ECF Tips
  • Review ECF manual for assistance
    Click here for the attorney user's guide
    Click here for the creditor user's guide
  • Electronic Declaration
    (Local Rule Form 1) This declaration must be received by the court within five days of filing the petition per Local Rule 1008-1(b)
    The original declaration must be either mailed or hand-delivered to the Clerk's Office.
    Do not file this declaration electronically.
  • Electronic Signatures
    All documents must contain electronic signatures of the party or parties per Local Rule 1008-1(a).
    example: s/John Q. Doe
  • Scanning Documents
    Your scanning software should be configured to the following settings:
    resolution: 150 or 200 dpi
    text: black/white or bitmap (no color)
    Please proofread to ensure legibility BEFORE filing the document.
  • Motions for Relief from Stay
    Movers should include documentation confirming that the mover is authorized to enforce the note.
    Ex-parte Motion for Relief from Stay Orders with the waiver of a 10 day period should not be routinely submitted.
  • Debtor's Change of Address
    Always remember to keep addresses current with the court. If you move and fail to change your address, you will not receive notices from the court which could result in dismissal of your case.
 

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