Ex Parte and Probate
We hear cases and proceedings including:
- Probate
- Guardianship and Conservatorship (when someone is appointed by a court to make decisions and act for someone else)
- Trusts (overseeing a trustee's right to hold title to and manage property or assets for another party)
- Minor or Incapacitated Adult settlements
- Adoptions
- Temporary restraining and Family Law orders
- Requests for temporary civil protection orders
- Other matters not assigned to a judge
King County Superior Court requires that certain ex parte matters be presented via the Clerk.
Hearings - Ex Parte and Probate
Learn more about scheduling and preparing for your hearings.
Procedures - Ex Parte and Probate
All current ways to finalize Family Law matters, adoptions, guardianships, trusts, and probates through Ex Parte.
Emergency Motions - Ex Parte and Probate
How to apply for and schedule cases needing fast response including restraining orders or when there is an immediate risk for harm.
Guardianship - Ex Parte and Probate
Learn more about registering as a guardian ad litem and how to become a minor's guardian.