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Motion

Updated 11/18/2020

Step 1 - Prepare Motion

When preparing your motion, be sure to include:

  • Your name, address and contact information;
  • The case name and number;
  • Title of your motion; and
  • Explanation of the relief sought (i.e., what you are asking the court to do).

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

Step 2 - Sign Document

Sign your motion 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 Motion

  • 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 Motion. 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.

  • Click Choose File or Browse and attach the PDF of your motion.  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.

 

  • In the box, describe your motion.

For example:

  • The docket text displays, allowing additional information.  If appropriate, select a pre-text option and/or type titles of additional documents attached in the free text box. Click Next.

For example, if you are attaching exhibits, type Exhibits in the free text box. 

  • 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.