Local Rule 83.2.1 governs admission to practice in the United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania. Anyone wishing to be admitted to practice in this court should comply with the following:

1. You must obtain a movant who is an attorney admitted to practice in this court, and is a member in good standing. The admittee and movant must be present in court. The movant will orally move your admission before a United States District Judge.

2. You must contact the Clerk's Office at (412) 208-7500 to schedule a date and time that coincides with a judge's schedule.

There are no forms to complete, and all the necessary information will be taken over the telephone. The fee is $160.00, and all checks must be made payable to "Clerk, U. S. District Court." The fee is paid at the time of your admission.