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David W. Duce
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Biography
My injured clients and their families pay a steep personal price when other people or institutions choose, for whatever reason, to do things that put other people in harms way. I believe holding wrongdoers accountable for their choices and their actions is the best way to bringing justice to the injured, killed or abused. Justice for my clients, and people like them, means closure; it means making sure they are fully and fairly compensation for what was taken and doing something to prevent the same thing from happening to someone else.
It is our right to expect our fellow drivers to follow the rules of the road. We can rightfully expect corporations to keep their vehicles, their equipment, and their properties in safe condition. Doctors and hospitals must follow the safety policies and procedures developed over the years to keep us all safe. Nursing homes must hire, train, and supervise enough qualified staff people to care for our most vulnerable citizens. When these expectations are not met and someone gets hurt or killed as a result, justice and fairness require recognition of what happened, restitution for the injured, and those in responsible must make the changes necessary to keep the same thing from happen again.
Dedicated To The Pursuit Of Justice For Those Who Have Suffered Serious Injury
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
40%
41 years
Car Accident
35%
41 years
Wrongful Death
15%
41 years
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
10%
36 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2015
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 40 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
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Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Very trustworth
Very good Attorney. Felt like a friend I had known. I felt that David was honorable and I could trust his advise. Very secure law office. I would certainly recommend David and the law firm. River and Cinthia werer great to work with.
Posted by Leanne | April 27, 2015 | Car Accidents
Best attorney ever!
I was in an automobile accident and was hurting. I am a dental hygienist and working was almost impossible. At the suggestion of a friend, he recommended Mr. Duce. Immediately Mr. Duce put me at ease and sympathized with my pain and suffering. Mr. Duce is so kind and patient and I trusted his jud...
Posted by Kathy | April 13, 2015 | Personal Injury
Auto Accident
I contacted David Duce following an auto injury that was going to result in surgery. I was not sure it was something David would handle or if my case was worth trying to get a settlement to help with surgery and my recovery that resulted in my not being able to return to work for almost one year. Dav...
Posted by Judith | April 11, 2015 | Car Accidents
2 Auto ACCIDENTS (within a month and a half) NOT MY FAULT
Mr. Duce is an outstanding attorney. He took on my case (see above title) which turned out to be very complex/complicated. The person that caused one of the accidents lived outside of the US. The other accident involved both cars being totaled. It was a very time consuming case. He worked consistentl...
Posted by heidi | April 10, 2015 | Family
Great service
I have been a client of daves for 12 years he has handled everything we have sent his way from bizarre family issues to our business issues. Great attorney, and when he doesn't have the answer is quick at finding me someone who does. Office staff is professional and friendly.
David W. Duce's Lawyer Endorsements
"David is an exceptional personal injury attorney—not just because he’s sharp and relentless, but because he truly cares. His kindness sets him apart, offering real compassion to those in pain or grieving. If you need an advocate who fights hard and treats you like family, David is the one to call."
"I worked with David on a complex wrongful death action. He represented his client and was good to work with."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I've known David for over 10 years. I first met him while I was doing insurance defense work. I have also worked with him during my time as a plaintiff's personal injury attorney. I value his knowledge of the law and his willingness to fight for his clients. Great guy, great attorney."
Rico Tessandore
Personal injury lawyer
Brian Sullivan
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1984
Am Jur Award in Evidence, Thomson West Publishing
1984
Giles Honor Scholar, Pepperdine School of Law
1984
JD Magna Cum Laude, Pepperdine School of Law
Work Experience
2023 - Present
Of Counsel, Sullivan Law Office, PLLC
2004 - 2008
Chairman of Board, Cascade Bank
1991 - 2011
Director, Cascade Financial Corporation
1985 - 1985
Law Clerk, Snohomish County Superior Court
1985 - 2020
Partner, Duce Bastian Peterson
1982 - 1982
Intern, United States Senator Henry M. Jackson
Associations
1986 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeEagle Member
1985 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1985 - Present
Snohomish County Bar AssociationMember
2000 - 2001
Professional Negligence SectionChairman
Sample of Legal Cases
Buchholz v. Americas Best Heating & A/C
$150,000 Settlement
Thatcher v. Brown
$135,000 Settlement
Colson v. Weber
Verdict of $150,938.88
Education
1984
Pepperdine University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Publications
2001
Trial News (Washington State Trial Lawyers Association)
Section broadening its scope and activities
2000
Trial News (Washington State Trial Lawyers Association)
Insurance Medical Exams (CR 35 Exams) -- Protecting what is left of a victim's rights
1997
Trial News (Washington State Trial Lawyers Association)
Evaluating Breast Cancer Cases
1984
Pepperdine Law Review
Toxic Torts: Who and How to Sue
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers