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FAQs: attorney

  • I can't seem to log in to CM/ECF. What am I doing wrong?

    On August 26, 2019, the Western District of Michigan went live on the NextGen version of CM/ECF.  NextGen changed the login requirements.  Refer to the additional information regarding NextGen.

  • How do I file an appeal?

    An appeal may be filed
    1) electronically by registered e-filers,
    2) in person, or
    3) by mail at any Clerk's Office location within the Western District of Michigan (make the check payable to "Clerk, U.S. District Court").

    The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals will send out a package upon receipt of the Notice of Appeal with the appeal case number and briefing schedule.

    Notice of Appeal Filing Fee - Click here for fee amount.

  • How do I file documents under seal?

    Refer to W.D. Mich. LCivR 10.6 or LCrR 49.8, as applicable, regarding sealed documents.

  • Should discovery material be filed with the Clerk's Office?

    No. Refer to  W.D. Mich. LCivR 5.3 regarding discovery materials.

  • What is the procedure for scheduling a hearing?

    For a dispositive motion, refer to W.D. Mich. LCivR 7.2(d) and for a nondispositive motion, refer to W.D. Mich. LCivR 7.3(d).

  • In which divisional office should I file pleadings for my existing case?

    All attorneys must file and serve documents electronically.  Refer to W.D. Mich. LCivR 5.7 and W.D. Mich. LCrR 49.10.  Parties that are not registered e-filers may file documents by mail or in person at any of our offices located in Grand Rapids, Marquette, Kalamazoo and Lansing.

  • In which divisional office should I file my complaint?

    Under LCivR 5.7(c), all attorneys must submit complains and other initial pleadings in civil cases electronically.  Unrepresented parties must file initial pleadings on paper, which may be submitted by mail or in person at any office located in Grand Rapids, Marquette, Kalamazoo and Lansing.

  • How do I file a Notice of Removal?

    Follow the instructions for opening a civil case.  Additional requirements for removal cases include:

    • Attach to the Notice of Removal document the:
      • State Court Summons and Complaint, and
      • Notice of Filing Notice of Removal (the document that was directed to the State Court)
  • How do I file a complaint?

    PRO SE LITIGANT
    A complaint may be filed in person or by mail at any Clerk's Office location within the Western District of Michigan. Filing requirements are as follows:

    • Civil Cover Sheet
    • Summonses directed to each defendant
    • Complaint (one original and one copy)
    • Filing Fee - Check made payable to "Clerk, U.S. District Court." Click here for fee amount.

     

    ATTORNEYS
    Under LCivR 5.7(c), attorneys must submit complaints and other initial pleadings in civil cases electronically.

  • If an attorney is admitted to practice in the Eastern District of Michigan, are they automatically admitted to practice in the Western District of Michigan?

    No. Attorneys must be admitted to practice in each court. To seek admission to the Western District of Michigan, please review the Attorney Admission and Registration page.

  • How does an attorney become a member of the bar of this court?
  • How does an attorney change his/her address?

    If the change of address will affect a case, (1) e-file a notice of change of address in that case and (2) update your contact information through your PACER account, under Manage My Account.

    If the change of address does not impact a case, update your contact information through your PACER account, under Manage My Account.

  • How does an attorney obtain a Certificate of Good Standing?

    A Certificate of Good Standing may be requested from the Clerk’s Office electronically.  Refer to the instructions.