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Application for Membership on CJA Trial Attorney Panel

Thank you for your interest in becoming a member of the CJA Trial Attorney Panel (Eastern, Southern, or Western Divisions).  Please complete the attached application and return it by e-mail to cja@cacd.uscourts.gov.  All attachments must be in PDF format. 

The application deadline is June 1 to be considered for panel membership effective the following January 1, after the Court's mandatory training in the fall.  Untimely or incomplete applications will not be considered.  All applicants will be notified in writing regarding the deposition of applications.