Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Family Law Attorneys in Spokane, WA
Crouse Erickson has been exclusively practicing family law in Spokane County for nearly 30 years, establishing itself as the largest firm dedicated solely to this practice area. Our team of five attorneys and four legal assistants provides intense case preparation and client-centric service, leveraging close relationships with business valuation experts and other specialists. We prioritize client satisfaction through transparent fee policies and a commitment to achieving exceptional results in high-asset divorces, child custody disputes, and complex family law matters.Our attorneys have received numerous accolades, including AVVO's 10.0 rating and recognition as Top Lawyers in North America. We combine extensive experience with ongoing education to deliver personalized counsel and representation tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
Services
Divorce
Child Custody
Child Support
Business Valuations
Legal Separation
Paternity
Relocation
Guardianship
Mediation
Enforcement of Orders
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30 years of exclusive family law experience in Spokane County
- Our team includes attorneys recognized as Top Lawyers in North America
- We maintain a client-centric approach with transparent fee policies
- We have successfully handled thousands of family law cases since 1993
- Our attorneys have published authoritative works on Washington family law
What people say
Very thorough attorney
Professional and knowledgeable
Highly recommend
Perfect balance of patience
Well represented
Services
Divorce
Our experienced divorce attorneys handle all aspects of marital dissolution, including property division, spousal support, and complex asset valuations. We provide strategic representation for high-asset divorces and contested cases, focusing on protecting client interests while minimizing emotional distress. Our team's extensive experience in Washington family law ensures comprehensive guidance through every stage of the divorce process.
Child Custody
We represent clients in contested child custody matters, developing detailed parenting plans that prioritize children's best interests. Our attorneys excel at presenting comprehensive evidence to courts, addressing residential schedules, decision-making authority, and relocation issues. We help clients modify existing arrangements or enforce custody orders through Washington's legal system.
Child Support
Our firm assists clients with establishing, modifying, and enforcing child support orders. We analyze income documentation, calculate obligations using Washington's guidelines, and advocate for fair arrangements. We handle complex cases involving business owners, professionals, and high-income earners to ensure accurate financial assessments.
Business Valuations
We specialize in valuing professional practices and businesses during divorce proceedings. Our team works with certified experts to determine accurate valuations for medical practices, law firms, and other professional entities. This expertise ensures equitable distribution of business assets while protecting client financial interests in complex dissolution cases.
Legal Separation
We draft and review legal separation agreements covering property division, support arrangements, and parenting plans. Our attorneys ensure documents comply with Washington law while protecting client rights. We help clients understand the implications of legal separation versus divorce and guide them through the court approval process.
People
David J. Crouse
Founding Partner
With over 30 years of family law experience, David Crouse is recognized as a leading authority in Washington family law. He authored 'Divorce in Washington' and has lectured extensively on family law topics. His expertise in complex business valuations and high-asset divorces has earned him multiple professional accolades.
Alison C. Erickson
Attorney
Alison Erickson brings extensive experience in child custody and support matters to her practice. She focuses on protecting clients' parental rights while prioritizing children's best interests. Her responsive approach and courtroom effectiveness have earned strong client satisfaction in complex family law cases.
Sara Boyle
Attorney
Sara Boyle represents clients in all aspects of family law, including divorce proceedings and post-decree modifications. She combines legal expertise with compassionate counsel to guide clients through emotionally challenging situations while maintaining a strong advocacy approach in court.
Questions
Why should I hire an attorney for a Washington divorce?
Divorce involves complex legal and financial considerations. Our experienced attorneys navigate Washington's family law system to protect your rights regarding property division, child custody, and support arrangements.
How can I protect my business during a divorce?
Our specialized business valuation team ensures accurate assessment of professional practices and business interests to protect your assets during marital dissolution proceedings.
What factors determine child custody in Washington?
Washington courts consider the child's best interests, including parental relationships, stability, and each parent's ability to meet the child's needs when establishing custody arrangements.
How are child support amounts determined?
Washington uses specific guidelines based on parental income, custody arrangements, and the child's needs to calculate support obligations while allowing for court discretion in special circumstances.
Can I modify an existing custody agreement?
Yes, modifications are possible when there's a significant change in circumstances. We help clients petition for or defend against custody modifications based on current family situations.
What distinguishes your firm from other family law practices?
We exclusively practice family law with a team of recognized experts who have authored legal publications and handled thousands of cases since 1993, focusing solely on Washington family law matters.
