Vernon Court Reporters is an approved transcriptionist for San Juan County Superior Court in Friday Harbor, Washington. We are authorized to prepare verbatim transcripts of court proceedings under GR 35 and RAP 9.2, the Washington State rules that govern transcripts used for appeals.
San Juan County is Washington’s only island county, covering San Juan Island, Orcas Island, Lopez Island, and dozens of smaller islands in the Salish Sea. The Superior Court sits in Friday Harbor on San Juan Island. Because the county is only accessible by ferry or small plane, having a transcriptionist who works remotely from audio recordings is not just convenient — for many litigants, it is the only practical option.
How to Order a San Juan County Transcript
- Contact San Juan County Superior Court at (360) 378-2399 to request a copy of your hearing’s audio recording.
- The court will provide either a CD or a secure download link with your audio file.
- Ship the CD to our office or share the download link through our platform — no ferry trip required.
- We transcribe the proceedings verbatim, certify the transcript, and deliver it ready for filing.
Ready to Get Started?
- Register an account on our platform.
- Upload your audio file or share the download link from the court.
- Get an instant quote with pricing and an estimated delivery time.
- Submit your request and we will take care of the rest.
Who We Help in San Juan County
We work with criminal defense attorneys who need appeal records, family law attorneys handling custody and divorce matters across the islands, civil litigants appealing trial court decisions, and island residents representing themselves who need a certified transcript. Our fully remote process means there is no need to travel to Friday Harbor — or to the mainland — to get started.
Why Choose Vernon Court Reporters
We have been serving Washington courts for over 40 years. Our transcripts meet the GR 35 standard required for appellate filings. Every transcript is verbatim and certified for official use.
Vernon is approved in courts across western Washington, including Whatcom County, Snohomish County, and Clallam County.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need to go to Friday Harbor to order a transcript?
- No. Everything is handled remotely. You contact the court by phone to request your audio recording, then share the file with us online or by mail. We deliver the completed transcript digitally. No ferry required.
- What is GR 35?
- GR 35 is Washington State General Rule 35, which requires every Superior Court to maintain a list of approved transcriptionists. Only transcriptionists on that list — like Vernon Court Reporters — can prepare official certified transcripts of electronically recorded court proceedings for use on appeal.
- How long does transcription take?
- Most transcripts are returned within 3 to 5 business days. Rush and same-day options are available depending on recording length.
- Can I order a transcript if I am representing myself?
- Yes. We regularly work with self-represented litigants. The process is the same regardless of whether you have an attorney.
