Testimonials
David is not only an intelligent and diligent legal professional but also a person of great humor and warmth. His ability to approach challenges with both wisdom and good-natured perspective makes him an asset to the legal community. His honesty and integrity are evident in every interaction.
Beyond his professional expertise, David has demonstrated remarkable generosity and compassion. When I faced a difficult personal situation, he went above and beyond to provide legal guidance, offering his time and expertise pro bono. His willingness to help, coupled with his thoughtful and measured approach, was invaluable to me.
Sara K.
Actor
Senior Communications Consultant
Client
Over the years, Dave has been something of a benevolent philosopher that I’ve turned to for advice. The foundation for a relationship like this is deeply rooted in principles; morals, ethics, integrity and dignity–without these elements, for me, honest conversation is not possible. He embodies all these and so much more. I’m fortunate to know him.
Carter R.
Performing Artist and Landscape Design
Client
Mr. Ruzumna is my principal legal advisor. In my capacity as a real estate professional within a large firm, I, along with many colleagues, rely on his legal counsel. My experience working with various attorneys allows me to confidently assert that David Ruzumna’s expertise and acumen are exceptionally distinguished. I find him to be intellectually acute and logical, yet also approachable and capable of elucidating complex legal matters with clarity and without pretension. He has provided counsel to my husband and myself on numerous legal matters, and I have consistently been impressed by his ability to discern the critical facts in any legal situation.
Sam L.
Real Estate Agent
Client
When I first met David, I my mis-managed finances had left me vulnerable to predatory lending schemes and, ultimately, to the hounding of creditors. David offered his assistance in finding resolution despite the fact that I would be un-able to compensate him. In the 20-year span between David first providing me with legal aid and today, David and I have become friends. Our discussions have continued to validate not only my opinion of this man’s compassion but also his keen intellect which I seek out for opinions in matters both personal and professional. I derive great pleasure from our discussions where his clever jests and wry witticisms help take some of the sting out of the barbs and cruel ironies of the world. In our conversations I glean inspiration for my own moral constitution and I strive to emulate David’s lived honesty and integrity.
John L.
Client
Professional Trainer and On Boarder for King County Metro
David began as an audience member who saw shows and when I began as an Artistic Director he became an ally, volunteer, donor and general supporter of all that our theater company did. He has served as our pro bono counsel helping us navigate Washington State Labor laws and helping us to craft contracts and keep everything above board. When Dave says he’s going to help you out, he does. He shows up. Whether it’s to lift heavy set pieces, hand out postcards or just come to your weird plays, he’s there. He also follows up, checks on things, makes sure people are doing ok. He’s going to tell you the truth, kindly, and he fights for the underdog.
Amy P.
Producing Artistic Director
Client
David was instrumental in helping us apply and receive the 501 c3 status and advising us many times when we had legal questions. All of this he did with patience and thoughtfulness. He has also offered advice to me personally when I was a yoga instructor and owned a small yoga studio. David is loyal and supportive. He is thoughtful about the world and works diligently to see the gray areas of humanity. He is compassionate and fair and he has a great sense of humor.
L.E.
Client
Performing Arts Professional and Former yoga studio owner
Iʼve known David for more than 15 years, both professionally and personally. As an attorney, he has represented my wife and me in a wide variety of cases. Each and every time, he has acted with the highest degree of professionalism and integrity, pursuing fair and equitable solutions for all parties involved, even when itʼs not the easiest or most expedient thing to do. I have also witnessed him showing up readily in support of our community and of those who are unable to defend themselves. For example, I turned to him recently for help with a single mom who was destitute and was suffering threats of unjust eviction from her landlord. He spent many hours advising her, and worked with the landlord and their attorney to facilitate a complete turnaround in their support and attitude towards the mother, all free of charge. He was nothing short of a hero to her and her child.
Steve L.
Client
CTO
David Ruzumna has been my attorney for some real estate issues that I could not shake during a tumultuous divorce. My unrelentless ex and equally as unrelentless landlord were taking my life energy, PLUS SOME (while I was fighting breast cancer) and David’s humor and candor, professionalism and compassion, are why I am alive and well today. No joke. It was a lot. More than I can type here, to be sure. He told me what I didn’t want to hear when I needed to hear it, but I knew it was fair in an unfair world. He reminded me of what I needed to stand firm for and gave me the courage to do so. He fought hard for justice and the underdog….yep, that’s ME. I trust him and will recommend him to everyone I know.
Dawn G.
Client
CCHT
David has served as an influential person in my life, who has shaped my understanding of integrity, friendship, and service. He approaches both the professional and personal with utmost loyalty, commitment, and integrity. Often, he will use humour to approach life from varied angles that enables a profound engagement with multiple perspectives, embracing humanity. His intelligence and diligence provide a steady engagement with not only his field, but knowledge and understanding of contemporary social and political issues with a nuanced commitment to serve underprivileged and marginalised communities.
Ananda B.
Professor
Client
David Ruzumna has been a valued member of my business team for nearly 20 years. As my attorney, David has been proactive in suggesting beneficial actions to my business, and highly responsive to my inquiries and needs. It has brought me peace of mind to have David’s eye on the legal aspects of my company management. What’s more, David is a pleasure to work with – he is congenial and patient, putting me at ease as we navigate the stickier points of the law. I regularly recommend David to my friends and colleagues.
R.L.
Consultant
Client
I have known Mr. Ruzumna as someone deeply passionate and committed to his line of work. He is honest, displays integrity in every moment of life, is caring and a great member of his community. He employs humor and wit where it is called for, and encourages lightness and laughter in those around him. He is an intelligent man who cares about individuals having a just and fair shot at overcoming legal difficulties in their lives, Working in law requires understanding, humility, intelligence, and, most of all, a deep and sincere care for their line of work. David Ruzumna embodies all of these qualities in and outside of the courtroom.
V.H.
College Student
Client
I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Dave Ruzumna for twenty years in both a professional and personal capacity. He’s one of the smartest, fairest, and most compassionate people I know. He has expertly advised me and my company on matters big and small, breaking down the legal issues and implications in a clear, concise, and thoughtful way. I can’t say enough good things about Dave!
I.E.
Business Owner and President of a publishing company
Client
Dave has been a staunch advocate for my growing businesses and a realistic and grounding voice in occasionally complex and difficult situations. Over the years Dave has helped resolve situations, offer his expert opinions and clear-eyed and balanced assessments, and has done so with good humor and kindness. These are just a few examples of Dave Ruzumna’s expertise, kindness, generosity, and ability to see the many sides of a situation clearly and always with an eye toward and an elegant and fair resolution.
G.J.
Consultant / Business Owner
Client