Log-in to File or Search

• Log-in to ECF to electronically file your document.

• Log-in to PACER to search for previously filed documents.

Register for PACER

Free PACER Training (10/4/2011)

Registration Form for Electronic Case Filing

For Attorneys

(Note:  You must be admitted in the Western District of Washington.)

For Pro Se Filers

(Note:  You must be a party in a case in the Western District of Washington)

Forget your ECF password?

• Use Forgotten Password to reset it.

ECF RESOURCES

ECF Filing Procedures

ECF User's Manual

Civil Event Lists

Criminal Event Lists

New! ECF Newsletter

Past Newsletters

Signatures on Appearance Documents

In order for the Clerks Office to add an attorney to the docket, the attorney’s signature must appear on the pleading in accordance with FRCP Rule 11 and Local General Rule 2h. Signatures must comply with Section III L of the Electronic Filing Procedures. 

Example:

Important Information on Internet Browsers and CM/ECF

• The current version of CM/ECF was tested with and works correctly with Firefox 3.5.x, and Internet Explorer 7 and 8.  Firefox version 3.6.x also appears to function correctly with CM/ECF.

• Use of other browsers, or other versions of Firefox or Internet Explorer, is NOT supported and may cause CM/ECF to operate or display incorrectly, potentially resulting in improper or incomplete transactions.

• Additional technical information regarding browser versions of Firefox and Internet Explorer, and how you may maintain a specific version on your computing devices to access CM/ECF, are available at the following links:

Firefox 

Internet Explorer 

Learn to use the ECF System

• Take an online tutorial

• E-mail to sign up for a training class

• Find answers in our online ECF User's Manual

Opening a New Case in ECF

• As of March 1, 2010, attorneys must open new cases ONLINE and file their Complaint or Notice of Removal. 

• Visit the Attorney Case Opening training page for more information, helpful documents and tutorials.

ECF Features Overview

Electronic Case Filing Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for Filers

• How to Add Corporate Parents and Other Affiliates
• Where to E-mail Proposed Orders
• Attorneys: How to File Sealed Documents
• Pro Se Filers:  Filing Documents Under Seal
• How to File a Stipulation and Order
• Redacting Personal Information
• How to appear Pro Hac Vice
• Document and Attachment Viewing:  Combined PDFs
• How to Clear the Browser Cache
• What is the file size limit for PDF documents?
• For Mac Users
• How do Sealed and Ex Parte-Sealed restrictions work?
• About PDF Headers
• How to Change Your Address or Firm Name
• How to Add Additional E-mail Addresses

Resolve Technical Difficulties

Troubleshoot common problems:

• Poor System Performance
• Problems Logging In
• Viewing Documents from E-mail

Contact the ECF Support Team

• E-mail your questions to cmecf@wawd.uscourts.gov
• Call us toll-free at 866-323-9293, or 206-370-8440.
• Help desk hours are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Monday through Friday)