A landlord who prevails in an eviction is entitled to a judgment.  The judgment amount normally includes court costs and attorney’s fees in addition to rent and other damages.

Landlords do not always get a judgment.  For instance, if the tenant abandons the premises the court no longer has jurisdiction and the case ends.  Also, if the landlord in a residential eviction serves the summons and complaint by posting and mailing per court order there is no judgment.

A landlord who is interested in pursuing a judgment for money owed may wish to consider small claims court.  Below are links for King, Pierce, and Snohomish Counties.

King County Small Claims Court

Pierce County Small Claims Court

Snohomish County Small Claims Court