Appearance
Last Updated: July 10, 2006
There are 3 possible scenarios when an appearance is filed;
Scenario 1 - appearance is filed on behalf of the attorney logged in.
Scenario 2 - appearance is filed on behalf of attorney(s) other than the attorney logged in.
Scenario 3 - appearance is filed on behalf of attorney logged in and other attorneys.
During the filing process you will be prompted to complete a text box according to who your appearance is being filed on behalf of.
Step-by-Step Procedures:
Enter case number and click Next
Select Appearance from event pick list and click Next
If attorney represents the party selected, click the box to create the association
If attorney does not represent the party selected, do not click the box
Click Next
The PDF Document selection screen will display.
Click Browse button and navigate to locate the appropriate document/file
View file to verify the correct file is being selected
Click Open button and filename will appear in the browse window
Click Next
The following statement will appear;
Do not complete this field if filing the appearance only for yourself. If filing this appearance for an attorney other than yourself, or for yourself and others, enter the name(s) of the attorney(s).
Complete the text box according to your filing
Click Next
The Modify Text screen will display. Click down arrow to select a prefix if applicable.
Click Next
The Final Text screen will display. This is your final opportunity to modify the entry before submitting the filing.
Verify the accuracy of the docket text. If not correct/if correct
Click Next to complete filing process
The Notice of Electronic Filing will display. It is the verification that the filing has been sent electronically to the court.
Copies of this notice and the document filed are emailed to all participants who receive electronic notification in the case. You have a period of 15 days for a one time free look at the document filed.