Civil Division
Legal counsel and representation to the City's elected and appointed officials: preparing legislation, drafting and reviewing legal documents, and representing the City in litigation. 253-804-3108.
Call 253-804-3108
City Hall · Legal
City Attorney's Office
The City Attorney’s Office represents the City in its day-to-day operations and provides legal advice to the Mayor, City Council, Administration, and boards and commissions.
About the office
Legal counsel for the City
The City Attorney’s Office represents the City in its day-to-day operations and provides legal advice to the Mayor, City Council, Administration, and boards and commissions that make up the municipal government of the City of Auburn. The City Attorney’s Office does not provide legal advice to residents of Auburn or members of the general public.
The Legal Department has four divisions: Civil, Prosecution, City Clerk's Office, and Real Estate division.
Four divisions
Civil, Prosecution, City Clerk and Real Estate
Prosecution Division
Prosecution of criminal misdemeanors, traffic infractions, and code enforcement violations filed in the King County District Court - South Division, Auburn Facility. 253-931-3030.
auburnprosecutor@auburnwa.gov
City Clerk's Office
Find the city fee schedule, apply for a passport, request a copy of a police report or public record, or get a claim for damages form.
Public records
Real Estate Division
Represents the City in real estate matters: 1) sales and leasing, 2) property rights and management, and 3) special projects. 253-288-4325.
jarndt@auburnwa.gov
Divisions
What each division does
Civil Division
The Civil Division is responsible for providing legal counsel and representation to the City's elected and appointed officials. Its duties include:
- Preparing legislation
- Drafting and reviewing legal documents
- Representing the City in litigation
The civil division can be reached at 253-804-3108.
Prosecution Division
The Prosecution Division is responsible for the prosecution of criminal misdemeanors, traffic infractions, and code enforcement violations filed in the King County District Court - South Division, Auburn Facility.
The Prosecution Division represents the interests of the public as a whole and does not represent individuals. The attorneys and staff employed by the office are prohibited from providing any legal advice to private individuals.
The Prosecution Division can be reached at 253-931-3030 or by email at auburnprosecutor@auburnwa.gov.
Real Estate Division
The primary focus of the Real Estate Division is to represent the City in real estate matters. Its responsibilities are divided into three main categories: 1) sales and leasing, 2) property rights and management, and 3) special projects. The division does not provide real estate advice or represent citizens of Auburn, or individuals with real estate interests in Auburn.
The Real Estate manager can be reached at 253-288-4325 or by email at jarndt@auburnwa.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Court, defense, discovery and notifications
How do I contact the King County District Court in Auburn?
The King County District Court in Auburn can be reached at 206-477-0479.
How do I contact my public defender?
If you are a defendant on a criminal case and would like to see if you qualify to have the public defender appointed to represent you, please view the Public Defense page.
How can I contact a domestic violence victim advocate?
The City Attorney’s office does not have a domestic violence victim advocate. The City Attorney’s Office has a domestic violence paralegal who coordinates criminal case-related issues with victims. The paralegal can be reached at 253-931-3072 or by email.
For information on obtaining a protection order, please see the Protection Orders page.
Additional Resources:
PROJECT BE FREE is a free organization that provides crisis response to individuals affected by Domestic Violence.
Phone: 425-324-5030
Email: info.project.be.free@gmail.com
https://project-be-free.com
DVHopeline is a free, safe, and confidential domestic violence helpline in King County for people from all communities, of any age and gender. Interpreters available in over 200 languages. Open 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Phone: 206-737-0242
Toll Free: 877-737-0242
Online Chat & Resources: www.dvhopeline.org
How can I request discovery?
If you are represented by an attorney, please contact your attorney directly. If you are not represented by an attorney, you can request discovery by completing one of the requests below.
What do I do if I received a subpoena?
If you received a subpoena, please call 253-931-3030 to speak with a legal assistant.
Will I be notified if a defendant is released from jail?
You may register to be notified of an offender's release from custody by using VINELink.
Reach the Legal Department
Civil 253-804-3108 · Prosecution 253-931-3030
Real Estate manager 253-288-4325 · Domestic violence paralegal 253-931-3072. The City Attorney’s Office does not provide legal advice to residents of Auburn or members of the general public.