COURTHOUSE ANNEX In October 2005, the William B. Bryant Courthouse Annex opened to the public. The six-story annex houses nine courtrooms, 19 chambers, and related support and office space. The annex is named for Judge William B. Bryant who served on the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia from 1965 - 2005. He served as the Chief Judge of the court from 1977-1981.