Personal Injury | April 8, 2016 by JOSHUA D. ANDERSON
If you are going to the courthouse in Auburn, Washington for the first time you probably have a number of questions. Below, you will find the courthouse’s address, hours, days of operation, phone number, and answers to common questions most people have when showing up to court for the 1st time.
340 E Main St 101, Auburn, WA 98002
Phone: 206-205-9200
Fax: 206-296-0525
Judges and Magistrates appreciate punctuality. You do not want to start things off on the wrong foot by showing up late. It is good practice to plan to be at the Courthouse at least 30 minutes before your scheduled proceeding. This should allow you ample time to find a parking space, pass through Court Security and make your way to your courtroom.
First impressions are important. Business-casual dress is appropriate. You certainly will not be expected to wear a suit and tie, but dressing professionally and appropriately will help to ensure you make a positive first impression.
If you are addressing a Judge or Magistrate, addressing him or her as “Your Honor,” is appropriate.
Generally, aside from other parties present for their own matters, who may be seated in the gallery, you likely will find attorneys, a Court Reporter, a Judicial Assistant, and a Bailiff. The Court Reporter is responsible for transcribing testimony before the Court. The Judicial Assistant, as the name implies, assists the Judge or Magistrate, and may perform duties akin to a paralegal, legal secretarial, and/or office administrative support for the Court.
It is a safe rule of thumb to ALWAYS assume that your trial or hearing will start on time. Again, Judges and Magistrates appreciate punctuality and you certainly do not want to start things off on the wrong foot by arriving late.
Attorney Joshua D. Anderson grew up in Enumclaw, Washington with a close-knit family who instilled in him the values of faith, family, and hard work. Since a young age, Josh knew he wanted to be an attorney so he could advocate for others and always knew his focus would be personal injury. He completed his undergraduate degree at the University of San Diego and graduated Cum Laude from Seattle University School of Law. While pursuing his degree, Josh served as an extern for the Seattle City Attorney’s Office.
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