Atty. David Mace
If you ask David Mace why he became a lawyer, he won’t give you a flashy courtroom story. Instead, he’ll tell you something simple and sincere: he wanted to help people.
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About David Mace at a glance
David Mace is an Attorney based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Truce Law, PLLC. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and dv defense. Admitted to practice in Washington (1999). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1998) and University of Washington B.A. (—). Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- If you ask David Mace why he became a lawyer, he won’t give you a flashy courtroom story
- Instead, he’ll tell you something simple and sincere: he wanted to help people
- For David, family law is more than a career, it’s a way to guide clients through life’s rough waters and help them discover calmer, brighter shores
- David’s approach begins with listening, really listening
- He believes that understanding a client’s story and their goals is the foundation for creating a legal path forward
- Whether it’s untangling a complex custody matter or navigating a challenging divorce, David is driven by the belief that his skills can help improve lives, especially for children
- His guiding philosophy?
- Be kind
- Everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle
- A Clearview, Washington native, David’s journey started far from courtrooms and legal briefs
- He grew up on a small farm, where chores like milking the cow and tilling the garden were a way of life
- He earned his AA at Everett Community College, his BA from the University of Washington, and his JD at Georgetown University
- Before stepping into law, his first official job was mixing paint at a local paint store, though he started his work ethic much earlier, doing landscaping at twelve
- For 18 years, David poured his energy into a nonprofit legal aid clinic, where he provided critical help to those who needed it most
- Outside the office, he’s a proud father of two
- He has a deep passion for inclusion and advocacy for children with disabilities
- When he’s not helping clients or championing causes close to his heart, you’ll probably find David reading a good book, enjoying music, or sharing a story from his farm days, yes, cows and all
- His mix of compassion, dedication, and practical wisdom makes him not only a trusted attorney but also the kind of person you’d want in your corner during life’s toughest moments
Practice Areas Explained
David Mace's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Mace handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
David Mace is one of 45,063 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Washington →
David Mace is one of 27,615 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Washington →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
David Mace is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Washington →
David Mace is one of 21,259 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in Washington →
David Mace is one of 12,045 dv defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dv defense attorneys in Washington →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Washington
Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Seattle are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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