File this under “Things They Don’t Teach You In Law School”: The nuances pertaining to the electronic case filing (ECF) system in the D.C. District Court.

Sure, it may seem like a no-brainer and you’ve probably used the ECF system in other jurisdictions, but there are certain exceptions, requirements and ways to handle a computer meltdown that are applicable to the district court.

So, here are five things to remember when e-filing your documents.

If you have any problems with the ECF system or need clarification on the rules, contact the D.C. District Court’s Clerk’s Office at (202) 354-3080.

Related Resources:

  • Rules of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia (D.C. District Court)
  • Fee Hikes and Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure Amended (FindLaw’s U.S. Fourth Circuit Blog)
  • 3 Quick Tips For New 10th Circuit Attorneys (FindLaw’s Tenth Circuit Blog)

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