Pro Se Information (Individuals Representing Themselves)
Based on declared public health emergencies impacting Washington, DC, and the National Capital Region, and ongoing efforts to mitigate community transmission and the impact of COVID-19, paper filing requirements in pro se cases are suspended until further order of the court. For more information, please see Amended General Order (Mar. 3, 2021).
Vaccine Rules of the United States Court of Federal Claims
Guidelines for Practice Under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program
Sample Petition Certificate of Service
Application to Proceed In Forma Pauperis
Petition Cover Sheet (Form 2, RCFC)
Public Release of Rulings and Decisions
The Office of Special Masters—an office within the United States Court of Federal Claims, see 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-12(c)—maintains a list of attorneys as a service to petitioners seeking compensation under the National Vaccine Program established by the Department of Health and Human Services. See 42 U.S.C. §§ 300aa-1, 12(a).