Upholding Justice at the Highest Level

The Alaska Supreme Court is the highest court in the state, serving as the final arbiter of legal disputes and ensuring the uniform application of the law across Alaska. Established shortly after Alaska achieved statehood in 1959, the court has been instrumental in shaping the state’s legal landscape.

Comprising five justices, including a chief justice selected by peers for a three-year term, the court hears appeals from lower state courts and has the authority to issue original opinions on matters of significant public interest. Its decisions are binding on all other Alaska state courts and can only be appealed to the Supreme Court of the United States.

Contact Information

Anchorage Location (Main Office):
 📍 825 West 4th Avenue
Anchorage, AK 99501
📞 (907) 264-0471

Fairbanks Location:
 📍 101 Lacey Street
Fairbanks, AK 99701
📞 (907) 452-927

Juneau Location:
 📍 123 4th Street
Juneau, AK 99801
📞 (907) 463-4700

Clerk of the Appellate Courts:
 📍 303 K Street
Anchorage, AK 99501
📞 (907) 264-0608
📠 (907) 264-0878

Official Website:
 🔗 courts.alaska.gov

Jurisdiction & Responsibilities

The Alaska Supreme Court has jurisdiction over:

  • Appeals from lower state courts
  • Original jurisdiction in certain cases, such as disputes involving state elections or bar admissions
  • Administrative oversight of the Alaska Court System
  • Issuance of rules governing court procedure.

The court convenes regularly in Anchorage and periodically in Fairbanks and Juneau, ensuring accessibility to residents across the state.

Location Coordinates

Anchorage Main Office:
 📍 825 West 4th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501
📍 Latitude: 61.2175° N
📍 Longitude: 149.8940° W

Fairbanks Location:
 📍 101 Lacey Street, Fairbanks, AK 99701
📍 Latitude: 64.8436° N
📍 Longitude: 147.7231° W

Juneau Location:
 📍 123 4th Street, Juneau, AK 99801
📍 Latitude: 58.3019° N
📍 Longitude: 134.4197° W(alaskacourtrecords.us)

Hours of Operation

🕗 Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
📅 Closed on state-observed holidays

Learn More

For more information on court procedures, case filings, and accessing opinions, visit the Alaska Court System’s official website.