CM/ECF Frequently Asked Questions


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I have a box full of exhibits. Must they all be filed electronically?

The Court permits documents that are too large, or that can not be converted to PDF to be filed on paper. See CM/ECF Administrative Procedures, Section M

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* I filed an answer that included two other attorneys from my firm, but their names do not appear on the docket. Why?

* I filed an Immigration or Naturalization petition, but can not see the case through PACER. Why?

* I filed an appearance in a case, but have since the left the firm. What do I need to do to stop receiving notices?

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* What should we do when an attorney leaves the firm?

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* I registered for ECF and have begun to receive e-mails with the Notice of Electronic Filing but I have not received a login and password yet. What do I do?

* I'm unable to print a pdf document, it only asks me to name it. Why?

* What happens when I am on vacation and I don't have access to e-mail?

* How do I file documents filed as part of the mediation process?

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* I am having problems logging in with the information that was provided to me. Every time I type in the password, the system tells me that it is incorrect or that I can cancel or continue. Can you please check my account and let me know why I keep getting an error when I use it.

* I am admitted pro hac vice? May I register to use CM/ECF?

* I tried to file a document but it says "format not recognized". What am I doing wrong?




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