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Electronic Case Filing (CM/ECF)

Electronic Case Filing Log-In	FOR ATTORNEYS WHO HAVE NOT YET BEEN APPROVED TO FILE NEW CASES ELECTRONICALLY If you have a case and/or initiating pleading that requires immediate filing, please file it in paper form manually. If you wish to file it electronically, contact the Clerk's Office and inform them that time is of the essence. However, there is no guarantee that you will be allowed rights to file new cases and file initiating pleadings within one business day.

General Information
CM/ECF Brochure (PDF)
How to setup e-mail notification
Attorney’s Perspective Video
Criminal Events in ECF (PDF)
Civil Events in ECF (PDF)
PACER Support
Frequently Asked Questions

Registration/Training
Account Registration
New Case Opening Training for Attorneys

New Case Training Guides:
New Case Filing Guide
New Case Help Sheet
Guide Appendix A - Cause of Action Codes
Guide Appendix B - Party Naming Standards

Manuals
Civil/Criminal Cases-Electronic Filing Policies and Procedures Manual (PDF)
Attorney's Manual (PDF)

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