Richard R. Clouse

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Richard R. Clouse: Attorney with ClouseSpaniac Attorneys
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Biography

Mr. Clouse is a founding member of ClouseSpaniac. Mr. Clouse has a general civil trial and appellate practice, with a particular emphasis on the defense of civil rights and employment discrimination cases. He has argued before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals on numerous occasions on behalf of both the California Department of Corrections (CDC) and the County of San Bernardino. One such matter was Blueford v. Prunty, which dealt with a Section 1983 claim brought against Mr. Clouse’s clients, including the CDC. Blueford v. Prunty is published at 108 F.3d 251.

Mr. Clouse was lead counsel defending the County of San Bernardino in a class action venued in the United States District Court involving the provision of special education services to wards in the County Juvenile Justice System (John Doe 2 v. County of San Bernardino). Mr. Clouse was instrumental in negotiating a consent decree which served to upgrade and modernize the educational services provided to children in County custody. He was then appointed to oversee a committee created by the Federal Court to implement the settlement agreement.

Mr. Clouse holds (AV) Peer Review, the highest rating by Martindale-Hubbell. His reputation and experience have led to several prestigious appointments.

Mr. Clouse is currently a Lawyer Representative to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and an Arbitrator on the Los Angeles County and San Bernardino County Arbitration Panels. He has also served as a Settlement Officer in the U.S. District Court Attorney’s Settlement Officer Panel and a Judge Pro Tempore to both the San Bernardino County Superior Court and County of Los Angeles Municipal Court.
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Areas of Practice (8)

  • Civil Litigation
  • Jail Management Litigation
  • Public Entity and Police Civil Liability
  • Non-Profit Civil Liability
  • Americans With Disabilities Act
  • Wrongful Termination
  • Public Sector Employment Issues
  • Firearms and Range Safety Issues

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
San Francisco State University, B.A., cum laude, 1980
Law School Attended:
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, J.D., 1983
Year of First Admission:
1983
Admission:
1983, California; 1984, United States District Court for the Central District of California; 1987, United States Supreme Court; 1988, United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit; 1995, United States District Court for the Eastern District of California; 1988, United States District Court for the Northern District of California
Memberships:
Member, San Bernardino County Bar AssociationMember, West End Bar AssociationMember, Defense Research Institute
Reported Cases:
Blueford v. Prunty, 108F.3d 251 (1987); Morgan v. The City of Chino and Bruce Schofield, 94-55774 (9th Circuit, 1996); Sutcliffe v. Ippolito, 2nd California District Court of Appeals; Sergio Romero v. City of Chino; Wilson v. County of San Bernardino; Guadalupe Calderon v. County of San Bernardino, Case No. EDCV-01-525 SGL; William Pruitt v. B.W. Heibert, et al., Case No. CVF945322; John Doe 2 v. County of San Bernardino, et al., Case No. EDCV 02-962 SGL; Marie Lou Garcia v. Irwindale Police Department, et al, Case No. CV 04-4269 SGL; Michael S. Buss v. City of La Verne, et al., Case No. CV-03-04021 ABC(VBKx); Daniel Victor Montanez v. City of Baldwin Park, et al. Case No. CV03-0488 TJH(MANx); Magellon Harmon v. City of Los Angeles, et al. Case No. CV 00-06278 DDP (Rzx); Thelma Williams v. Corona/Norco Unified School District, Riverside Superior Court; Rita Rangel v. State of California, et al., Case No. SCVSS 65506; Sanders v. US Elevator; Japely v. Western Sands Motel.
ISLN:
908331893

Peer Reviews

5.0/5.0 (11 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    5.0/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    5.0/5.0

  • Judgment

    5.0/5.0

  • Communication

    5.0/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    5.0/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 05/05/12 in Litigation

    Outstanding, intelligent, thoughtful and ethical attorney.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Government Counsel on 05/05/12 in Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 05/03/12 in Torts

    Excellent!

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 05/03/12 in Personal Injury Defense

    Richard Clouse is one of the finest defense attorneys I have ever had the privilege of working against. He is a true professional and skilled lawyer.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Judge on 04/26/12 in Civil Practice

    A fine lawyer.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 04/25/12 in Litigation

    Trial preparation is excellent. One of the most ethical, responsible & effective lawyers. In trial, he is courteous to Judge, opponents & court staff, great guy!

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 04/19/12 in Civil Litigation

    Excellent lawyer, just as good a person.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 04/19/12 in Civil Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 04/11/12 in Civil Litigation

    Richard Clouse is an excellent attorney.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 04/11/12 in Litigation

    I have known Richard Clouse for many years. He has the highest ethical standards, and has demonstrated to me that he has all the characteristics of an AV rated lawyer.

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