Attorneys who are members in good standing with the District of New Jersey may register to file documents electronically. Attorneys who are not members of the New Jersey bar must associate with local counsels who are registered filing users in ECF. Pro hac vice attorneys may not register as ECF filing users.
To register to file documents electronically with the District of New Jersey via the CM/ECF system, you must take the following steps:
1. Register for a PACER account at the PACER service center.
2. Familiarize yourself with the E-Filing Policies and Procedures Manual. You need to follow the policies and procedures outlined in the manual when e-filing in the District of New Jersey.
3. Please submit your registration via PACER.
Note: Once we have received your ECF Registration request, we will process your registration within two weeks.