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Training and Registration

To receive a login and password to file documents in CM/ECF, complete the steps below:
 
Step 1 - Verify that you meet the requirements
  • Do you have the ability to convert documents to PDF/A format?
  • Do you have internet access? (Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox)
  • Have you reviewed Administrative Procedures for Electronic Filing and Verification of Documents?
  • If you are an attorney, have you been admitted to practice in the District of Montana?  Information on Attorney Admissions is available here.
Step 2 - Training
 
Claims Filer
Creditor Attorney
Debtor Attorney
For assistance with filing:
  • Claims
  • Amended Claims
  • Attachments to Claims
  • Withdrawal of Claims
For assistance with filing:
  • Notice of Mortgage Payment Change
  • Notice of Postpetition Mortgage Fees, Expenses and Charges
  • Response to Notice of Final Cure Payments
  • Add/Create New Party
  • CM/ECF Search Function
For assistance with filing:
  • Motions
  • Notices
  • Attachments
  • Objections
  • New Adversary Proceeding
  • Order Upload
  • Add/Create New Party
  • CM/ECF Search Function
For assistance with filing:
  • New Bankruptcy Case
  • New Adversary Proceeding
  • Motions
  • Notices
  • Attachments
  • Objections
  • PAL Email
  • Application for Compensation
  • Add/Create New Party
  • CM/ECF Search Function
 
Step 3 - Register
 
Attorneys admitted to practice in the District of Montana can go to PACER to register for e-filing privileges.  Information on Attorney Admissions is available here.  If you are not an attorney or require limited access, you can register for a non-attorney e-filing account through PACER.  If you have questions or need assistance with registration, please contact the PACER Service Center at (800) 676-6856 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or by email at pacer@psc.uscourts.gov.
 
PLEASE ALLOW 24 HOURS AFTER REGISTERING WITH PACER FOR THE COURT TO REVIEW AND APPROVE YOUR REQUEST.  WHEN APPROVED, OR IF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IS REQUIRED, AN EMAIL WILL BE SENT TO THE EMAIL ADDRESS PROVIDED DURING REGISTRATION.