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Settlement conferences
If your case requires mediation, a settlement conference, or an outside mediation/dispute resolution option can fulfill this requirement. Our Settlement Conference Program helps low-income families resolve cases without a trial.
King County Volunteer Settlement Conference Program
Since 1997, volunteer attorneys have led thousands of settlement conferences, assisting families in resolving their Family Law cases without the financial and emotional expense of trial.
Although there are no formal limitations, this program is intended to serve those for whom it would be a financial hardship to utilize the many mediation and arbitration services available in our community. Those wishing to access the program may contact by email: scvolunteersettlement@kingcounty.gov
We have limited space and are unable to hold dates. Once a date is agreed upon, it cannot be changed.
Judicial Officer Settlement Conferences
If your case requires mediation, a settlement conference or an outside mediation / dispute resolution option can fulfill this requirement. Many Superior Court judges and commissioners also make themselves available for settlement conferences. Please contact them directly for more information.Seattle
| Judge | Phone | Case types | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ballinger, Kristin | 206-477-1336 | Dependency (Including TPRs) | |
| Bender, Johanna |
206-477-1495 | All Types | Low Income Parties Only |
| Campagna, Joe | 206-477-1561 | Civil | |
| Darvas, Andrea | 206-477-1465 | All Types | |
| Ferguson, Marshall | 206-477-1513 | Civil | |
| Helson, Janet | 206-477-1367 | Civil and Family Law | |
| Lee, Nelson K.H. | 206-477-1441 | Civil | Low Income Parties |
| McHale, John | 206-477-1585 | Civil | |
| Messitt, Annette | 206-477-1543 | Civil | Also available for remote conferences (Zoom or Teams) |
| O'Donnell, Sean | 206-477-1501 | Civil and Family Law | |
| Parisien, Suzanne | 206-477-1579 | Civil | |
| Rogers, Jim | 206-477-1597 | All Types | |
| Scott, Michael | 206-477-1379 | Civil and Dependency |
Kent
| Judge | Phone | Case types | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ballinger, Kristin | 206-477-1336 | Dependency (Including TPRs) | |
| Keenan, David | 206-477-1483 | Civil | |
| Phelps, Nicole | 206-477-1411 | Civil | |
| Wilson, Coreen | 206-477-1507 | Civil and Family Law |
Commissioners - All Locations
| Commissioner | Location | Phone | Case Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holman, Hollis | ITA Court (Harborview) |
206-296-4641 | Family Law |