Local GAL Training Opportunities
Benton and Franklin Counties periodically sponsor GAL training courses. The training courses are based off of a statewide curriculum and equivalent training may be offered by other Washington counties. The link below may help you locate another training. Washington Courts - GAL Information. Click on "Training Opportunities" for a listing of upcoming trainings throughout the state. If there are no trainings listed, you may want to contact the counties directly to find out when they will be having their next training. King County will most likely be next to host a training. You can get contact information and a list of GAL Program Managers by clicking on "Registry Application Procedure" or the following link GAL Program Managers.
Title 11 GAL Trainings by Benton and Franklin Counties
There are currently no trainings scheduled. Please contact the GAL Registry Manager if you would like to be notified of local GAL trainings as they are scheduled.
Title 26 GAL Trainings by Benton and Franklin Counties
There are currenlty no trainings scheduled. Please contact the GAL Registry Manager if you would like to be notified of local GAL Trainings as they are scheduled.
Ex Parte
Important Notice
The process for ex parte has changed in both counties on a permanent basis. Click HERE for a description of the process.
Further, the Court requires that litigants submitting orders ex parte must attest to whether or not a notice of disqualification has been filed. Click HERE to view Judicial Resolution 17-002 and related form.
Arbitrator Eligibility
Important Notice
RCW 7.06.040 was amended changing eligibility requirements for arbitrators under the mandatory arbitration process. Click HERE for information and attestation form.
Superior Court Administration Benton County Justice Center
7122 W Okanogan Pl
Building A
Kennewick, WA 99336
509-736-3071
Importance Notice
There will be no Court proceedings on the afternoon of Septmeber 14, 2018 due to a judicial meeting. The Courts will be closed for Veterans Day on Monday, November 12, 2018.
Please refer to Court Holiday Schedule to see changes to regular calendar.
DISCLAIMER
Due to the rapidly changing nature of the Court’s information on the internet pages, the Benton and Franklin Counties Superior Courts cannot insure 100% accuracy. The data and links are provided for informational purposes only and may not have been updated on the date you view it. The Courts assume no liability for any legal consequences arising out of any information on these pages.
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