To litigate your case in federal court you will need to follow the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and the District of Rhode Island Local Rules.

Federal Rules

• Federal Rules of Civil Procedure
• Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure

Local Rules

• U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island Local Rules

Other Resources 

• Notice to Counsel and Pro Se Litigants
• RI Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
• RI Legal Services