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 an adversary case, click here.
STEP 1 Click on Bankruptcy
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 you selected Add/Create New Party, a Search screen and a Party Information screen will follow. You MUST select a Role Type from the drop down menu on the Party Information screen.
TIP - If this is the first time you are appearing on behalf of this party, you will be asked to place a check in the box to create an association. Failure to place a check in the box results in the e:filer NOT 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.