Notice of Appearance - Wyoming

NOTICE OF APPEARANCE

State of Wyoming — District Court

1. COURT HEADER AND CAPTION

IN THE DISTRICT COURT, [____] JUDICIAL DISTRICT

Select the applicable judicial district:

☐ First Judicial District (Laramie County)
☐ Second Judicial District (Albany, Carbon Counties)
☐ Third Judicial District (Lincoln, Sweetwater, Uinta Counties)
☐ Fourth Judicial District (Johnson, Sheridan Counties)
☐ Fifth Judicial District (Big Horn, Hot Springs, Park, Washakie Counties)
☐ Sixth Judicial District (Campbell, Crook, Weston Counties)
☐ Seventh Judicial District (Natrona County)
☐ Eighth Judicial District (Converse, Goshen, Niobrara, Platte Counties)
☐ Ninth Judicial District (Fremont, Sublette, Teton Counties)

IN AND FOR [________________________________] COUNTY, STATE OF WYOMING

Wyoming has 23 counties:

2. PARTY INFORMATION

The undersigned enters this appearance on behalf of the following party:

Party Name: [________________________________]

Party Role:
☐ Plaintiff
☐ Defendant
☐ Third-Party Plaintiff
☐ Third-Party Defendant
☐ Cross-Claimant
☐ Counter-Claimant
☐ Intervenor
☐ Petitioner
☐ Respondent
☐ Garnishee
☐ Other: [________________________________]

Case Type:
☐ Civil — General
☐ Personal Injury / Tort
☐ Contract / Commercial
☐ Real Property
☐ Domestic Relations / Family
☐ Probate / Estate
☐ Forcible Entry and Detainer
☐ Oil, Gas, and Mineral Rights
☐ Water Rights
☐ Other: [________________________________]

3. ATTORNEY INFORMATION

Additional Counsel (if applicable)

4. APPEARANCE STATEMENT

COMES NOW [________________________________], Wyoming State Bar No. [________________________________], of the firm [________________________________], and pursuant to W.R.C.P. Rule 5 and Rule 11, and Uniform Rule 102 for District Courts of the State of Wyoming, hereby enters an appearance on behalf of [________________________________], [________________________________] (party designation), in the above-captioned civil action.

All future pleadings, motions, discovery, notices, orders, and other papers shall be served upon the undersigned at the address and email set forth above, in accordance with W.R.C.P. Rule 5.

5. TYPE OF APPEARANCE

☐ General Appearance — The undersigned enters a general appearance for all purposes in this matter, submitting to the jurisdiction of this Court.

☐ Limited Scope Appearance — The undersigned enters a limited scope appearance as described in Section 7 below, consistent with Wyo. R. Prof. Conduct 1.2(c).

☐ Substitution of Counsel — The undersigned enters an appearance as substitute counsel, replacing [________________________________], Wyoming Bar No. [________________________________]. A Substitution of Counsel is filed concurrently pursuant to Uniform Rule 102.

☐ Additional Counsel — The undersigned enters an appearance as co-counsel alongside [________________________________], Wyoming Bar No. [________________________________].

☐ Pro Hac Vice Appearance — The undersigned enters an appearance pursuant to pro hac vice admission. See Section 8 below.

6. CONSENT TO ELECTRONIC FILING AND SERVICE

Wyoming E-Filing System

Pursuant to the Wyoming Rules for Electronic Filing and Service in District Courts:

☐ The undersigned is registered with the Wyoming Judiciary e-filing system and will file all documents electronically in this matter.
☐ The undersigned will register with the Wyoming e-filing system within [____] days.
☐ The undersigned requests an exemption from electronic filing. Basis: [________________________________]

E-Filing in Wyoming: The Wyoming Supreme Court has implemented electronic filing for district courts. All attorneys are required to register for the e-filing system with a valid email address and file documents electronically. The Wyoming Supreme Court has upgraded to a new eFiling system; all users must register for a new account at the updated URL.

Electronic Service

☐ The undersigned consents to electronic service through the Wyoming e-filing system at the following email address: [________________________________]

☐ The undersigned does not consent to electronic service. Service shall be made by other methods authorized under W.R.C.P. Rule 5(b).

Note: Under the Wyoming Rules for Electronic Filing and Service, service through the e-filing system constitutes valid service under W.R.C.P. Rule 5(b). Attorneys who file electronically are deemed to have agreed to accept electronic service through the system.

E-Filing Registration Information

E-Filing System URL: https://www.wyocourts.gov (check for current URL)

Registered Email for Service: [________________________________]

Practice Note: Wyoming's e-filing system requires attorneys to maintain a current email address. Failure to update contact information may result in missed service and potential default. Check the Wyoming Judicial Branch website for the most current e-filing system URL, as the system has been recently upgraded.

7. LIMITED SCOPE APPEARANCE

Complete this section only if a limited scope appearance is being entered.

Pursuant to Wyo. R. Prof. Conduct 1.2(c), the undersigned enters a limited scope appearance on behalf of [________________________________] for the following specific purposes only:

☐ Representation at the following hearing(s): [________________________________]
☐ Filing and arguing the following motion(s): [________________________________]
☐ Conducting or responding to specified discovery
☐ Attending mediation or alternative dispute resolution proceedings
☐ Trial representation for proceedings on [__/__/____]
☐ Negotiating settlement
☐ Drafting and filing specific pleading(s): [________________________________]
☐ Other specified purpose(s): [________________________________]

Scope and Duration

The limited scope representation shall:

Begin on: [__/__/____]

Terminate upon the earliest of:
☐ Completion of the specified purpose(s) described above
☐ The date of: [__/__/____]
☐ Entry of the Court's order on the specified motion(s)
☐ Conclusion of the specified hearing(s) or trial
☐ Other: [________________________________]

Client Acknowledgment

The Client has been informed in writing that:

1. The undersigned's representation is limited to the purposes stated above;
2. The Client remains responsible for all other aspects of the case;
3. Upon termination of the limited scope representation, the Client will be treated as self-represented unless other counsel enters an appearance;
4. The undersigned will seek leave of court to withdraw upon completion of the limited purpose.

Withdrawal from Limited Appearance

Important: Under Uniform Rule 102 and W.R.C.P. Rule 11(b), withdrawal from any appearance requires leave of court. The attorney must file a motion to withdraw and demonstrate that withdrawal will not prejudice the client or delay proceedings. There is no automatic termination provision for limited scope appearances under current Wyoming rules. Plan the withdrawal process in advance.

8. PRO HAC VICE ADMISSION

Complete this section only if counsel is not a member of the Wyoming State Bar.

☐ The undersigned has been admitted pro hac vice by Order dated [__/__/____].
☐ A Motion for Pro Hac Vice Admission is being filed concurrently with this Notice.

Pro Hac Vice Attorney Information

Wyoming Sponsoring Attorney

A pro hac vice attorney must associate with an active member of the Wyoming State Bar who will serve as local counsel and be present at all proceedings.

Pro Hac Vice Requirements: The applicant must: (1) be a member in good standing of the bar of another U.S. jurisdiction; (2) associate with an active member of the Wyoming State Bar; (3) file a verified motion disclosing all jurisdictions of admission and any disciplinary actions; (4) pay the required fee; (5) comply with the Wyoming Rules of Professional Conduct while practicing in Wyoming.

9. SIGNATURE BLOCK

DATED this [____] day of [________________], [________].

[________________________________]
(Firm / Organization Name)

By: ______________________________________

[________________________________]
Wyoming State Bar No. [________________________________]
Attorney for [________________________________]

[________________________________]
[________________________________]
[________________________________], Wyoming [__________]
Telephone: [________________________________]
Email: [________________________________]

10. CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE

I hereby certify that on [__/__/____], a true and correct copy of the foregoing NOTICE OF APPEARANCE was served upon each of the following counsel of record and/or unrepresented parties by the method indicated below, in accordance with W.R.C.P. Rule 5(b):

Service Recipients

Recipient 1:
| | |
|---|---|
| Name | [________________________________] |
| Address / Email | [________________________________] |
| Method | ☐ Wyoming E-Filing System ☐ Email ☐ U.S. First-Class Mail, postage prepaid ☐ Hand Delivery ☐ Facsimile: [________________________________] |

Recipient 2:
| | |
|---|---|
| Name | [________________________________] |
| Address / Email | [________________________________] |
| Method | ☐ Wyoming E-Filing System ☐ Email ☐ U.S. First-Class Mail, postage prepaid ☐ Hand Delivery ☐ Facsimile: [________________________________] |

Recipient 3:
| | |
|---|---|
| Name | [________________________________] |
| Address / Email | [________________________________] |
| Method | ☐ Wyoming E-Filing System ☐ Email ☐ U.S. First-Class Mail, postage prepaid ☐ Hand Delivery ☐ Facsimile: [________________________________] |

(Attach additional pages if needed.)

______________________________________
[________________________________]

11. E-FILING INSTRUCTIONS FOR WYOMING COURTS

Wyoming E-Filing System Procedure

1. Access the System: Navigate to the Wyoming Judicial Branch e-filing portal. Check https://www.wyocourts.gov for the current URL (the system has been recently upgraded with a new URL).
2. Register / Log In: If this is your first time using the new system, you must create a new account even if you had an account on the prior system. Use your Wyoming State Bar number during registration.
3. Select the Court: Choose the appropriate District Court by county.
4. Search for the Case: Enter the civil action number or search by party name.
5. Select Filing Type: Choose "Notice of Appearance" or the appropriate document category.
6. Upload Document: Upload the completed Notice of Appearance as a PDF.
7. Service: The e-filing system will electronically serve all registered attorneys and parties upon acceptance by the clerk.
8. Payment: Pay any applicable filing fee electronically.
9. Confirmation: Retain the e-filing confirmation receipt as proof of filing and service.

Important E-Filing Notes for Wyoming

• System Upgrade: The Wyoming Supreme Court has upgraded to a new eFiling system. All users — including those with existing accounts — must register for a new account. Verify the current system URL before filing.
• Mandatory for Attorneys: Attorneys are required to file documents electronically in Wyoming district courts under the Wyoming Rules for Electronic Filing and Service.
• Document Format: Documents must be filed as PDF files. Follow system guidelines for file size limits and formatting requirements.
• Filing Time: Documents filed electronically are deemed filed at the time of submission. Documents filed after the clerk's office closes may be deemed filed on the next business day depending on the court's local practices.
• Signatures: Under W.R.C.P. Rule 11, electronic signatures (e.g., "/s/ [Attorney Name]") are acceptable on electronically filed documents.
• Self-Represented Parties: Self-represented parties may use the e-filing system but are generally not required to do so.

12. PRACTITIONER NOTES AND WYOMING-SPECIFIC GUIDANCE

Wyoming Judicial District Overview

Wyoming is divided into 9 judicial districts encompassing all 23 counties:

Key Wyoming Practice Points

1. Uniform Rule 102 — Appearance and Withdrawal: Uniform Rule 102 for District Courts governs attorney appearances and withdrawals. An attorney enters an appearance by filing a notice of appearance, by filing a pleading on behalf of a party, or by appearing at a hearing and being noted on the record. Withdrawal requires leave of court under W.R.C.P. Rule 11(b).

2. Scheduling Orders: Wyoming district courts typically issue scheduling orders shortly after all parties have appeared. The scheduling order sets deadlines for discovery, motions, pretrial conferences, and trial. Monitor the docket for scheduling orders and comply with all deadlines.

3. Initial Case Management: Some judicial districts require an initial case management conference after appearances are entered. The parties may be required to submit a joint case management report or proposed scheduling order. Check the assigned judge's practices.

4. Responsive Pleading Deadlines: Under W.R.C.P. Rule 12(a), a responsive pleading must be served within 20 days after service of the summons and complaint (or 30 days if the State of Wyoming is a party). Entering an appearance does not change this deadline.

5. Withdrawal of Counsel: Under Uniform Rule 102 and W.R.C.P. Rule 11(b), an attorney may not withdraw without leave of court. The motion to withdraw must: (a) state the reason for withdrawal; (b) certify that the client has been notified; (c) provide the client's last known address; and (d) state whether any hearings or deadlines are pending.

6. Oil, Gas, and Mineral Litigation: Wyoming has significant natural resources litigation. Cases involving oil and gas, mineral rights, and water rights may have specialized procedural requirements and may be heard by judges with particular expertise. Check for any special rules or practices.

7. Water Rights Adjudication: Water rights cases in Wyoming may involve the Board of Control and specialized procedures under Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 41-4-501 et seq. These cases may have unique appearance and filing requirements.

8. Small Bar Considerations: Wyoming has a relatively small bar. Professional courtesy is highly valued, and attorneys are expected to cooperate in scheduling and to comply with discovery obligations without unnecessary motion practice.

9. Chancery Court: Wyoming established a Chancery Court in 2024 with jurisdiction over business entity disputes. The W.R.C.P. apply to Chancery Court proceedings. If the case is assigned to the Chancery Court, verify any specialized filing procedures.

10. Circuit Court Appeals: If the matter involves an appeal from circuit court (court of limited jurisdiction), the notice of appearance should reference both the circuit court case number and the district court appeal number.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Not registering for the new e-filing system (all users need new accounts after the system upgrade)
• Using outdated system URLs for e-filing
• Omitting the Wyoming State Bar number from the filing
• Filing in the wrong county or judicial district
• Not checking the assigned judge's scheduling practices
• Failing to comply with Uniform Rule 102 requirements for withdrawal
• Not serving all parties of record at the time of filing

SOURCES AND REFERENCES

• Wyoming Rules of Civil Procedure: https://www.wyocourts.gov/court-rules/wyoming-rules-of-civil-procedure/
• Uniform Rules for District Courts: https://www.wyocourts.gov/court-rules/uniform-rules-for-district-courts-of-the-state-of-wyoming-2/
• Wyoming Rules for Electronic Filing: https://www.wyocourts.gov
• Wyoming State Bar: https://www.wyomingbar.org
• Wyoming Judicial Branch: https://www.wyocourts.gov
• Wyoming Statutes: https://wyoleg.gov

This template is provided by ezel.ai for informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice. All legal documents should be reviewed by a licensed attorney in the applicable jurisdiction before filing.