Eastern District of Washington

The Eastern District of Washington is a United States federal district court with jurisdiction over federal cases in Washington. The court is headquartered in Spokane, WA. 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 Eastern District of Washington falls within the jurisdiction of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. All appeals from this district are heard by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Courthouse Address

920 West Riverside Avenue, Spokane, WA, 99201

Visit the official court website: https://www.waed.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 Eastern District of Washington 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 Eastern District of Washington may specialize in:

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Local Rules & Procedures

The Eastern District of Washington 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.

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