Updated 11/11/20
Relating documents greatly assists those reviewing a case docket in finding all documents that concern a particular motion or other matter. In addition, documents that have been related appear on various reports used by the judge and law clerks in preparing for both hearing and non-hearing matters.
When creating a relation, you may be presented with a list of categories to which to relate your document.
- To select more than one category, hold the Ctrl button while clicking.
- To select all categories, left-click and drag to the bottom of the list.
- If you know the docket is long, you have the option to narrow the range of docket entries by entering Filed dates or Document numbers.
- Click Next when done.
When the list of all applicable docket entries displays, check the box for each docket entry that should relate to the current filing. Make sure to review the Relation Guidelines at the bottom of this page.
Relation Guidelines
Follow these general guidelines when relating documents:
| IF FILING: | THEN RELATE TO: |
|---|---|
| Notice of Hearing | Motion, application or objection being heard |
| Supporting documents (e.g., Declaration, Affidavit, Memorandum) | Underlying motion, application or objection |
| Response | Underlying motion, application or objection AND the document to which you are responding |
| Certificate of Service | Document(s) served |
| Amended Motion | Original motion |
| Motion to Modify Confirmed Plan | Order confirming plan |
| Withdrawal of Motion, Objection or Other Document | Document being withdrawn |
| Request for Audio Recording | Minutes of the hearing you wish reproduced |
| Transcript Request | Minutes of the hearing you wish transcribed |
| Notice of Appeal | Order being appealed OR minutes of the hearing at which the announcement of the decision or order was made |
If you cannot continue because there is no list of documents or the document you need is not included, contact the ECF Help Desk at (808) 523-7373 for assistance.