About David
Biography
David Crouse is the founding partner of David J. Crouse & Associates. In 1991 he won the Linden Cup competition at the Gonzaga University School of Law as the law school’s best oral advocate. In 1992, he followed that up with the National Moot Court award for best written brief in competition involving every United States law school. He has been elected to the Order of Barristers for excellence in courtroom advocacy, and has received multiple American Jurisprudence Awards for legal writing and courtroom advocacy. He has been published in the Gonzaga Law Review, Spokane Woman Magazine, Northwest Woman Magazine, and has been featured in articles in the Spokesman Review and in other radio, television and media forums.
In June 2014, Addicus Publishing released the book “Divorce in Washington”, which was authored exclusively by David Crouse. Divorce in Washington is now available at the Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Apple store websites. It is also available on Kindle, Nook, and I-Books and at the Addicus website, . A courtesy book is always available to all firm clients.
After graduation from the Gonzaga School of law in 1993 with honors, David’s practice has focused exclusively on family law cases. This was a practice model not generally seen in the region. David J. Crouse & Associates is now Spokane County’s largest law firm focused exclusively on family law. David is not only rated as “10.0 Superb” by AVVO, he has multiple “Best Attorney” awards. He is a frequent lecturer in Washington family law CLE (Continuing Legal Education) courses for other attorneys. David has also served as a Spokane County Superior Court Judge Pro Tem.
An intense client advocate, one of the trademarks of David’s representation is the ability to make a high quality, well-prepared presentation in the courtroom and to deliver written documents of equal quality to the assigned judicial officer. “Truly, the attorney you select will make a difference in the outcome of your case.” David has extensive experience in business valuation and professional practice cases, backed by a team of highly qualified professionals. Few attorneys in the region have similar experience.
Please visit our firm website for more detailed information about each attorney's practice focus and experience. "Exclusively Family Law. Exceptional Results."
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
33 years | 4,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Washington for 32 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of David James Crouse
422 W Riverside Ave Ste 920, Spokane, WA, 99201-0302
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David James Crouse's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 11 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Jacob Powers | November 7, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Outstanding service
I hired David J Course & Associates to write up some legal documents. This law firm was very professional and timely. I appreciate their attention to detail and dedication to the clients. I would highly recommend them to anyone who wants to get work done.
Posted by Francine | November 3, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Excellent financial advice
I hired David Crouse to represent me. My biggest need was for financial advice. His advice was perfect. Everything he said would happen, did happen. I couldn't be happier with the results.
Posted by Michelle | October 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Highly Recommend
David is incredibly knowledgeable and professional. I was well represented and knew I was in the best hands possible. He listened and gave me sound advice. I was confident in him through the entire process.
Posted by Phill | August 3, 2017 | Hired Attorney
The advocate you need.
David Crouse is a very thorough attorney. He is always professional, and maintains a perfect balance of patience, courtesy, and persistence – regardless of the situation. He made himself available, understood my issues, and developed a plan right away; ultimately negotiating an agreement that worked ...
Posted by Scott | July 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Excellent business valuation work
I own a franchise of a nationwide corporation. I hired David Crouse to complete a business valuation for me given his work in this area. I was very pleased with his valuation work. It was very thorough. Mr. Crouse also referred me to a excellent corporate attorney, Brian Gosline, to complete the ...
David James Crouse's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. David is a gifted advocate. I highly recommend him and can tell you with confidence that he has earned his place as one of the very top family law lawyers in our area."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Crouse and I have had several cases over the years and I've always found his representation of his clients to be superb. He is well respected in our community and is a zealous advocate for his clients. He and the attorneys of his firm adhere to the highest ethical standards and professionalism. I would highly recommend him and the attorneys at his firm - if I had a conflict. :) Even if I didn't, I would have no hesitation recommending him or the attorneys in his firm. I highly recommend anyone looking at the AVVO reviews to take them as simply one factor in evaluating possible attorneys. Ask friends and family in the community. However, consistent good reviews by peer attorneys and clients are very good signs."
"Mr. Crouse is an excellent courtroom attorney and strong advocate for his clients. He is very experienced and knowledgeable in family law. Mr. Crouse works with integrity and commits to obtaining the best result he can on each of his cases. I endorse this lawyer"
"David is an excellent courtroom attorney. He strives to achieve the highest results for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Crouse is highly skilled in handling significant asset, business valuation, and professional practice divorce cases."
"David is highly experienced and competent in contested divorce cases with complex property issues or professional practices."
"David Crouse is an expert trial attorney who can leverage this skill to achieve very good results on each case he handles. He has a very good firm which is well equipped to handle any family law matter and is very responsive to client needs. Mr. Crouse has been focused on family law litigation for nearly 20 years, and the quality of work and his reputation in the community is unmatched."
"I endorse this lawyer. He takes care of his clients, he's responsive to their concerns, he's knowledgeable in law and makes sure that his clients understand. His strongest quality is that he's a man of intergrity. Mr. Crouse is committed to his work, and demonstates this through the effort he makes for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. David Crouse is exceptional in his field. I not only refer clients with confidence to David but I hired him to handle my own family law matter. I could have hired any attorney in town; David Crouse was the clear and easy choice."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Crouse is the preeminent family law trial attorney in Spokane. He has been practicing family law exclusively for over 19 years, representing clients ranging from high profile professionals to troubled young mothers in need of help. He is comfortable in the courtroom and a stellar advocate for clients. His record of achievement stands at the top among family law attorneys."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Crouse is an ethical and smart lawyer. He keeps his word and works very hard. He often allows cases to settle as he understands the likely outcome of a trial. If trial is necessary, his litigation skills are top notch."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Best Attorney: Divorce/Separation, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2020
America's Most Honored Lawyers, American Registry
2020
Top 3 Divorce Lawyers, Three Best Rated
2020
America's Most Honored Professionals, American Registry
2019
America's Most Honored Professionals, American Registry
2019
Best Attorney: Divorce/Separation, Spokane Couer d' Alene Magazine
2018
Best Attorney: Divorce/Separation, Spokane Couer d'Alene Magazine
2018
Top Attorney North America - Family/Divorce (Washington State), Who's Who Legal
2018
America's Most Honored Professionals, American Registry
2017
America's Most Honored Professionals, American Registry
2017
Best Attorney: Divorce/Separation, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2017
Top Attorney North America - Family/Divorce (Washington State), Top Attorneys North America - Who's Who Directories
2016
America's Most Honored Professionals, American Registry
2016
Top Attorney North America - Family/Divorce (Washington State), Top Attorneys North America - Who's Who Directories
2016
Best Attorney: Divorce/Separation, Spokane Couer d'Alene Living Magazine
2015
Best Attorney: Divorce/Separation, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2014
Best Attorney: Divorce/Separation, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
1993
Excellence In Courtroom Advocacy, Order of Barristers and Gonzaga University School of Law
1993
Best Legal Brief In Nation, National Moot Court
1992
Linden Cup - Winner, best oral advocate, Gonzaga University School of Law
1992
William O. Douglas Award - Courtroom Advocacy, National Moot Court
1992
American Jurisprudence Award - Moot Court Competition, Lawyers Cooperative Publishing
1991
American Jurisprudence Award - Legal Research and Writing, Lawyers Cooperative Publishing
Work Experience
1995 - Present
Founding Partner, David J Crouse & Associates
1997 - 2000
Judge Pro Tem, Spokane County Superior Court
1993 - 1994
Asociate and Partner - Family Law, Goss, Hipperson & Sampson
Associations
1993 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
Spokane County Bar AssociationMember
1991 - 1993
Gonzaga University School of LawAssociate Editor
Sample of Legal Cases
Client wins motion over firearms
Court of Appeals, Divsion III granted Mr. Crouse's appeal setting the case law standard for removal of a judge from a case.
Spokane County Superior Court Judge Pro Tem David Crouse's custody decision was affirmed by the Court of Appeals
Education
1993
Juris Doctorate
N/A
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Ethics In Divorce
2018
Finance 101 for Family Law Practitioners
2018
Discovery In Divorce
2017
The Role of Mentors in the Legal Profession
2015
Valuation of Assets
2014
The Maggie Linton Show - Marriage and Divorce
2014
2014
Three Signs Your Marriage Is Heading For Divorce
2014
Bud Nameck Show
2014
Living Better with Matthew Burrows
2014
"Dr. Thomas Polucki Family Health Hour"
2014
The Community Review with Josefa Salinas
2014
Issues Today with Bob Gourley
2014
"Healing Our World" - Marriage and Divorce
2013
Business Valuations for the Family Law Practitioner
2013
Navigating Complex Asset Cases
2011
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Assets: Discovering Hidden Assets
2006
An Introspective Look Into Family Law
2005
Family Law Skills Institute
2005
Family Law Practice Management
2004
Handling Washington Divorce Cases From Start To Finish
Publications
2018
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Languages
English