David R. Wallace at a glance
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David R. Wallace
Former District Court Judge · Alaska District Court, Anchorage
Biography
Professional career
- District Court Judge, Alaska District Court, Anchorage, 2009-01-23–2026-07-09
- Retired Alaska District Court judge who served on the Alaska Third District Court from 2009 until July 9, 2026, after which his judicial service is no longer active
- Anchorage District Court judge from March 2009, among them Veterans Court and Wellness Court
- Pentlarge Law Group attorney (2003–2009)
- LeGros Buchanan & Paul attorney (2001–2003)
- Wade & DeYoung law clerk/attorney (1988–1989); private practice (1989–1990); assistant district attorney in Juneau, Sitka and Anchorage (1990–2001)
- Anchorage District Court judge in Alaska’s Third Judicial District
- Special roles: served as Veterans Court Judge and Anchorage Wellness Court Judge during his tenure
- In his official statement, Judge Wallace emphasized fairness, dignity, and accessibility in court, ensuring that all parties — with or without attorneys — could understand and access justice
Education
- University of Arizona College of Law J.D. (August 1984–May 1987)
- Arizona State University B.S. in Political Science (August 1981–May 1983)
- Green River Community College (January 1980–May 1981)
- Northern Arizona University (August–December 1979)
Additional information
- The July 2025 official biography says he has lived in Alaska since 1960: Anchorage (1960–1989 and April 1996 onward), Juneau (January–May 1990), and Sitka (May 1990–April 1996)
- Note: As of September 2026, his judicial service is listed as not active, though his career and public records remain available through Alaska judicial and election sources
- Appointed January 23, 2009 by Governor Sarah Palin; served until July 9, 2026
- Elections: Retained in 2012, 2016, 2020, and 2024; in 2024 he received 60.7% of the vote
- East Anchorage High School diploma (1974–1978)
- His memberships include the Alaska Bar Association and formerly served on Grace Christian School’s board
- Outside interests: family, gardening, golf and outdoor activities
Sources
Identity source checked October 2, 2026.
Biography sources checked October 2, 2026.