United States District Court for the District of Utah

1. United States District Court for the District of Utah • Welcome to ECF Attorney Training. • Please make sure you have picked up all materials located at the front of the room. • Choose a computer and get comfortable. • We will begin shortly.

2. This seminar provides attorneys and their staff with the knowledge needed to file on the electronic filing system. Topics we will cover today include: • How to file documents electronically • How to retrieve electronically filed documents • How to receive electronic notice of filings • What to do with material that can not be filed electronically • What to do if you have difficulties filing electronically • Legal issues including: electronic signatures, noticing and retention of original documents and system requirements

3. What is CM/ECF? • Internet-based document filing system • User-friendly • Allows attorneys to electronically file pleadings with the Court • Electronic filings are immediately placed on the Court’s official docket sheet • Electronic notification of all filings • Any modern PC with Internet access and web browser software can access CM/ECF

4. What are the benefits of CM/ECF? • Electronic access to case files via the Internet 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. • Automatic e-mail notification of case activity. • Reduction in mail, courier and copy fees. • Fewer “last minute” trips to the Court.

5. At the end of this class you will be able to: • File documents electronically • View electronically filed documents • Explain rules for electronic signatures, noticing, and retention of original documents

6. Review of Packet Contents (brought with you) • Administrative Procedures Civil and Criminal • E-mail addresses for new civil cases (p. 9) • E-mail Complaint and Civil Cover Sheet and summons in PDF format. Remember to include phone number. • Clerk will call for credit card number • You will receive e-mail notice when case is open • Summons will be printed, issued and mailed to you Chambers e-mail addresses are also on page 9

7. Review of Packet Contents (brought with you) • User Manual • Help Desk contact information (p. 4) • System requirements (p. 5) • What is a PDF and why are we using them? • PDF stands for Portable Document Format • It is an easily viewable and shareable document that preserves the appearance and formatting of the original document PACER - you must have a PACER account to access any case dockets or documents

8. Review of Packet Contents (we provided) • Civil and Criminal Events Lists • Helpful Hints • Quick-reference for Utah Information Regarding DocKeting DifferenceS (QUIRKS) • Attorney Issues • No combination documents • Docket pleadings in proper order • Docket in correct case - or main case in consolidated • Terming Deadlines • Extra text • Filing paper documents with the Court • Sealed Motion vs. Motion to Seal - Make sure wording is clear on document as to whether it is sealed or is requesting to seal another document

9. Review of Packet Contents (we provided) • Privacy Policy - Attorney is responsible for redacting • CM/ECF Assistance Quick List • Top 10 E-Filer Problems • Documents Not E-Filed • Scanning Tips • CM/ECF Glossary • Sealed Events/Documents • CM/ECF E-Filers Checklist • PDF Documents - Text vs. Scanned • How to Split a PDF • Notice regarding Staples and Tabs - pleasedistribute • E-mail Summary vs. Individual E-Mails • Registration Form

10. Registration Process • Must be active and paid member of the Utah federal court • Must meet training requirements - this class is one of those • Submit Registration Form with original signature to the Court • Court will mail user name and password to you • User name will be up to six letters of last name, initial of first and middle name • Password is randomly generated and can be changed by contacting the Court • By registering you are consenting to only receive notice via e-mail (see #5 on registration form.)