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Response

Updated 11/18/2020

Step 1 - Prepare Response

When preparing your response, be sure to include:

  • Your name, address and contact information;
  • The case name and number;
  • Title of your document;
  • Details of your response (i.e., whether you agree or disagree, and why)

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

Step 2 - Sign Document

Sign your 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 the response 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 Response

  • 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 Response.  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 notice.  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 response. Click Next when done.

For example, if you are opposing a motion to dismiss, type that in the box.

  • An instructional message displays.  Read it carefully and click Next.

  • Select all categories. Left-click "answer" and drag to the bottom of the list. Click Next.

  • Check the box(es) for the document to which you are responding.  For example, if you are opposing the motion to dismiss, check the box for "10".

  • 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 that it the 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.