Michigan State University College of Law, East Lansing, Michigan
- J.D. – May, 2009
- Major: Litigation/Trial Practice
Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
- B.A., Bachelor of Arts – August, 2006
- Major: Anthropology
- Major: Political Science
One of the most enjoyable parts of being a lawyer is combining my genuine interest in others with my passion for helping people and fixing situations. All lawyers know how to look up a statute and tell you what the law states. But I really do believe that a good lawyer takes the โcounselorโ moniker to heart and enjoys listening to each clientโs story and helping improve their situation.
And it seems that most situations tend to center around a few particular areas of law. Thatโs why I focus on family law (divorce, visitation, guardianships, etc.), business law (business formation, lawsuits, breach of contract, sales or purchases of companies, etc.), personal injury (car accidents, slip and fall accidents, dog bites, and other acts of negligence), real estate, and general litigation (lawsuits against you or against others for wrongs alleged against you or done to you).
Besides my natural interest in people and desire to help, I also have a tremendous drive to impress my clients and establish an impeccable reputation for ethics and quality work.
I started my career as a deputy prosecuting attorney in Fort Wayne, Indiana. I โpaid my duesโ in busy courtrooms, and it is safe to say that I successfully handled more jury trials within my first 5 years of practice than many lawyers handle in a lifetime. How does this help you? In order to be successful, a lawyer has to know more than just the law. A good lawyer knows how to persuade. Many, many lawyers spend their careers behind a desk. I spend my time in the trenches. I apply this unique set of skills and experience to my clientsโ cases. I take the time to fully understand my clientsโ needs and how to deliver the best result, whether inside or outside the courtroom.
I continue to prosecute cases, though on a part-time basis. Itโs a wonderful opportunity that always keeps me active in a courtroom and keeps my trial skills sharp. I also handle a wide range of family law cases, personal injury cases, business and corporate matters, and general litigation disputes.
Though it is vitally important to remember that past results never ensure future performance, I have had many successes in obtaining custody for fathers, regaining custody for mothers who had previously lost custody, receiving settlements for the maximum insurance policy limits, and other similar situations.
I work hard for my clients. I am your advocate, and I will work diligently to reach your goals. I will also give you an honest assessment of your situation and help you plan accordingly. I have over a decade of experience handling very intense and heavily contested cases.
I also pride myself on customer service. You wonโt feel like you are just a case file with me. I care about you and your situation.
Please feel free to call me for help with your legal matters. I look forward to working with you.
Michigan State University College of Law, East Lansing, Michigan
Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
Handled my divorce and custody wonderfully. Explained all the processes and procedures so there were no surprises during the process.
David Crell was exceptional to work with, answered all questions and took care of everything. I would highly recommend him.
Just an all over great attorney. He sent 1 letter to my ex husband and got it done. The letter was straight to the point. Not hard to get a hold of like most attorneys. He doesn't take weeks to send letters or notices. On top of things.
David resolved my problem without any effort on my part. He completed the work in a very short time. He responded to all of my phone calls and emails in less than an hour. I greatly appreciated the quick responses! Itโs nice to know that thereโs an attorney out there that truly puts the client first. If you are searching...
David Crell helped me immensely with a real estate issue between my property and the city. His quick response, coupled with his professional services, resolved the issues on schedule. His reputation in his field was a definite plus giving instant credibility. Thank you again for your help and look forward to working with you again.