King County Court Chambers Communication Rules

CRITICAL

An allegedly erroneous time estimate must be brought to opposing counsel’s and the Court Administrator’s attention in writing.

Estimates of time that opposing counsel believe to be erroneous shall be called to the attention of opposing counsel and the Court Administrator, in writing.

CRITICAL

Anyone seeking information from the Court must direct the inquiry to the Court Coordinator.

Any person seeking information from the Court regarding any matter whatsoever shall direct such inquiry to the Court Coordinator for the Court.

CRITICAL

Ex parte communications with the Court are prohibited, including electronic communications.

All ex-parte communications with the Court by attorneys, pro se parties, and any other persons are prohibited. This prohibition includes, but is not limited to, electronic communications.

CRITICAL

Mail requiring the Judge's attention must be delivered to the Court Coordinator.

All mail requiring the Judge's attention shall be delivered to the Court Coordinator.

CRITICAL

Contact

Phone

When a party files for bankruptcy protection, the party's attorney must promptly notify the Court by immediately telephoning the Court Administrator.

Whenever any party to litigation in this court files for protection under the bankruptcy laws of the United States, it shall be the responsibility of to promptly notify the Court by immediately telephoning the Court Administrator;

WARNING

Counsel may notify the Clerk, Court Coordinator, and Judge at least 45 days before a vacation of up to four consecutive weeks to avoid trial assignment.

Counsel wishing to avoid assignment to trial during a vacation period not exceeding four (4) consecutive weeks may advise the Clerk, Court Coordinator and Judge at least forty-five (45) days prior to the beginning of the vacation.

WARNING

Court staff cannot provide legal advice.

Court staff cannot provide legal advice.

WARNING

Unsolicited messages to the Judge may be deleted unopened and, if read, may be disclosed to all parties.

Unsolicited emails, texts, or messages, sent to the Judge's email address, social media account, or cell phone may be deleted without being opened and, if read by the Judge, are subject to being disclosed to all parties.