District of North Dakota

The District of North Dakota is a United States federal district court with jurisdiction over federal cases in North Dakota. The court is headquartered in Bismarck, ND. As a trial-level court in the federal judiciary, it serves as the entry point for most federal litigation within its geographic boundaries.

Court Overview

The District of North Dakota falls within the jurisdiction of the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals. All appeals from this district are heard by the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Courthouse Address

220 East Rosser Avenue, Bismarck, ND, 58501

Visit the official court website: https://www.ndd.uscourts.gov/

Types of Cases Handled

Federal district courts handle a wide range of cases including federal criminal prosecutions, civil cases involving federal law or diversity jurisdiction, constitutional challenges, habeas corpus petitions, bankruptcy appeals, immigration proceedings, admiralty and maritime cases, and disputes involving federal agencies. The District of North Dakota regularly adjudicates matters related to federal criminal defense, civil rights, employment discrimination, intellectual property, securities regulation, and environmental compliance.

Federal Practice Areas

Attorneys practicing before the District of North Dakota may specialize in:

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Local Rules & Procedures

The District of North Dakota maintains local rules that supplement the Federal Rules of Civil and Criminal Procedure. Attorneys must comply with these local rules when filing documents and appearing before the court. Access the court's local rules on the official court website, or use our local rules search tool.