The mission of the
United States District Court
for the
Western District of Pennsylvania

is to preserve and enhance the rule of law while providing an impartial and accessible forum for the just, timely and economical resolution of legal proceedings within the court’s jurisdiction, so as to protect individual rights and liberties, promote public trust and confidence in the judicial system, and to maintain judicial independence.

Chief Judge Gary L. Lancaster, of the Western District of Pennsylvania would like to extend his warmest welcome as you tour the on-line home of the U. S. District Court located in Pittsburgh, Erie, and Johnstown.