Welcome to Electronic Case Filing 101

The Electronic Case Filing (ECF) Tutorial is designed for attorneys and law firm staff interested in learning how to use the CM/ECF system. Through guided practice, using generic simulated CM/ECF screens and actions, you will learn how to file pleadings and other materials using the CM/ECF system.

The tutorial is divided into four modules, each of which contains sections that guide you through specific CM/ECF functions for civil and criminal filings.

If you are a new CM/ECF user, you should begin with1: Orientation and continue to the end of 4: Miscellaneous. This is a self-paced tutorial: at any point you can bookmark your place and return when and where it is convenient to you. The entire tutorial will take you a little over one hour to complete.

To begin, select one of the section links below.


1: Orientation

2: Criminal Filings

3: Civil Filings

4: Reports

CM/ECF

Tutorial

Navigation

Motions

Responses

Notices

Service

Waivers

Trial

Pleadings

Other

Appeal

Complaints

Answers

Motions

Responses

Docket Sheet

Civil Cases

Judgment Index

Criminal Cases

Queries

       
Miscellaneous:       Frequently Asked Questions          Privacy Issues          PDF Documents          PACER