Kleo King

Kleo J. King is Senior Director of Accessibility Operations & Counsel for United Spinal Association’s Accessibility Consulting Services program. Kleo began her career with United Spinal, formerly Eastern Paralyzed Veterans Association in 1987. She has worked in the accessibility field for over thirty-three years. Prior to rejoining United Spinal Association, Kleo served as Deputy Commissioner and General Counsel for the New York City Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities from 2014 to 2021, where she advised the Commissioner on legal issues and city policies that affect people with disabilities, worked with City agencies on accessibility issues, and drafted legislation and policies. She currently serves on the Accessibility Committee reviewing and revising the New York City Building Code and has consulted on accessibility for major construction projects including the new Yankee Stadium, the Lincoln Center Redevelopment, and various other facilities. A graduate of the George Mason University School of Law with a Juris Doctorate, King is a member of the American Bar Association, the New York State and New York City Bar Associations and the Virginia State Bar Association.