Hayward Hall of Justice in Hayward, CA

Address: 24405 Amador Street, Hayward, CA 94544

Phone: (510) 690-2700

Building Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monday – Friday

Court System: Alameda County Superior Court

The Hayward Hall of Justice is one of several Alameda County Superior Court facilities, built in 1975 and located in downtown Hayward off the Winton Avenue exit from I-880. The courthouse is part of a complex that includes the Hayward Police Department and other county offices. It now hears only civil and family law cases (Departments 502-522, with Department 501 housing the Self-Help Center). Criminal cases for Alameda County are heard at other courthouses, primarily in Oakland and Dublin.

Types of Cases Heard

The Hayward Hall of Justice currently hears:

• Civil cases — contract disputes, personal injury, property matters, and general civil litigation
• Family law cases — divorce, child custody and visitation, child and spousal support, domestic violence restraining orders
• Self-help and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) services

For criminal cases in Alameda County, hearings are held at:

• Wiley W. Manuel Courthouse (661 Washington Street, Oakland) — criminal and traffic matters
• René C. Davidson Courthouse (1225 Fallon Street, Oakland) — criminal trials
• East County Hall of Justice (5151 Gleason Drive, Dublin) — criminal and traffic for East County
• Fremont Hall of Justice (39439 Paseo Padre Parkway) — criminal and traffic

If your case originates in Hayward, San Leandro, Union City, or surrounding communities and involves criminal charges, your appearance is likely scheduled at one of the Oakland courthouses rather than at Hayward.

What to Expect at a Hearing

Civil and family law hearings have specific calendar times that vary by department — check your hearing notice. Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early; security lines can be slow, especially Monday mornings.

In-person clerk service hours:

• Civil and Family Law clerks: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Monday – Thursday; 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Friday
• Phone: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Monday – Friday
• Drop box: 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monday – Thursday; 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Friday

A few things to know before your hearing:

• Dress conservatively — business or business-casual attire. Casual clothing makes a poor impression in family law matters where credibility matters.
• Security screening operates like airport TSA — no weapons, sharp objects, or anything that could be construed as one.
• Phones must be silenced or turned off in courtrooms.
• Family law cases often involve emotional moments; the courthouse has a Children’s Waiting Room for parents in court (call (510) 690-2749 for current hours).

Parking and Logistics

Parking is limited. Options include:

• Parking garage across the street — $4 daily, with a $1 discount via self-validation in the jury room. Generally the easiest option.
• Two-hour metered parking — directly behind the courthouse.
• Surrounding street parking — limited.

For public transit, the Hayward BART station is about 1.2 miles away. AC Transit operates multiple bus lines connecting BART to the courthouse, and free County shuttle service runs between BART and the Hall of Justice during weekday court hours.

If you have a civil or family law case at the Hayward Hall of Justice, an experienced attorney can help you understand procedures and protect your interests. If you have a criminal matter in Alameda County, your case will likely be heard at one of the Oakland courthouses. Learn how we defend Alameda County criminal cases.

Contact us for a confidential case evaluation.