How do I contest a judgment?

When contesting a judgment in Washington, the first step is to file a Notice of Intent to Appear. This needs to be done within 30 days of the judgment being issued. Then, you will need to file a Motion to Vacate the Judgment. This document will explain why you are challenging the judgment. When you file the Motion to Vacate the Judgment, you must also include a copy of the original order, a signed affidavit, and proof of service. The affidavit should outline why you think the judgment is invalid. Examples of valid reasons include if the wrong person or wrong entity was named in the judgment, if incorrect information was provided during the trial, and if the court didn’t follow the proper legal procedures. Once you’ve filed the Motion to Vacate the Judgment, the other party has the right to respond to the motion. They may file a response showing why they don’t agree with your motion. They may also file a counter-motion to dismiss your motion. Once both sides have filed their papers, a hearing will be held in court. At this hearing, both sides will present their case to the judge. The judge will then decide whether the judgment should be vacated, dismissed, or upheld.

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