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Judge Brian C. Lea was sworn in on March 2, 2026. For the full news release click here.

2026 MBA mass swearing-in event happening on March 31, 2026. Click here for application.

The District Court is partnering with the Supreme Court Historical Society to bring the Supreme Court and My Hometown program to our community!

The District Court has approved amending LR 43.1 PROCEDURES AT HEARING AND TRIALS

Public Notice for Individuals Attempting to Pay a U.S. District Court Violation Notice Online

2025 JUDICIAL CONFERENCE OF THE SIXTH CIRCUIT

September 3 – 5, 2025

Memphis, Tennessee

The Peabody Hotel

Hotel reservation and other conference-related information is available on the registration site.

This national program highlights the positive impact of pro bono representation and advocacy in the lives of victims and survivors of domestic violence and abuse.

There is an ever-growing demand for Spanish interpreters in the Federal Courts. Excellent employment opportunities exist for both staff interpreters and contract interpreters. The Federal Court Interpreter Certification Examination, often referred to as the FCICE, is administered in two phases. Candidates may take the examination multiple times if necessary. Eligibility to sit for the oral exam is dependent on successfully passing the written exam. To become federally certified, one must pass both the Written and the Oral examination.

Upcoming Dates:

The James Dale Todd United States Courthouse, and Odell Horton Federal Building will be closed for public access on February 19th, 2025 due to inclement weather conditions.