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King County Law Library Makes Justice Accessible to All

Sarah Edwards | July 03, 2024

Sarah Edwards
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Sarah Edwards is a professional researcher and writer specializing in legal content. An Emerson College alumna, she holds a Bachelor of Science in Communication from the prestigious Boston institution.

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Hannah Locklear is SoloSuit’s Marketing and Impact Manager. With an educational background in Linguistics, Spanish, and International Development from Brigham Young University, Hannah has also worked as a legal support specialist for several years.

Summary: The King County Law Library offers resources and programs to help residents of Seattle and Kent get access to legal information and guidance. Through the organization’s tireless efforts, justice is available to a broader portion of the Washington-area population. SoloSuit supports these efforts and shares the vision to bring legal services to consumers of all backgrounds.

If knowledge is power, the King County Law Library is empowering consumers across King County, Washington. Through the King County Law Library, residents gain access to valuable information and public resources that can aid in legal research and education. Here are some of the ways that the King County Law Library is making justice more widely accessible.

What is the King County Law Library?

At the King County Law Library (KCLL), you’ll find a robust collection of legal information and services, all available to the public. At the KCLL, users gain access to services that include:

  • Research guidance
  • Notary services
  • Free access to legal databases
  • Classes related to legal topics

These are in addition to standard library services that include photocopiers and computer access.

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Where is the King County Law Library located?

You’ll find the library located at two locations. One location is on the sixth floor of the King County Courthouse in downtown Seattle. A second location is found in the Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent. Both locations are accessible by wheelchair. Below, we’ve included the addresses for each building.

Seattle Library: 516 3rd Avenue Suite W621, Seattle, WA 98104
Kent Library: 1N Maleng Regional Justice Center, 401 4th Avenue North, Kent, WA 98032

Contact the King County Law Library

Below, we’ve listed the King County Law Library phone number and other contact information:

  • Seattle Library phone number: (206) 477-1305
  • Kent Library phone number: (206) 477-1316
  • Email: services@kcll.org

How the King County Law Library is making justice accessible to all

Thanks to a range of services, the KCLL is making justice more accessible to residents of Seattle and Kent. Here are some of the initiatives that are taking place through the KCLL.

Legal clinics and resources

Visitors can take advantage of general legal clinics (including bilingual clinics) that provide guidance on a variety of legal issues. Library users can also gain free 30-minute legal consultations thanks to the KCLL’s partnership with organizations like the King County Bar Association (KCBA).

The library also offers access to legal information through its Legal Information Resource Center in addition to multimedia resources that the public can use to navigate legal issues.

Education and support services

Each week, the KCLL runs a Family Law Forms Lab to assist with family law-related documentation. At the King County Courthouse you’ll find a walk-in-clinic, providing limited legal advice on civil matters. Throughout the year, the KCLL hosts programs and events on an as-needed basis which can prompt lifelong learning and community engagement.

Partnerships and outreach

The KCLL collaborates with various community organizations to provide a broader network of community support. For example, the KCLL partners with Peer Kent, providing the Peers in Libraries program that aids those who have experiences of mental or medical illness, substance abuse, homelessness, or have been involved in the criminal justice system.

Accessibility and inclusion

Thanks to bilingual clinics and other resources, the KCLL ensures that a greater number of individuals can access its library of resources. In addition, the KCLL directs users to other online resources, such as the Washington Law Help website, which offers free access to educational content, downloadable forms, and other essential support.

Use technology to settle your debt

Like the King County Law Library, SoloSuit understands the challenges facing Washington consumers, especially those who are facing lawsuits from debt collectors, and helps them negotiate a lower settlement so that they can resolve their debts for less than what they currently owe.

Let’s look at an example to see how this works:

Example: Allison had been contacted by a debt collector who insisted that she owed a large credit card debt. She didn’t have the money to pay a debt of this magnitude. So she turned to SoloSettle, powered by SoloSuit. Using the online platform, she made an offer to pay 60% of her original debt. Her debt collector rejected this offer but submitted a counteroffer for 70%. Allison agreed, which meant that she resolved her debt permanently without having to endure a complex legal battle, all while saving some money on the debt payment.


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Navigate life-changing legal challenges

If you’re being sued in King County Washington, visit the King County Law Library to discover the vast collection of resources and programs designed to help local individuals gain access to justice. Thanks to the KCLL’s programs and content, the Seattle area can rely on top-notch legal advice and information to help navigate life-changing legal challenges.

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