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

(NEW) ECF Filing Procedures

(NEW) ECF User's Manual

Civil Event Lists

Criminal Event Lists

(NEW) 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!

• Attorneys will be opening new cases ONLINE and filing their Complaint or Notice of Removal beginning February 1, 2010!

Tips for Filers

• How to File Sealed Documents
• Redacting Personal Information
• How to appear Pro Hac Vice
• 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 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)