Support

Support documents should be uploaded as attachments to initiating pleadings.  This event is used to e:file supporting documents separately.

For instructions on filing a Support in a bankruptcy case, click here.

STEP 1           Click on Adversary

STEP 2           Click on Misc. Events

STEP 3           Enter case number; click [NEXT]

STEP 4           Select Support from drop down list; click [NEXT]

STEP 5           If this is a joint filing, place a check in the box and click [NEXT].  If this is not a joint filing, click [NEXT] to skip this screen.

STEP 6           Select the Party or click  Add/Create New Party

TIP - If this is the first time you are appearing on behalf of this party, you will be asked to create an association between the attorney and client on the next screen as shown below:

Please be aware that unchecking the association check box will prevent you from receiving Notices of Electronic Filing in this case.

STEP 7           Upload the .pdf document; click [NEXT]

TIP - Supporting documents such as a Certificate of Service or a Proposed Order should be uploaded as an attachment to the main pleading.

STEP 8          Select the category to which this event relates and enter the type of support in the Support Document Type field; click [NEXT]

STEP 9          Place a check in the box next to the appropriate event; click [NEXT]

STEP 10        Confirm case information; click [NEXT]

STEP 11        Docket text displays.  Review for accuracy.  If modification is necessary, abort the transaction and begin again.  Modifications cannot be made on this screen.

SAMPLE DOCKET TEXT

[Free Text] in support of (related document title and #) filed by Test Attorney on behalf of Test Client. (test atty)

STEP 12        Notice of Electronic Filing displays.