Electronic Case Filing

/ɪˌlɛkˈtrɑnɪk keɪs ˈfaɪlɪŋ/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The system or process of submitting, managing, and storing legal documents in digital form through a court’s electronic platform.
    The attorney completed electronic case filing to submit the motion.

Forms

  • electronic case filing
  • electronic case filings

Commentary

Electronic case filing streamlines case administration by reducing paper use and enabling real-time access to court documents.

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