Douglas Hughes: Your Trusted Advocate in Family Law With a unique approach to legal representation, DouglasHughes stands out as an attorney who collaborates closely with clients todevelop tailored solutions for complex family law issues. He believes inexploring numerous options and employing creative strategies to achieve hisclients' goals. With extensive experience as a trial attorney, Mr. Hughes hassuccessfully resolved cases through negotiation and mediation, consistentlydelivering favorable outcomes. His rich expertise in family law stems not onlyfrom his years of practice but also from his tenure as a Deputy Prosecutor inSpokane County. Mr. Hughes attributes his ability to provide a creative andfocused approach to his extensive experience in family law and his time as aDeputy Prosecutor in Spokane County. Education After graduating from Washington State University, I pursuedmy law degree at the University of Oregon. Experience Following my law school graduation in 2000, I established myown law practice before joining the ranks of the Spokane County Prosecutor'sOffice. Throughout my tenure at the prosecutor's office, I rose tothe position of felony prosecutor, handling a diverse range of cases, includingthose involving Organized Crime, Stolen Vehicles, and Human Trafficking. From2009 to 2011, I served as the designated prosecutor for the Spokane County AutoTheft Task Force. I have litigated close to one hundred cases that have gone tojury trial, some of which gained significant attention. Recognized as one ofthe top prosecutors in Eastern Washington, I transitioned into privatepractice. Since then, I have accumulated substantial experience in family law,particularly in litigation involving child custody disputes and complexasset/business valuation matters. In addition to the numerous cases I handledas a prosecutor, I have successfully represented hundreds of clients in familylaw matters over the course of my career. Associations and Awards * Top Lawyer 2015 - 2017, Spokane+Coeur d'Alene LivingMagazine * AVVO Client's Choice Award 2013, 2019 * Graduation Class Speaker 2000 (elected) * Spokane County Bar Association, Family Law Section (2011 -Present) * Spokane County Bar Association (2000 - Present) * Washington State Bar Association, Family Law Section (2011- Present) * Washington State Bar Association (2000 - Present) * 1553PA Local - AFSCME (2002 - 2011), served as a boardmember and trustee