This page contains information on practicing in the Western District of Washington, including how to apply for admission, filing a new case and registering for CM/ECF.

• Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR)
  Options other than taking a case to trial including mediation and arbitration
   
• Attorney Admissions
  Information on applying for admission to practice in the Western District of Washington
   
• CM/ECF
  Register for electronic filing, learn CM/ECF tips and tricks, and find instructions
   
• Emergency Filings
  Methods for filing emergency pleadings
   
• Filing an Appeal
  Instructions for filing an appeal to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals
   
• Filing a New Civil Action
  Information on mandatory electronic case opening for attorneys
   
• Filing a Miscellaneous Action
  Information on filing a miscellaneous action, including fees and contact information
   
• Financial Information
  Information on court fees and how to pay them
   
• Forms
  Links to local and national forms
   
• Local Rules and General Orders
  Links to the court's Local Rules and General Orders
   
• Other Websites
  Links to national, regional, and local agency websites, including the U.S. Bankruptcy Court and the Ninth Circuit
   
• Pro Bono Panel
  Make a contribution to the community by providing free legal assistance to parties who cannot afford counsel in civil matters
   
• Trial Support
  Information about technology in the courtroom, jury instructions, copy requests, and other trial related topics