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miscellaneous document

Updated 11/18/2020

Step 1 - Prepare Document

When preparing your document, be sure to include:

  • Your name, address and contact information;
  • The case name and number; and
  • Title of your document.

You may also choose to use the bankruptcy caption form or adversary proceeding caption form. 

Step 2 - Sign Document

Be sure to sign the document or type your name on the signature line of the caption form.  

Step 3 - Scan Document or Print to PDF

CM/ECF will accept only PDF documents. Make sure you have a PDF version of your document saved on your computer.

Step 4 - Login to CM/ECF

  • At the login screen, enter your Login and Password, and read the Important Notice of Redaction Responsibility.  Check the box to confirm you understand it and click Login.

Step 5 - File Document

  • After logging in to CM/ECF, select Bankruptcy or Adversary from the blue main menu bar and then select Pro Se Events.
  • Enter the Case Number.  Click Next.
  • A list of available events displays. Select miscellaneous document. It will display on the right, in the Selected Event box.  Click Next.

  • The next screen gives you the option to select attorneys. Do not make a selection. Click Next. Click OK at the Note that you have not selected an attorney.

  • A list of case participants displays. Your name should already be listed. Select it and click Next.

  • Click Choose File or Browse and attach the PDF of your document. Click Next when done.

You should always view your document to ensure you are selecting the correct one. To view it, browse to the desired PDF document and right-click the file name.  Select Open and the file will open for viewing.

 

  • Type the title of your document. Click Next when done.

For example, if you are filing a statement, type it in the box.

  • The docket text displays, allowing additional information. If appropriate, type titles of additional documents attached in the free text box. Click Next.

  • The final docket text displays.  This is your final opportunity to modify your filing.  Carefully review the docket entry.  If you need to make a change, use your browser's back button to return to the appropriate screen.  If correct, click Next to submit.

  • The Notice of Electronic Filing (NEF) displays.  It is confirmation of the filing in the court's database.  The NEF is emailed to the registered parties in the case and includes the text of the docket entry, the unique electronic document stamp, a list of the case participants receiving e-mail notification of the filing, and a hyperlink to the document(s) filed.