and the Supreme Court of the United States. Mr. Markman is also a member of the New York State Bar Association and the Georgia Bar Association, admitted to practice in all state courts of New York and Georgia.

Mr. Markman is an honors graduate of Syracuse University College of Law, where he served as a member of the law review.  He received his Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and history with a minor in sociology from Miami University. He specializes in the areas of medical malpractice, negligent security, nursing home abuse and neglect, insurance litigation, health law, hospital law, state medical licensure, automobile and products liability, personal injury, wrongful death, municipal and governmental law, employment law, civil rights, criminal law, appellate advocacy and professional malpractice.

Mr. Markman is a member of the Florida Bar, New York State Bar, Georgia Bar, Orange County Bar Association and the Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys. He also volunteers his time as a guardian ad litem for children in the foster care system and as a judge and legal advisor for the Orange County Teen Court program. He has been politically active, previously running for Orange County Commissioner, has served on the boards of Countywatch, the Orange County Democratic Executive Committee, and served as Chairman of the Orlando Citizen's Police Review Board. He has also served his community as a member of Kiwanis of North Orlando and his local church.

Mr. Markman has taught future lawyers as an adjunct professor of law at Barry University School of Law where he has taught Health Law and Products Liability. He has lectured on a variety of topics before administrators, risk managers, physicians, nurses and other health care providers. His presentations included "Prosecuting and Defending Slip and Fall Litigation" at Barry University and "Perspectives of Nursing Home Defense Litigation" before Adventist Health System/Sunbelt, Inc. He has also taught in the areas of torts and criminal law.

He started his professional legal career in a small private practice before joining the Office of the Public Defender for the Ninth Judicial Circuit where he represented criminal defendants. He then joined a local civil defense firm where he represented the interests of physicians, nurses, hospitals, nursing homes, home health agencies and other health care professionals. He also represented municipalities, police officers, insurance companies, and others before opening The Markman Law Firm, P.A. When the opportunity to join forces with Tyrone A. King presented itself, King & Markman, P.A. was born. Since that time Mr. Markman has been representing individuals and professionals, defending their rights and protecting them to ensure that justice is serviced.

Seth Smith is an associate with King & Markman. He handles a diverse range of personal injury claims from automobile and trucking accidents, victims of premises liability, negligent security, civil rights violations, and the representation of survivors of wrongful death.

Born and raised in Orlando, Mr. Smith takes great pride in serving The Greater Orlando area. Mr. Smith attended Florida Gulf Coast University in Fort Myers, Florida, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Legal Studies, with a minor in Political Science. While attending Florida Gulf Coast University, Mr. Smith served as an intern with the State Attorney’s Office Medicaid Fraud Unit. In his spare time, Mr. Smith volunteered at a local food bank and homeless shelter.

After graduating from Florida Gulf Coast University, Mr. Smith returned to his hometown of Orlando, Florida to attend Florida A & M University College of Law. Mr. Smith focused his time and studies focusing on civil rights, motion practice and trial preparation. He immersed himself in trial practice and hands-on litigation experiences, dedicating countless hours to mastering the skills necessary to advocate effectively on behalf of clients. From participating in mock trials to studying strategies that resonate with juries, Mr. Smith honed his ability to deliver results both in and out of the courtroom. These efforts laid the foundation for Mr. Smith’s commitment to pursuing justice through negotiation, litigation, and when necessary, powerful jury trial advocacy.

While attending law school, Mr. Smith worked at a large plaintiff’s firm, where he worked on new case files, determining the legal basis for each potential claim. Mr. Smith screened thousands of cases and led his team in sign-ups of new cases on multiple occasions. Mr. Smith also served as an intern in the Guardian Ad Litem program where he dedicated his time to the welfare of displaced, abused and neglected children. In the Guardian Ad Litem program, Mr. Smith evaluated the living conditions of displaced children, drafted reports and reported his findings to the court. As a Certified Legal Intern, Mr. Smith reported his findings to the court and attended material proceedings with the attorneys. While attending Florida A & M University College of Law, Mr. Smith was consistently a member of the Dean’s list and graduated near the top of his class.

Mr. Smith joined King & Markman, P.A. shortly after graduating from Florida A & M University College of Law. At King & Markman, P.A., Mr. Smith conducts new client interviews, prepares cases for litigation or settlement, attends and argues at court proceedings, and drafts appellate briefs. Mr. Smith is admitted to practice law in the State of Florida and the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida. He is also a member of the Orange County Bar Association.

Mr. Smith’s passion for representing injured persons against insurance companies stems from a deeply personal experience involving a close family member. Mr. Smith witnessed their struggle and the imbalance of bargaining power which ignited a fire to ensure no one else endures the same injustice. Mr. Smith strives to level the playing field, provides his clients with the representation they deserve, and fights tirelessly for meaningful outcomes. Mr. Smith’s long-term goal is to secure impactful jury trial verdicts that not only provide his clients with the compensation they need but also building a reputation for unwavering success. At the heart of Mr. Smith’s practice is a commitment to forming personal connections with his clients. He understands the physical, emotional, and financial toll an injury can take on a person and their family. That’s why Mr. Smith prioritizes compassion, transparency, and devoted service. Every case is more than a legal matter - it’s a chance to make a difference in someone’s life.

Beyond the courtroom, Mr. Smith is deeply committed to giving back to the community. He believes that true advocacy extends beyond individual cases and into building a stronger, more informed community. Whether it’s through volunteering, supporting local initiatives, or providing educational resources about personal injury rights, he strives to empower individuals with the knowledge they need to protect themselves and their families.