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The Federal Courts of the United States

The U.S. Courts were created under Article III of the Constitution to administer justice fairly and impartially, within the jurisdiction established by the Constitution and Congress. This site will help you learn more about the Judicial Branch and its work.

Find a Federal Court

Find a federal court by location or court name.

Find a Form

Search for national federal court forms by keyword, number or category.


Judiciary News

Independence Day Celebrated with History and Civics

On the eve of the 250th anniversary of Independence Day, in the nation’s capital, the Federal Circuit Center for Innovation and Law invited the public to the Justice Up Close, History All Around civics program to explore how law, innovation, science, and civic action have shaped the nation.


Current Rules of Practice and Procedure

Find links to the national federal rules and forms in effect, and information about new and recently amended rules and forms.

2025 Judicial Business Report

Review Judicial Business of the United States to find federal court data for the 12-month period ending Sept. 30, 2025.

2025 Director's Annual Report

Read about major activities of the federal Judiciary and the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts in 2025.