CM/ECF Frequently Asked Questions


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

Online access to documents in these cases are limited to counsel of record. To view the documents online, first log into CM/ECF and then open the email message.

Related Topics:
* Is CM/ECF mandatory?

* How do I pay my filing fee?

* What documents can not be filed electronically?

* I need a summons. What do I do?

* Where is the Notice of Removal entry?

* What if I'm having computer problems?

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

* What if I think I have an ECF account, but don't know my login and password?

* I registered for ECF but I have not received a login and password. How can I check on this?

* How do I sign my documents?

* I am filing a civil case with many parties. Do I add them all?

* 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?

* How do I link my PACER account to my ECF account?

* May I add a client's email address to my account?

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

* What if I don't know how to use the system?

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

* Local Rule requires a Certificate of Service, but how do I know who I have to serve by paper?

* Can you change my or my associate's email address for me?

* I receive e-mails from the Court, but I just can't read the body of the message. What's wrong?

* I think I have a login and password, but I can't remember it. Should I re-register and submit the online form?

* How do I know what entry to use?

* The law firm I work for is merging with another firm. How do I update my contact information?

* How do I file a new civil case?

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

* 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 have filed a notice of appearance but I'm not receiving notices. How do I fix this?

* What if I make a mistake when filing a document?

* How do I get a summons when I file a new case?

* How do I sign and file an affidavit?

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

* How do I file my executed summons?

* What if I haven't yet applied for an account?

* I am changing firms. Do I need to establish a new e-filing login and password?

* What is CM/ECF?

* May I file a notice of appearance for another attorney?

* I filed a Social Security appeal, but can not see the case through PACER. Why?

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

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

* Do I need to use a client code when logging into PACER or ECF?

* I filed a document that requires a fee, but failed to make the payment. What do I do?

* How do I register for Electronic Case Filing (ECF) in the District of Massachusetts?




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