David resides in Great Falls with his wife and their son. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy with High Honors from the University of Montana.

David was a patrol officer and investigator with the Harvard, Illinois Police Department from 1995 to 2004. He is also a veteran, having served in the United States Air Force as a security specialist from 1988 to 1992.

David Grubich has served as a District Court Judge in Cascade County since at least 2021.

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Believes in a comprehensive legal background, having served as Standing Master in family law and assisting with treatment courts before his July 2021 appointment by Governor Gianforte as District Court Judge, overseeing civil and criminal cases to resolution.

The candidate's website says, "Attorney – Ugrin Alexander Zadick, PC (2010 – 2018)"

Has experience with private practice and law enforcement.

- Believes in a comprehensive legal background, having served as Standing Master in family law and assisting with treatment courts before his July 2021 appointment by Governor Gianforte as District Court Judge, overseeing civil and criminal cases to resolution.
- Has experience with private practice and law enforcement.

Legal Experience

As of September 17, 2024, David Grubich’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Ethics & Conduct

The candidate's website says, "Judge Grubich... is known for his... ability to effectively manage a busy judicial docket... Judge Grubich will follow the law as written..."

Can "effectively manage a busy judicial docket."

- Can "effectively manage a busy judicial docket."

Judicial Administration

The candidate's website says, "Independent and dedicated to applying the law as written to the facts as presented"

Said, "Dedicated to applying the law as written to the facts as presented."

- Said, "Dedicated to applying the law as written to the facts as presented."

Judicial Philosophy

Believes in community engagement through leadership roles in local organizations, pro bono legal work, and active participation in social and professional groups in Cascade County.

The candidate's website says, "Awarded Robert T. Goff Pro Bono Award, 2017 for providing access to justice for low-income individuals."

Was awarded the Robert T. Goff Pro Bono Award, 2017 for "providing access to justice for low-income individuals."

The candidate's website says, "Cascade County Law Clinic, Board of Directors (2012 – 2018)"

Was on the Cascade County Law Clinic's Board of Directors from 2012 – 2018).

- Believes in community engagement through leadership roles in local organizations, pro bono legal work, and active participation in social and professional groups in Cascade County.
- Was awarded the Robert T. Goff Pro Bono Award, 2017 for "providing access to justice for low-income individuals."
- Was on the Cascade County Law Clinic's Board of Directors from 2012 – 2018).

Community Involvement

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David Grubich

- Montana District Courts are central to the state’s judicial system, handling most major legal proceedings and providing a pathway for appeals from lower courts.
- Montana District Court Judges handle a wide variety of cases, including all serious criminal charges and smaller felonies. These courts also take on major civil disputes and state financial claims.
- In civil matters, these judges deal with wills and estates (probate), disputes over contracts and property ownership, and other non-criminal legal issues.
- These judges also have the authority to review decisions made by smaller local courts within their jurisdiction, as allowed by state law and the Constitution.
Judges in the District Courts are elected by the public in their districts, emphasizing the importance of community representation.