All formsCaption: Enter the court name, case number (leave blank if new), and party names
Jurisdiction: State the basis for federal jurisdiction (diversity, federal question)
Facts: Number each factual allegation
Claims: State each legal claim in a separate count
Relief: Specify what you are asking the court to do
Court Filingspdf
Civil Complaint (Federal Court)
Standard form for filing a civil lawsuit in federal district court. Includes caption, jurisdictional statement, factual allegations, and prayer for relief.
Instructions
Instructions
Filing Fee: $405 (as of 2025)
Note: This is a template only. Consult an attorney before filing.