Court Rules
senior Judge
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Judge Marsha J. Pechman

Individual Rules, Standing Orders & Policies

Western District of Washington

Limits & Logistics

Courtesy Copies

Filings (>50 pages)

Required

Communication

Phone

Chambers

No Hours, Status Inquiries
In Person

Chambers

No Hours, Status Inquiries
Filters:AllMandatoryFormattingCommunicationTRO/InjunctionCourtroom ConductTypographyECF FilingCourtesy CopiesElectronicsJury

Detailed Drafting Rules

Format RequirementMandatory

All pleadings must be in 12-point Times New Roman font.

In general, follow the guidelines in Local Rule 10(e) except all pleadings must be in 12-point Times New Roman font.

Typography
Font FamilyTimes New Roman
Size12 pt
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Courtesy CopyMandatory

Courtesy copy required for documents over 50 pages filed via CM/ECF.

Under Local Rule 10(e)(8), a party that files a document that exceeds 50 pages in length via CM/ECF must file a paper copy marked 'Courtesy Copy of Electronic Filing for Chambers.'

Courtesy Copies Required

When: Page Threshold > 50
Logistics
Quantity1 Copy
TimingUpon Filing
MethodChambers Drop Off
Appearance
LabelingCourtesy Copy Of Electronic Filing For Chambers
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Communication ProtocolMandatory

All cellular phones and wireless devices must be turned off or in airplane mode during proceedings.

All cellular telephones and wireless devices must be turned off or turned to airplane mode during all proceedings. Simply silencing these devices is insufficient, as they interfere with the courtroom audio system. Individuals whose devices interrupt proceedings shall be sanctioned.

Phone

Approved Topics
SchedulingEmergenciesStatus InquiriesTechnical Issues
Prohibited
  • Hours
    during_all_proceedings
  • Status Inquiries
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Communication ProtocolNote

Counsel must stand when addressing court, witness, or jury, but not restricted to podium.

Counsel are required to stand when addressing the Court, a witness, or the jury. However, counsel is not restricted to standing at the podium unless the judge, court reporter, witness, counsel, or a juror indicates that they are unable to hear.

In Person

Approved Topics
SchedulingEmergenciesStatus InquiriesTechnical Issues
Prohibited
  • Hours
    during_proceedings
  • Status Inquiries
Page 1
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