George Deukmejian Courthouse Small Claims - Long Beach, CA

The small claims judge at George Deukmejian Courthouse is the Hon. Douglas W. Stern. Judge Stern was elected to the Los Angeles County Superior Court in 2013. After graduating form UCLA School of Law in 1978, Stern worked as a partner at two LA law firms. As an attorney he specialized in business litigation. Judge Stern served as the mayor of Rancho Palos Verdes in 2003 and 2008, and as Palos Verdes city councilman for ten years. Stern is a registered Democrat.

Pay-parking is available near the Deukmejian Courthouse in the 101 S. Magnolia Avenue garage. Additional parking options include the West Broadway parking garage, 2 minutes from the court building.

The busiest times of day at the George Deukmejian Courthouse are from 9 am to 10 am.

The best way to reach the George Deukmejian Courthouse by public transit is through the LA Metro. The closest stop to the courthouse is at Broadway & Magnolia SE.See here for up-to-date schedules and to plan your trip. The Metro connects with and offers a number of different routes throughout Los Angeles County.

The Governor George Deukmejian Courthouse is located on 275 Magnolia Avenue, accessible from the 710 freeway south. The facility is a large, modern glass-plated building. The small claims division is located on the first floor, in Room 1401. After entering the courthouse atrium and passing through security, you will be directed to Room 1401.

For coffee, head the Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf on the first floor of the courthouse. The Deukmejian building hosts a few food options, including Savoury Fusion Grill, Subway, and Hacienda Franco. These are located on the outer left of the courthouse.