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Pierce County Superior Court is dedicated to administering justice fairly and impartially, without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, immigration status, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, social and economic status, marital status, political affiliation, or mental or physical disability.
Washington State Supreme Court's Commitment to Diversity
Washington State District and Municipal Court Judges' Association & Superior Court Judges' Association Commitment to Diversity
Quick Contacts:
- Commissioner Courtroom Zoom Links
- To obtain electronic access to your case: E-Filing | Pierce County, WA - Official Website (piercecountywa.gov)
- To access information about your case: LINX - Pierce County Legal Information Network eXchange
- Civil Administration 253.798.3654
- Criminal Administration 253.798.2988
- Commissioner Services 253.798.6697
- Jury Administration 253.798.7782
- Judicial Department Phone List
Dept. 1 Judge Davis | All hearings, motions, and trials are in-person unless prior arrangements have been made for a Zoom appearance. For trial assignments, mandatory court review hearings, or any other questions, please email [email protected]. |
Dept. 2 Judge Ashcraft | All hearings, motions, and trials are in-person unless prior arrangements have been made for a Zoom appearance. For trial assignments, mandatory court review hearings, or any other questions, please email [email protected]. |
Dept. 3 Judge Schwartz | Dept. 3 is open to the public. All hearings, motions and trials are in person unless prior arrangements are made with the Court for Zoom appearances. Zoom appearance requests must be made, in writing, at least five business days prior to the date of the proceeding. In the event a proceeding will be conducted by Zoom, the parties and counsel will receive a Zoom invitation at the email address listed in the court file. For trial assignments, mandatory court review hearings, or agreed matters, please email [email protected] |
Dept. 4 Judge Chushcoff | All hearings, motions, and mandatory court review hearings are in-person or telephonically using CourtCall. Trials are in-person unless prior arrangements have been made for a Zoom appearance. For trial assignments or any other questions, please email [email protected]. |
Dept. 5 Judge Speir-Moss | Hearings are primarily conducted in-person. Attendance at hearings via the Zoom platform may be accommodated by advance arrangement only. Email requests and questions to [email protected]. |
Dept. 6 Judge Quinlan | Unless previously indicated to the contrary, all hearings, motions, and trials are in-person. In the event a proceeding will be conducted by Zoom, the parties and counsel will receive a Zoom invitation at the email address listed in the court file. For trial assignments, mandatory court review hearings, or other questions, please email [email protected]. |
Dept. 7 Judge Kiesel | Dept.7 is open to the public. All hearings, motions and trials are in person unless prior arrangements are made with the Court for Zoom appearances. Zoom appearance requests must be made, in writing, at least five business days prior to the date of the proceeding. For trial assignments, mandatory court review hearings, or agreed matters, please email [email protected]. |
Dept. 8 Judge Blinn | All hearings, motions, and trials are in-person unless prior arrangements have been made for a Zoom appearance. Requests for remote hearings shall be made in writing to the Judicial Assistant 5 working days in advance of the motion/hearing, along with the reason for the request. Judge to advise of decision 3 working days in advance. For trial assignments, mandatory court review hearings, or any other questions, please email [email protected] . |
Dept. 9 Judge Murphy | All hearings, motions, and trials are in-person unless prior arrangements have been made for a Zoom appearance. For trial assignments, mandatory court review hearings, or any other questions, please email [email protected]. |
Dept. 10 Judge Johnson | All hearings, motions, and trials are in-person unless prior arrangements have been made for a Zoom appearance. For trial assignments, mandatory court review hearings, or any other questions, please email [email protected]. |
Dept. 11 Judge Adams | All hearings, motions, and trials are in-person unless prior arrangements have been made for a Zoom appearance. Requests for remote hearings shall be made in writing to the Judicial Department no later than 5 business days in advance of the motion/hearing, along with the reason for the request. If approved, the Court will email the Zoom invitation and instructions to the email addresses listed on LINX. For trial assignments and mandatory court review hearings, or questions please email [email protected]. |
Dept. 12 Judge Andrews | Unless otherwise notified by the Court, all matters will be held in-person. If you have questions, please email [email protected]. |
Dept. 13 Judge Thomas | All hearings, motions, and trials are in-person unless prior arrangements have been made for a Zoom appearance. For trial assignments, mandatory court review hearings, or any other questions, please email [email protected]. |
Dept. 14 Judge Ahrens | Unless otherwise notified by the Court, all matters will be held in-person. If you have questions, please email [email protected] |
Dept. 15 Judge Leanderson | All hearings, motions, and trials are in-person unless prior arrangements have been made for a Zoom appearance. Requests for remote hearings shall be made in writing to the Judicial Assistant 5 working days in advance of the motion/hearing, along with the reason for the request. Judge to advise of decision 3 working days in advance. For trial assignments, mandatory court review hearings, or any other questions, please email [email protected]. |
Dept. 16 Judge Evans | Our courtroom is open to the public. A specific matter may be held via Zoom in cases requested and approved 3 business days prior to the hearing. Otherwise, all matters will be held in person. For more specific appearance/observation protocol contact [email protected]. |
Dept. 17 Judge Kirkendoll | All proceedings are in-person unless prior arrangements have been made with the court for a Zoom appearance, or the court is not requesting oral argument. For Zoom proceedings, all parties will receive a Zoom invitation to the email address listed in the court file. For trial assignments, mandatory court review hearings or other questions, please email [email protected]. |
Dept. 18 Judge Rumbaugh | Our courtroom is open to the public. A specific matter may be held via Zoom in cases requested and approved 3 business days prior to the hearing. Otherwise, all matters will be held in person. For trial assignments, mandatory court review hearings, or any other questions, please email [email protected]. |
Dept. 19 Judge Sorensen | All hearings, motions, and trials are in-person unless prior arrangements have been made for a Zoom appearance. For trial assignments, mandatory court review hearings, or any other questions, please email [email protected]. |
Dept. 20 Judge Williams | Unless otherwise notified by the Court, all matters will be held in-person. If you have questions, please email [email protected] . |
Dept. 21 Judge Henderson, Jr. | Unless otherwise notified by the Court, all matters will be held in-person. If you have questions, please email [email protected]. |
Dept. 22 Judge Burton | Unless otherwise requested, all hearings are in person. If you are requesting a virtual appearance, please obtain approval by calling Department 22’s judicial assistant at 253-798-6779. |
Dept. 23 Judge Peñalver | All matters will be in person in the courtroom unless parties/counsel get authorization from the Court. If you have any questions, please email [email protected]. |
This information is in effect as of May 1, 2023, and is subject to change. Please check back periodically.
For electronic access to your case, all parties and attorneys should obtain a LINX account via the Superior Court Clerk’s Office. LINX account fees are currently waived for self-represented parties.
Hearings are conducted in person or by ZOOM, at the option of the parties, unless otherwise noted in this website. Mental Health proceedings are conducted by ZOOM Only.
FIND YOUR COMMISSIONER ZOOM HEARING LINK: to participate remotely in your hearing go to: Commissioner Calendars by Division | Pierce County, WA - Official Website (piercecountywa.gov)
Show Cause/Family Law Motions: Appearance for all hearings may be conducted in person or by Zoom, at the option of the parties. These matters are heard in three different Commissioner Courtrooms, the Zoom Links can be found here: Commissioner Calendars by Division | Pierce County, WA - Official Website (piercecountywa.gov)
- C1 - Civil Division A, Courtroom 100 (Zoom Link)
- C3 - Civil Division C, Courtroom 407 (Zoom Link)
- MOP - Civil Division D, Courtroom 127 (Zoom Link)
Uncontested Dissolutions (Zoom Link): The Commissioner will make decisions based on the documents in the LINX court file, the proposed orders, and Interrogatories submitted by the parties. Submit proposed final pleadings seven (7) court days prior to the day of hearing either in person or by mail to: Pierce County Superior Court, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Room 334, Tacoma, WA 98402. The hearings for this docket are conducted primarily by zoom.
Minor Settlements (Zoom Link): Appearance for all hearings may be in person or by Zoom, at the option of the parties. Attendance of minor, parents, Settlement Guardian ad Litem and petitioning attorney is required unless an Order Waiving appearance is signed in advance per local court rules PCLSPR 98.18W. Submit proposed orders prior to the scheduled hearing. Proposed Orders shall be attached to the Civil Hearing Information Form (Form U).
Unlawful Detainers or Evictions (Zoom Link): Appearance for all hearings may be in person or by Zoom, at the option of the parties.
Adult Guardianship and Conservatorship/Probate (Zoom Link): Appearance for all hearings will be conducted in person or by Zoom, at the option of the parties. Submit proposed orders prior to the scheduled hearing. PCLSPR 98.20. Proposed Orders shall be attached to the Civil Hearing Information Form (Form U).
Civil Protection Orders:
- To request an Initial Order: Submit your request via the on-line kiosks or appear in person at the Superior Court Clerk’s Office (930 Tacoma Avenue S., Room 110) to complete the petition and to have the court consider your request.
- Final Civil Protection Order Hearing: Civil Protection Orders are heard via ZOOM or in person in courtroom 117. ZOOM instructions are included in the Temporary Order packet that is provided to the Petitioner and served on the Respondent.
Ex Parte Electronic Mail: Electronic mail is for all agreed upon or unopposed orders or motions. There are certain agreed matters that must go through the Electronic Mail system. (See list.) See Ex Parte Division Policy.
Ex Parte (Zoom Link): Ex Parte matters are heard in Courtroom 129. The hours for Ex Parte are 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM and 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM daily. Unless waived by the Commissioner or agreed upon by the parties, 24-hours' notice must be provided to the opposing party (as well as a copy of the motion and any other supporting documentation. Ex Parte hearings will be both in person and via Zoom.
- The moving party is required to provide the court with the names and dates of birth for all adults in either household, as well as email addresses for those that will be appearing.
- The moving party must email the ex parte clerk at [email protected] the proposed Order for Immediate Restraining Order or other Orders and upload the Motion for Immediate Retraining Order or other Motion, and all supporting documents to the case file in LINX.
Involuntary Commitment Behavioral Health Proceedings: Involuntary Commitment Behavioral Health Proceedings are conducted via Zoom.
- If you would like to observe these proceedings, please email the clerks at [email protected] with the provided email address and a login link will be provided to you.
- If you have any other questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the Pierce County Clerk's Office for further assistance at 253-798-6937.
ADDITIONAL CONTACT INFORMATION and WEBSITES:
Pierce County Superior Court Webpage
Commissioner Services:
- email: [email protected]
- Fax number: (253) 798-6897
Interrogatories with Declaration
Emergency Order #22-04 - Regarding Face Masks
Emergency Order #22-03 - Regarding Extended Suspension of Jury Trials (01/22)
Emergency Order #22-02 - Regarding Inmate Transfers (01/22)
Emergency Order #22-01 - Regarding Suspension of Jury Trials (01/22)
Emergency Order #21-03 - Regarding Court Operations (11/2/21)
Emergency Order #21-02 - Regarding Implementation of CrR 3.4 (4/21/22)
Emergency Order #20-20 - Regarding Authorization to Conduct Pierce County Superior Court Sessions at Alternative Locations (10/30/20)
Emergency Order #20-19 - Regarding Unlawful Detainer Actions and the Eviction Resolution Program (ERP) ( 10/7/20, amended 10/30/20, amended 12/15/20, Second amended 3/18/21, Third Amended 8/20/21 with Attachments)
Emergency Order #20-18 - Regarding resumption of Jury Trials (amending Order #9) (7/13/20)
Emergency Order #20-9 - Regarding Pierce County Corrections restraint procedures. (3/23/20)
Emergency Order #20-1 - Order on expanded criteria for excusing jurors based upon public health emergency. (3/12/20)
Emergency Temporary Procedures for all Civil Protection Orders (4/24/20, 7/13/20)
Emergency/Temporary procedures for civil commissioner courtrooms at the County City Building. (3/18/20, 4/6/20, 5/18/20, 7/13/20)
Superior Court Press Release - COVID-19 Response dated March 17th, 2020
Contact Us
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Superior Court Administration
930 Tacoma Ave South
Room 334 County-City Bldg.
Tacoma, WA 98402
Phone: (253) 798-3654