Attorneys, law clerks, and law students often need to locate the dockets and/or filings for a case.  Uses for this information vary and include tracking the progress of a case and examining a particular pleading, motion, brief, or order.  

Generally speaking, Bloomberg Law is the preferred resource for researching this information, as it offers the same content as PACER, the Federal Judiciary's electronic filing system, but provides more user-friendly search capabilities.  However, Westlaw, Lexis, and free resources, including court websites, can also prove useful.

This guide provides information on finding federal and state dockets and filings using a variety of resources.  Please feel free to visit the reference desk or speak with a reference librarian if you need additional assistance.