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

Register for Electronic Filing

• Access our registration form in PDF.

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

ECF Newsletter

Past Newsletters

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

What's New!

• Check out the newest enchancements to the ECF system

Tips for Filers

• How to File Sealed Documents
• Redacting Personal Information
• How to appear Pro Hac Vice
• How to Clear the Browser Cache
• For Mac and Safari 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 Help Desk

• 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)