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David William Gross

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  • Vancouver, WA
  • Licensed for 27 years
David William Gross
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About David

Having personally experienced divorce and child custody issues, David Gross relates to his clients with genuine understanding and empathy. He seeks to reassure them that the outlook is never as dark as it seems.

“My clients are coming from a position of insecurity and fear of the unknown. I’m happy to guide them through the process and show them that there is light at the end of the tunnel.”

As a former Senior Deputy Prosecutor and criminal defense attorney, David has extensive courtroom experience. He has tried over 150 cases in front of juries and has significant familiarity with domestic violence matters. His background as a litigator makes him especially tenacious in family court.

David is passionate about the law and devotes his rare spare time to teaching and writing about various legal topics. He has served as an adjunct professor at Delaware Law School and at the University of Washington School of Law and has addressed high schools, colleges, police academies, and domestic violence shelters throughout the country on a variety of legal topics.

David enjoys theater, comedy shows, and ballet. He has run two marathons and loves football, golf, and Mariners baseball.

 

Languages spoken

English

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
Client's Choice 2019
Client's Choice 2015
Top Contributor 2012

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McKinley Irvin

1111 Main Street
Suite 300
Vancouver, WA, 98660

Website
https://www.mckinleyirvin.com/locations/vancouver/ 

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      PAAdministrative Suspension201007/01/2022
      WAActive199706/28/2022
      IDFormer Member - Resigned199408/07/2022
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers144
      Legal guides0
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate Granted
      AV Preeminent RatedMartindale-Hubbell2022
      Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2015
      Merit- War on DrugsElmore County Drug Task Force1999
      work experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      Senior AttorneyMcKinley Irvin2018 - Present
      Managing AttorneyPinnacle Law Office, LLC2018 - 2018
      Adjunct ProfessorWidener University School Of Law2011 - 2011
      AttorneyLaw Office of David W. Gross2011 - 2015
      Adjunct ProfessorUniversity of Washington School of Law2008 - 2010
      FacultyNational Institute Of Trial Advocacy (Nita)2008 - 2009
      FacultyNational District Attorneys Association2004 - 2006
      Senior Deputy Prosecuting AttorneyKing County Prosecutor's Office1999 - 2010
      County AttorneyElmore County Prosecuting Attorney1997 - 1999
      AssociateBrady Lerma1996 - 1997
      Associate AttorneyRamsden & Lyons, LLP1995 - 1996
      Associate AttorneyBeard, St.Clair1994 - 1995
      associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Washington State Bar AssociationN/A
      American Bar AssociationN/A
      publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      De NovoShow and Tell: Why Every Trial Should Be a Visual Trial2011
      At Issue (PA Bar)Trial as a Visual Medium: Why Every Trial Should Be a Visual Trial2011
      Idaho Law ReviewUse of A Traffic Citation in a Subsequent Related Civil Proceeding1996
      Idaho Law ReviewExamining Aboriginal Rights in Submerged Lands: Coeur d'Alene Tribe v. Idaho1993
      education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      University of Idaho College of LawJD - Juris Doctor1994
      University of IdahoBA - Bachelor of Arts1991
      speaking engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      Wilmington Police Mini-AcademySearch, Seizure, and Civil Liability2014
      PALI Annual ConferenceInvestigation for Criminal Defense2014
      Washington Criminal Justice Training CenterDomestic Violence Court Orders - Follow Up & Other Considerations2008
      Washington Criminal Justice Training CenterDomestic Violence Court Orders - Arrest & Enforcement Issues2008
      Seattle University School of LawPre-Trial Advocacy2008
      Seattle University School of LawTrial Advocacy2008
      Dom. Viol. Protection Order SeminarBridging The Gap2008
      CLECourt Orders - A Prosecutor Perspective2008
      Washington State UniversityLaw & Society - developing trends2006
      National College of District AttorneysPowerpoint and its value in court2006
      National College of District AttorneysVisual Aids in Trial2006
      National College of District AttorneysPowerpoint as a Courtroom Presentation Tool2005
      National College of District AttorneysVisual Aids in Trial2005
      Washington Court Interpreters and Translators SocietyCriminal Code - Elements for Interpreters2003
      Washington Death Penalty ForumDeath Penalty - Fact from Fiction2000
      International Association of Arson InvestigatorsArson Investigation & Prosecution - a Team Effort1999
      Idaho Police AcademyLaw Week1998
      legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      All charges droppedNo action taken

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      Caring, Principled & Credentialed

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      Super helpful, friendly and amazing!

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      Professional, qualified, and caring.

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      Professionally Effective! Most Excellent Help!

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      Calm, cool and the right guy to have on your team!

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      Understanding, patient, and supportive

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      A huge help. Couldn't be happier

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      David William Gross's response: This couple had a particularly contentious person on the other side, and really needed some help through the process. I was happy to help.
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      Lawyer Timothy John Leary

      Timothy Leary, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 20, 2012
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      Dave Gross is an exceptional attorney. I had the opportunity to work with Dave during his career as a Senior Deputy Prosecutor in the King County Prosecutor's Office in Seattle. Judges, defense attorneys and fellow prosecutors respected his hard work, tenacity and success in the courtroom. Now that Dave is in private practice, his clients will benefit from his years of courtroom experience. He will not be afraid to press a case to trial if that is what is called for under the circumstances. You will consider yourself lucky to have such a talented and experienced trial attorney in your corner.

      Lawyer Todd Brian Nurick

      Todd Nurick, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 2, 2013
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      Mr. Gross is a greatly experienced, diligent and passionate attorney. When it comes to Criminal Law, he sets the standard for quality and learned representation both in and out of the courtroom. I endorse him, without reservation, for any type of criminal litigation and related work.

      Lawyer Gary Anthony Anderson

      Gary Anderson, Family Attorney on Apr 11, 2017
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Attorney David William Gross is a most zealous advocate for his clients with an admirable mastery of family law. His ability to provide consistently excellent representation has earned him the respect of both his peers and the community he serves. I wholeheartedly endorse him.

      Lawyer Alan E. Harvey

      Alan Harvey, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 8, 2015
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I have known Dave Gross for 24 years and in that time I can say he has been consistent in the following way. He is one of the most competent, clear, concise,and hard working attorneys I have ever had the privilege to work alongside. If Mr. Gross is your attorney you are in good hands.

      Lawyer William W Housley

      William Housley, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 16, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Talented, tough and thorough litigator.

      Lawyer Michelle Marie Scudder

      Michelle Scudder, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 1, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Dave is an excellent advocate who will work tirelessly for his clients. Dave and I worked together many years ago and he was well respected with both his peers, opposing counsel and the court. Dave has an excellent courtroom demeanor and years of valuable experience. Anyone would be in excellent hands with Dave as their lawyer.

      Lawyer Kevin Patrick Donnelly

      Kevin Donnelly, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 29, 2012
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      I endorse this lawyer. Dave is an effective advocate. I have worked opposite him on a number of cases and he has always been effective and skilled.

      Lawyer Andrew C Huff

      Andrew Huff, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 20, 2012
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      David is known by all to be a very sophisticated and knowleadgeable attorney who is always the consummate professional. We previously were on opposite sides of a case and I always found him to be very fair and prepared at every stage of the case.

      Lawyer Zachary Charles Wagnild

      Zachary Wagnild, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 19, 2012
      Relationship: Co-worker

      I worked alongside Dave for many years at the King County Prosecutor's Office in Seattle, WA. I know Dave to be a hard-working, thoughtful attorney with exceptional trial skills and experience. I can recommend him highly to anyone in search of outstanding legal representation.

      Lawyer Matthew P. Lapin

      Matthew Lapin, Unknown Attorney on Aug 16, 2012
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I have known Dave for over ten years. We were colleagues for many years when Dave was a prosecutor and we opposed each other when I went into private practice. Dave is a hard working and intelligent lawyer. He also has an outstanding presence in the courtroom. His clients will be well served having him by their side.

      Lawyer Christopher A Swaby

      Christopher Swaby, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 15, 2012
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      I endorse this lawyer. I went up against David on more than one occasion when he was a prosecutor and found him to be thoroughly prepared. He was also both compassionate and ethical, not common traits in a prosecutor. I am sure he brings the same qualities to his private practice. His current clients will be well served.

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