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    "Trial Assignment": in Family Law Cases

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    Trial assignment is a daily proceeding where the judge decides which family law cases are ready to be heard the next day and assigns them to judges based on courtroom availability and time needed. It happens every weekday at 9am in Room 211, where the assignment judge for that day is also posted. All parties must attend trial assignment in person to report their readiness and have their case called. If assigned to the next day, parties will learn which judge and courtroom they are assigned to. Failure to attend trial assignment could result in missing one's hearing date.

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    Trial assignment is a daily proceeding where the judge decides which family law cases are ready to be heard the next day and assigns them to judges based on courtroom availability and time needed. It happens every weekday at 9am in Room 211, where the assignment judge for that day is also posted. All parties must attend trial assignment in person to report their readiness and have their case called. If assigned to the next day, parties will learn which judge and courtroom they are assigned to. Failure to attend trial assignment could result in missing one's hearing date.

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    Trial assignment is a daily proceeding where the judge decides which family law cases are ready to be heard the next day and assigns them to judges based on courtroom availability and time needed. It happens every weekday at 9am in Room 211, where the assignment judge for that day is also posted. All parties must attend trial assignment in person to report their readiness and have their case called. If assigned to the next day, parties will learn which judge and courtroom they are assigned to. Failure to attend trial assignment could result in missing one's hearing date.

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    “TRIAL ASSIGNMENT”

    IN FAMILY LAW CASES


    1. What is “Trial Assignment”?
    “Trial Assignment” is a court proceeding in which a Judge decides which family law cases
    scheduled for hearing the next court day are ready to proceed, how much time is needed for each hearing,
    and which Judges have time available to hear those cases. The Trial Assignment Judge then assigns the
    cases and tells the parties what courtroom the case will be heard the next day.

    2. Where does Trial Assignment” happen?


    The bulletin board in Room 211 of the courthouse always lists the name and courtroom # of the Judge
    handling Trial Assignment for that particular day.

    3. When does Trial Assignment happen?


    Every court day starting at 9:00 a.m. Trial Assignment is usually finished by 9:15 or 9:20. It is very
    important to be there on time so you are present when your case is called. Arrive early and allow plenty of
    time to get through security in the lobby.

    4. What happens at Trial Assignment?


    All the attorneys and self-represented parties who have a case on the Trial Assignment docket take a seat
    in the courtroom. The Judge comes out to the bench at 9:00 a.m. and announces each case on the
    docket, one at a time. When your case is called, you will need to:
    • Stand up and tell the Judge that you are there and what your name is
    • Tell the Judge whether you are ready to have your hearing the next day
    • If you’re not ready, tell the Judge the reason why. Also tell the Judge when you will be
    ready. The other side might disagree with your request to set over the case, and in this
    situation the Judge will decide what to do. It is always best to let the other side know as
    soon as possible if you think you will not be ready for a scheduled hearing.
    • If you are ready for your hearing, tell the Judge how much time you think you need. Take into
    account whether you will have any witnesses coming to court with you and how long it will take for
    you to tell your side of the story and have your witnesses provide their information to the Judge.
    • Listen to the Judge make the assignments once all of the cases have been called. Remember to
    write down the name of the Judge, the courtroom number, and the time of day your hearing is set
    to start the next day.

    Reminder: If you have children and (1) have not completed the parent education class or (2) have not
    participated in Mediation or obtained a waiver of Mediation, you case could be set-over at Trial
    Assignment. If you have questions about the Parent Education Class or Mediation, you can contact the
    staff in Room 211 or the Family Court Services Dept in Room 350 (503/988-3189). Information is also
    available on the court’s website. See the bottom of this page.

    5. What happens if I don’t attend the Trial Assignment proceeding?


    You could lose your chance to participate in the hearing the next day and therefore lose your case. You
    must attend Trial Assignment in person if you do not have an attorney.

    6. What should I bring with me to court for trial (or hearing) the next day?
    • Any witnesses you think have information helpful to the Judge
    • Any documents you think show information helpful to the Judge. (Please bring 3 copies – one for
    you, one for the other side, and one for the Judge).
    • If child or spousal support is an issue, you must complete a Uniform Support Declaration and
    attach copies of paystubs and tax returns. You can get a copy of this form on the “Family Court”
    website (see below) on the “Forms” page.
    You can get more information about what to expect in a family law court hearing by reading the booklets
    posted on the court’s website at: http://courts.oregon.gov/Multnomah. Click on “Family Court” under Quick
    Links, and then the “Finding Legal Help” page. Other information helpful to you is available there.

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