Civil Arbitration
Cases Subject to Civil Arbitration
- the action is at issue in Superior court;
- the relief requested is for money damages only; and
- no claim exceeds the jurisdictional limit of $100,000, exclusive of attorney's fees, interest, or costs.
If you do not agree to arbitration, you must file and serve an objection before the date listed above. You must also schedule a hearing for your objection on the assigned judge’s civil motion calendar within 14 days of objecting. Review Local MAR 2.1 for more information.
To view the current panel of arbitrators with brief biographies, click here.
In accordance with Washington State statute, attorneys who have practiced in Washington for five years or more are qualified to serve on the panel of arbitrators. To become an Arbitrator, please complete and return an Arbitrator Profile and Oath to the address listed below.
Civil Arbitration Forms for Parties
Civil Arbitration Forms for Arbitrators
Arbitration Department Contact Information
Arbitration Department
Thurston County Superior Court
2000 Lakeridge Dr SW, Bldg 2
Olympia WA 98502
arbitrationcoordinator@co.thurston.wa.us