End User s Guide. Electronic Filing

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1 End User s Guide Electronic Filing Rev: August 2014

2 This end user s guide has been skillfully created by smartech.net through meetings with the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County and Online Information Services. WEB DEVELOPMENT l APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT l FIELD SERVICE l PROJECT MANAGEMENT PAGE 2

3 Table of Contents I. Introduction... 9 II. Registration New User Registration Account Type Selection ARDC Number Retrieval Verification Code Entry Registration Information Registration Confirmation Confirmation Account Verification III. Log In Registered User Login IV. Home Page V. Fee Schedule Clerk s Fee Schedule Convenience Fee Electronic Payment Fee VI Notifications VII. My Account My Account Menu VIII. Last 50 Filings Last 50 Filings IX. Search a Filing by Litigant s Name Search a Filing by Name Name Search Results X. Search a Filing by Case Number PAGE 3

4 Search by Case Number XI. Update Account Update Account Links Update Personal Information Change Address Change Password Change Alternative s Credit Card Administrator Credit Card Administrator (cont d) Credit Card Administrator (cont d) Credit Card Administrator (cont d) Credit Card Administrator (cont d) Updating Stored Credit Card Procedures Updating Stored Credit Card Procedures (cont d) Updating Stored Credit Card Procedures (cont d) Updating Stored Credit Card Procedures (cont d) Updating Stored Credit Card Procedures (cont d) Updating Stored Credit Card Procedures (cont d) Updating Stored Credit Card Procedures (cont d) Select Recurring Party Type Create Individual Recurring Party Create Business Recurring Party Update Additional Cook County Attorney Codes Update Additional Cook County Attorney Codes Search Attorney Update Additional Cook County Attorney Codes Confirmation Add Electronic Service XII. Payment History Payment History for all Cases Filed Payment History Search Results PAGE 4

5 Payment History Details Link XIII. Initiate Individual Complaint Initiate Individual Complaint Initiate Individual Complaint (cont d) Case Information Type Case Information Type (cont d) Case Information Type (cont d) Add Plaintiff Add Plaintiff Confirmation Defendant s Service Type Add Defendant Document Type Upload Complaint Document View Complaint Document Filing Summary Filing Fees Summary File and Pay Filing Fees Alternate Payment Screen Enter One-Time Payment Stored Payment Credit Card Receipt efile Receipt Home Page with Case Bulk File Complaints Bulk File Case Initiation Step Bulk File Case Initiation Step Bulk File Case Initiation Step 2 (cont d) Bulk File Case Initiation Step 3 Add Parties Bulk File Case Initiation Step 3 Add Parties (cont d) PAGE 5

6 Bulk File Case Initiation Step 3 Add Parties (cont d) Bulk File Case Initiation Step 4 Upload Documents XIV. Filing an Appeal File an Appeal File an Appeal (cont d) Upload Document(s) XV. Motion Scheduling Motion Scheduling Schedule Queue Cases that have yet to be given a Scheduled Date Schedule Motion Selection of a Motion Scheduled Date Scheduled Motion Selection of Next Available Motion Scheduled Date Scheduled Results Scheduled Receipt Schedule Queue Return to the Motion Filed Screen Schedule Queue Cases that have been Scheduled for a Specific Date Schedule Queue Cases that have both Scheduled and not Scheduled cases Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 1 (cont d) Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 1 (cont d) Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 1 (cont d) Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 3 (cont d) Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 3 (cont d) Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 3 (cont d) Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 4 (cont d) Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 4 (cont d) Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 5 (cont d) PAGE 6

7 Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 5 (cont d) Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 5 (cont d) Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 5 (cont d) Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 5 (cont d) Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 5 (cont d) Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 5 (cont d) Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 5 (cont d) Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 5 (cont d) Search Case Number Verify Case Information Choose Party(s) to File Appearance Upload Document(s) Review Appearance Summary Review Filing Fees Payment Screen Credit Card Receipt efile Receipt XVI. Filing a Pleading File a Pleading Bulk Pleadings - Third Party Complaint Bulk Pleadings - Third Party Complaint (cont d) Bulk Pleadings - Third Party Complaint - Step Bulk Pleadings - Third Party Complaint - Step Bulk Pleadings - Third Party Complaint - Step Bulk Pleadings - Third Party Complaint - Step Bulk Pleadings - Third Party Complaint - Step 4 (cont d) Bulk Pleadings - Third Party Complaint - Step Bulk Pleadings - Third Party Complaint - Step 5 (cont d) Bulk Pleadings - Third Party Complaint - Step 5 (cont d) PAGE 7

8 Bulk Pleadings - Third Party Complaint - Step 5 (cont d) Bulk Pleadings - Alias Summons Bulk Pleadings - Alias Summons - Step Bulk Pleadings - Alias Summons - Step Bulk Pleadings - Alias Summons - Step Bulk Pleadings Alias Summons - Step 4 (cont d) Bulk Pleadings Alias Summons - Step 4 (cont d) Bulk Pleadings Alias Summons - Step 4 (cont d) Bulk Pleadings Alias Summons - Step 4 (cont d) Bulk Pleadings Alias Summons - Step Bulk Pleadings Alias Summons - Step 5 (cont d) Bulk Pleadings Alias Summons - Step 5 (cont d) Bulk Pleadings Alias Summons - Step 5 (cont d) Bulk Pleadings General Filings Bulk Pleadings General Filings - Step 1 and Bulk Pleadings General Filings - Step 2 (cont d) Bulk Pleadings General Filings - Step Bulk Pleadings General Filings - Step Bulk Pleadings General Filings - Step 4 (cont d) Bulk Pleadings General Filings - Step 4 (cont d) Bulk Pleadings General Filings - Step 4 (cont d) PAGE 8

9 I. INTRODUCTION Electronic Filing (efiling) provides an opportunity for attorneys or self-represented litigants to efficiently upload and file court documents with the Circuit Court of Cook County through the Internet using a standard web browser. Attorneys, as well as the individual registered to file documents, can access previously filed documents through the website. Additionally, motions may be filed and scheduled on electronically filed cases. PAGE 9

10 II. REGISTRATION All users must register before electronically filing a case. New User Registration Figure 1: Registration Screen As a new user, click on the Register text link to register as a new user or as a selfrepresented litigant. A valid address is required for registration. PAGE 10

11 Account Type Selection Figure 2: Account (User) Type Selection Screen Select from the two account type options: o Attorney o Representing Yourself (Pro Se) If registering as an attorney, a 7-digit ARDC (Attorney Registration Disciplinary Commission) number is required (i.e., Attorney Registration & Disciplinary Commission). o If unaware of your ARDC number, click on the link next to the ARDC field. PAGE 11

12 ARDC Number Retrieval Figure 3: ARDC Retrieval Screen A pop-up will appear with the contact information for ARDC retrieval. PAGE 12

13 Verification Code Entry Figure 4: Verification Code Screen Enter the verification code. Note: It is case sensitive. Click on the Next button to proceed. Field Name Account (User) Type ARDC Verification Code Enter Verification Code Description This field differentiates between an attorney and a pro-se filer. This is a unique number assigned to each attorney from the Illinois Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission. A captcha is a type of test used to ensure that the response is not generated by a computer. Enter the captcha as seen on the screen. It is case sensitive. This code is used to prevent hackers from gaining access to the system. PAGE 13

14 Registration Information Figure 5: Registrant Information Screen Field Name User ID Retype Password Retype Password Description Create a unique sequence of characters as to identify oneself when logging into the system. User ID is a one-minimum and eight-maximum character field. Enter an electronic mail address where you wish to receive notifications. Retype address to confirm the was not typed in incorrectly. To prevent other people from using your account via your user ID, create a password. Passwords must be six-characters with at least one number. A password allows you and only you to access the computer system through your user ID. Retype password to confirm the password was not typed in incorrectly. PAGE 14

15 First Middle Last Suffix Address City State Zip Phone Fax Firm Cc: Terms & Conditions Enter the first name as it appears on the attorney s ARDC card. If pro se, enter the First, Middle and Last name. A suffix provides additional information about the person. Enter the suffix that follows a person s full name. Enter the location of the home or office. Enter the 10 digit number assigned by the local phone company. This field is optional; enter the 10 digit fax number assigned by the local phone company. Enter the law firm associated with. Enter the addresses of individual(s) that you would want to receive a copy of notifications received from the court. Select the checkbox referencing agreement and review of the specifications and provisions provided by the court in using the electronic filing application. It is required to acknowledge the terms and conditions. As an optional benefit, individuals may be copied (cc:) as to inform them of any notices sent by the court. Note: Correspondence will be sent as notifications for all transactions concerning your cases. Click on the Next button to proceed. PAGE 15

16 Registration Confirmation Figure 6: Registration Confirmation Screen A notice appears and confirmation is sent. To confirm your registration, click on the confirmation link contained within the sent by the Clerk of the Circuit Court, subject Cook County efile User Registration. Note: One cannot login to the efiling system, until this step is completed. PAGE 16

17 Confirmation CLICK Figure 7: Confirmation Example The above is an example of the confirmation sent by the Clerk of the Circuit Court s Office. Confidential efiling information will be displayed on this notification. Click on the link at the bottom of the message to confirm registration. PAGE 17

18 Account Verification Figure 8: Account Verification Screen Verify the account information. Note: Print this page for your records. Click Complete the Registration button to finalize registration. o One more link that appears, Click here to begin efiling, will direct you to the efile website. PAGE 18

19 III. LOG IN Registered User Login Figure 9: Registered User Login Screen Enter User ID and Password to login. If the password is forgotten, click on the Forgot Password link within the login box. PAGE 19

20 IV. HOME PAGE Figure 10: Home Page Screen After logging in, the first page displayed is the Home Page. o This page will display the last five filings and s for the user logged in. On the right side of the navigation bar, there are the following three links: o Fee Schedule o o My Account PAGE 20

21 V. FEE SCHEDULE Clerk s Fee Schedule Figure 11: Fee Schedule Screen The fee schedule link directs the User to the Clerk s website and displays all related filing fees. The fee schedule is a list of statutory fees that the Clerk s Office must charge for filings and services. PAGE 21

22 Convenience Fee Figure 12: Convenience Fee Screen PAGE 22

23 Electronic Payment Fee Figure 13: Electronic Payment Fee Screen PAGE 23

24 VI. To view Notifications click on the following Navigation Bar link: . Notifications Figure 14: Notifications Screen The link tracks all notifications sent to the Filer s personal address from the Clerk of the Circuit Court s Office. Field Subject Case Number Date Description Subject line describes the . The case number is the number assigned to a case once it has been approved by the Clerk s Office. This case number is a number in which the Clerk s office tracks a case through the court system. This is the date and time the case was accepted by the Clerk of the Circuit Court s Office. PAGE 24

25 VII. MY ACCOUNT To view My Account menu, click on the following Navigation Bar links: My Account My Account Menu Figure 15: My Account Menu Screen The following options appear under the My Account Menu Screen: o Last 50 Filings o My Filings Search Name Search Case o Update Account o Payment History o efile Receipt History PAGE 25

26 VIII. LAST 50 FILINGS To view My Account menu, click on the following Navigation Bar links: My Account > Last 50 Filings Last 50 Filings Figure 16: Last 50 Filings Screen The link tracks the last 50 cases filed. PAGE 26

27 IX. SEARCH A FILING BY LITIGANT S NAME To search a filing by party name click on the following Navigation Bar links: My Account > My Filings > Search Name. Search a Filing by Name Figure 17: Search Filing by Name Screen This feature allows users to search the database by name for cases that have been electronically filed by the user name. Enter Party Name and choose party. Click on the Search button to get search results. PAGE 27

28 Name Search Results Figure 18: Name Search Results Screen Field Name Division/District Case Number Party Type Description The name of the person one is trying to locate a case number for. This is the Division/District where the case was filed. This is the number stamped on the document when a filing has been accepted by the Clerk of the Circuit Court s Office. Each case filed is given a unique number. The case number consists of the following format: Year of filing, the Division/District where the case was filed, and a six-digit number (012345). This field identifies the role of party in the case. The party type identifies whether the name you are searching for is either the Plaintiff or Defendant in the case. PAGE 28

29 X. SEARCH A FILING BY CASE NUMBER To search a filing by case number, click on the following Navigation Bar links: My Account > My Filings > Search Case. Search by Case Number Figure 19: Search Filing by Case Number Screen This feature allows the user to search the database for specific case numbers filed by the filer. Enter a Case Number and select the total number of case results to display per page. Click on the Search button to get search results. PAGE 29

30 XI. UPDATE ACCOUNT To view the Update Account links below, click on the following Navigation Bar links: My Account > Update Accounts. Update Account Links Figure 20: Links Screen This link will lead you to the update region were you can change any of the following account information on: o Update Personal Information o Change Address o Change Password o Change Alternative s o Change UserID o Recurring Parties o Update Additional Cook County Attorney Codes PAGE 30

31 Update Personal Information Figure 21: Update Personal Information Screen The user may update any information that might have changed due to, but not limited to: a change of work location, a change in fax number, or phone number, etc. The following personal information can be updated: o First Name o Middle Name o Last Name o Address o Phone & Fax numbers o Firm Name o Firm User Type Click the Submit button to store the updated information. Click the Cancel button to terminate any changes. PAGE 31

32 Change Address Figure 22: Change Address Screen Enter an updated address. It is imperative that the filer s address is active. Without the current address, the filer will not receive case information notifications. (This lack of notification can result in your case being dismissed by the courts.) Click on the Submit button to save changes. Click on the Cancel button to terminate changes. PAGE 32

33 Change Password Figure 23: Change Password Screen Occasionally, the user may want to change his/her password for security reasons. To achieve this, the user will key in his/her current password. This is used to inform the system that the user is you. You will then key in a completely different password and then retype the new password to confirm that they are exact. Click on the Submit button to save changes. Click on the Cancel button to terminate changes. PAGE 33

34 Change Alternative s Figure 24: Change Alternative s Screen The Carbon Copy feature allows other users (such as an assistant, paralegal, etc.) to have notifications sent to them from the court. This function allows the filer to change any of the carbon copy recipients. Click on the Submit button to save changes. Click on the Cancel button to terminate changes. PAGE 34

35 Credit Card Administrator Figure 25: Credit Card Administrator Screen To create a New Stored Credit Card Procedure Account, the administrator will log into the efile system. They will then go to the My Account drop down and select Update Account to proceed to the next screen. PAGE 35

36 Credit Card Administrator (cont d) Figure 26: Credit Card Administrator Screen (cont d) The administrator will then select Manage Personal Payment Accounts and click on the icon to proceed to the next screen. PAGE 36

37 Credit Card Administrator (cont d) Figure 27: Credit Card Administrator (cont d) Screen The administrator will now be required to enter the valid credit card information including the full name and billing address of the credit card holder. The filer will also need to add a valid phone number address and a nickname for the credit card. PAGE 37

38 Credit Card Administrator (cont d) Figure 28: Credit Card Administrator (cont d) Screen Once the information has been completed, the administrator will then proceed to click the Add button to proceed.. PAGE 38

39 Credit Card Administrator (cont d) Figure 29: Credit Card Administrator (cont d) Screen At this point, the Administrator can proceed to add additional credit cards by selecting and clicking on the Add a New Payment Method or select and click on the Done button which will return the Administrator to the home page PAGE 39

40 Updating Stored Credit Card Procedures Figure 30: Updating Stored Credit Card Procedures Screen At the Home Page the Administrator will select My Account and scroll down and click on Update Account. PAGE 40

41 Updating Stored Credit Card Procedures (cont d) Figure 31: Updating Stored Credit Card Procedures (cont d) Screen The Administrator will then click on Manage Personal Payment Accounts to update, edit or delete an attorney from the Credit Card Account. PAGE 41

42 Updating Stored Credit Card Procedures (cont d) Figure 32: Updating Stored Credit Card Procedures (cont d) Screen The system will bring the Administrator to the Update Screen where they can Update or Delete a user form the Stored Credit Card Payment account. PAGE 42

43 Updating Stored Credit Card Procedures (cont d) Figure 33: Updating Stored Credit Card Procedures (cont d) Screen The Administrator will add the Attorney s valid ARDC Number as well as the Attorney s last name that is using the account and then click the Search button. PAGE 43

44 Updating Stored Credit Card Procedures (cont d) Figure 34: Updating Stored Credit Card Procedures (cont d) Screen The system will return the Attorney s Full Name with their ARDC Number. PAGE 44

45 Updating Stored Credit Card Procedures (cont d) Figure 35: Updating Stored Credit Card Procedures (cont d) Screen The administrator will click the Check Box if they agree that the Attorney is correct. The administrator will then click the Confirm button. PAGE 45

46 Updating Stored Credit Card Procedures (cont d) Figure 36: Updating Stored Credit Card Procedures (cont d) Screen The system will return to the Administrator the New Credit Card User, along with all the other users of the card. PAGE 46

47 Select Recurring Party Type Figure 37: Select Party Type Screen Select the Recurring Parties link to create a List of Litigants frequently represented for various cases. Select the Type of Litigant from the drop-down menu item. o Business o Individual o Government o Other Based on the Type of Litigant selected, the information on screen will change slightly. PAGE 47

48 Create Individual Recurring Party Figure 38: Enter Individual Information Screen Enter the following fields for Individual and Other Party Types: o First Name o Middle Name o Last Name o Suffix o Address o Phone o Click on the Save Party button to store party information. PAGE 48

49 Create Business Recurring Party Figure 39: Enter Business Information Screen Enter the following fields for Business and Government Party Types: o Name o Address o Phone o Once party information has been saved, the name will be displayed on the right side of the screen. There is no limit to the amount of litigants that may be added. These parties can be chosen at any time for a case, if filed. Parties can be deleted by clicking on the Red X next to the name. Click the Save Party button to store party. PAGE 49

50 Update Additional Cook County Attorney Codes Figure 40: Update Additional Cook County Attorney Codes Screen Enter the Attorney s 7-digit ARDC (Attorney Registration Disciplinary Commission) number. Click the Add Cook County Attorney Code button to store. If unaware of the ARDC number, click on the Look Up Attorney link next to the ARDC field. PAGE 50

51 Update Additional Cook County Attorney Codes Search Attorney Figure 41: Update Additional Cook County Attorney Codes Search Attorney Screen In the Attorney Name field enter: o Last Name o First Name Select No. of Records to Display Click Search Attorney button to display all the attorneys that meet the search criteria. PAGE 51

52 Update Additional Cook County Attorney Codes Confirmation Figure 42: Update Additional Cook County Attorney Codes Confirmation Screen Once the ARDC information has been added, the Attorney Name will be displayed to the right of the ARDC code. There is no limit to the number of attorneys that may be added These attorneys can be chosen at any time for a case, if filed Attorneys can be deleted by clicking on the Red X next to the name PAGE 52

53 Add Electronic Service Figure 43: Add Electronic Service Screen This feature allows the user to consent to receiving electronic service through the efiling System for all their efiled cases. Select the I Consent to Receiving Electronic Service button. Once the consent has been made, any change requests must be made in person to the Clerk s Office Law Division in Room 801 of the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 W. Washington Street, Chicago, IL. Click the Submit button to complete the consent. Click on the Cancel button to terminate request. PAGE 53

54 XII. PAYMENT HISTORY To view the Payment History of all the cases filed, click on the following Navigation Bar links: My Account > Payment History. Payment History for all Cases Filed Figure 44: Payment History Screen The Payment History Screen displays all payments made for cases charged to filer s account. This is very useful for accounting and bookkeeping purposes. Enter the Start and End Dates and Case Number Click on the Search button to get search results PAGE 54

55 Payment History Search Results Figure 45: Payment History Search Results Screen Field District Division Case Number Amount Style Date Filed Details Description The case was filed in a specific area of jurisdiction. This is the division where the case was filed. The Division could be the Municipal Division, Law Division, Suburban Municipal Division, etc. This is the number stamped on the document when a filing has been accepted by the Clerk of the Circuit Court s Office. Each case filed is given a unique number. The case number consists of the following format: Year of filing, the Division where the case was filed, and a six digit number (012345). The total dollar amount of the filing fees charged per case. The Style is case name or title of the case. The date the case was accepted by the Clerk s Office or the date the case was submitted. Click on the link to view the Credit Card Receipt which displays a specific breakdown of fees. PAGE 55

56 Payment History Details Link Figure 46: Payment History Details Link Screen Credit Card Receipt displays the filing fees in more detail. Each case filed has additional add on fees that are charged to the filer statutorily. To inform the filer of these charges, they are itemized with a grand total of the filing. PAGE 56

57 XIII. INITIATE INDIVIDUAL COMPLAINT To initiate a new efile individual complaint, click on the Complaint link. Initiate Individual Complaint Figure 47: Initiate Individual Complaint Screen Select Complaint and the system will take you to the following screen. PAGE 57

58 Initiate Individual Complaint (cont d) Figure 48: Individual Complaint Filing Screen (cont d) The system will display the Division and District where cases may be filed. As an example, this guide will demonstrate filing a case for the First District for the Law Division. Click on Next to display the complaint initiation screen. PAGE 58

59 Case Information Type Figure 49: Case Information Type Screen Select the Case Type from the drop-down options. For the purpose of this example, we ll choose, Breach of Contract. PAGE 59

60 Case Information Type (cont d) Note: Condemnation complaints may not be filed using the efile System. Documents related to this case type must be filed in person, in the conventional manner at the Richard J. Daley Center, Room 801. Figure 50: No efiling for Case Information Type (cont d) Screen PAGE 60

61 Case Information Type (cont d) Figure 51: Case Information Type Screen Once a Case Type is selected, there is the option to select a Jury Demand. This can be a 6-person jury, 12-person jury, or none. In the Ad Damnum field, enter the amount sought in the case. If the Ad Damnum is not known, check box: Exceeds $30,000. This informs the system that the minimal $30, jurisdictional requirement for the First District Law Division is met. Select an Attorney Code from the drop down menu; or enter a new Attorney Code. Click on the Next button to proceed. (Note: the jurisdictional amount for Law Division case filed within the Suburban Municipal Districts is in excess of $100,000.) PAGE 61

62 Add Plaintiff Figure 52: Add Plaintiff(s) Screen Choose Party Type from the drop-down options, or enter a new Party Type. If an Individual is selected, enter in the First, Middle and Last name. If a Business or Government party type is selected, only the company name will be required. Click the Save Plaintiff button to store the plaintiff information. PAGE 62

63 Add Plaintiff Confirmation Figure 53: Add Plaintiff(s) Confirmation Screen Each Litigant created will be displayed on the right side of the screen. There is no limit to the amount of litigants to be filed. Number of Plaintiffs is displayed on the lower right side of the screen. Litigants can be deleted by clicking on the Red X next to the name. Click Next to add Defendant(s). PAGE 63

64 Defendant s Service Type Figure 54: Defendant s Service Type Screen Choose Service Type to serve Defendant. There is an option to have the summons delivered to the Sheriff s Office with associated fees. Fill in all the required fields which have an asterisk (*). Field information may vary depending on the party type chosen. Each Litigant created will be displayed on the right side of the screen. There is no limit to the amount of Litigants that may be added. PAGE 64

65 Add Defendant Figure 55: Add Defendant Screen Once the information is entered for the Defendant, click on the Save Defendant button. Note: If the summons service type is selected for the Defendant, it is necessary to provide their address of residence. Click on the Next button to continue. PAGE 65

66 Document Type Figure 56: Upload Document Type Screen Select Document Type to upload. Note: The cover sheet and summons are automatically generated. Click the Browse button to retrieve the document to be uploaded. All documents must be in a PDF format. Click on the Upload Document button to attach and save the document to this case. PAGE 66

67 Upload Complaint Document Figure 57: Upload Document(s) Screen Each document uploaded will be displayed on the bottom of the screen. There is no limit to the amount of documents that can be uploaded. PAGE 67

68 View Complaint Document Figure 58: View Document Screen Attachments can be viewed by clicking under the title link for the document. Documents can also be deleted by clicking on the Red X (see previous screen). Select the Next button to proceed. PAGE 68

69 Filing Summary Review the case information. Click the Next button to proceed. Figure 59: Filing Summary Screen PAGE 69

70 Filing Fees Summary Review the case filing fees. Click the Next button to proceed. Figure 60: Filing Fees Summary Screen PAGE 70

71 File and Pay Filing Fees Figure 61: File and Pay Filing Fees Screen This screen will display, unless you have stored procedures Select Payment option (enter one-time payment information or select a stored payment option) Select Payment Type (credit card or ACH). Enter Billing Information: First name, last name, address, city, state, zip code. The Billing Reference is a feature used for internal operations, such as case number or client name. Select credit card type. Enter credit card number. Enter expiration date. Enter CVV2/CID number. Click Pay button. PAGE 71

72 Alternate Payment Screen Figure 62: Alternate Payment Screen Select One-time Payment or Stored Payment PAGE 72

73 Enter One-Time Payment Figure 63: Enter One-Time Payment Screen Select Payment Option from the drop down Select credit card Select billing reference (optional) Select Pay, or cancel if you want to review the case PAGE 73

74 Stored Payment Figure 64: Stored Payment Screen Select payment option (enter One-time Payment information or select a Stored Payment option) Select Payment Type (credit card or ACH). Enter billing information: First name, last name, address, city, state, zip code. The Billing Reference is a feature used for internal operations, such as case number or client name. Select credit card type. Enter credit card number. Enter expiration date. Enter CVV2/CID number. Click Pay button. PAGE 74

75 Credit Card Receipt Figure 65: Credit Card Receipt Screen Review the credit card receipt. Click the Continue button to proceed. PAGE 75

76 efile Receipt Figure 66: efile Receipt Screen Review and print the efile receipt for your records. Click on the Continue button to finalize the electronic filing and submission to the Clerk s Office. PAGE 76

77 Home Page with Case Motion Scheduling service available Monday Friday (8:30am -11:59pm), excluding court Figure 67: Home Page with Case Screen After the filing transaction is complete, the system redirects to the home page. The case will appear as one of the five most recently filed cases. A case number and status of the case will be added once it has been accepted by the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County. PAGE 77

78 Bulk File Complaints Figure 68: Bulk File Complaints Screen Select File Bulk Complaint and system will send you to the next screen. The Bulk Filing module is available for the Chancery Division as well as First Municipal Civil and Municipal Divisions 2-6. PAGE 78

79 Bulk File Case Initiation Step 1 Figure 69: Bulk File Case Initiation - Step 1 Screen The filer will select a Division Type and District Civil Division is located in Districts 1-6 Chancery is only located In District 1 PAGE 79

80 Bulk File Case Initiation Step 2 The filer will select the Case Type. Figure 70: Bulk File Case Initiation - Step 2 Screen PAGE 80

81 Bulk File Case Initiation Step 2 (cont d) Figure 71: Bulk File Case Initiation - Step 2 (cont d) Screen The filer will select a Jury Type Select Cook County Attorney Code The filer enters Foreclosure Address Information Enter Property Pin Number (can be multiple pin numbers) Select whether or not system will create a Non-record Claimants and Unknown Owner Parties PAGE 81

82 Bulk File Case Initiation Step 3 Add Parties Figure 72: Bulk File Case Initiation - Step 3 Add Parties Screen The filer will select a Party Type, which will be plaintiff. Choose your party from your stored reoccurring parties, or go to Party Category and choose either one of the following: Business, Individual, Government or Other. Fill in the information. Once information is entered, select Save Party. You may continue adding Plaintiffs by repeating the previous steps. PAGE 82

83 Bulk File Case Initiation Step 3 Add Parties (cont d) Figure 73: Bulk File Case Initiation - Step 3 Add Parties (cont d) Screen The filer will select Party Type, Defendant Select Service Type, either Sheriff or Private Process Server If Sheriff, the system will prompt the filer to select the summons to be delivered to the Sheriff by the Clerk or by the Filer. PAGE 83

84 Bulk File Case Initiation Step 3 Add Parties (cont d) Figure 74: Bulk File Case Initiation - Step 3 Add Parties (cont d) Screen Select a Party from reoccurring party, or Select a party category from one of the following: Business, Individual, Government or Other. Once the information is entered, select Save Party. You may continue adding Defendants by repeating the previous steps. PAGE 84

85 Bulk File Case Initiation Step 4 Upload Documents Figure 75: Bulk File Case Initiation - Step 4 Upload Documents Screen The filer will upload Document Type Complaint. Once document has been located, select Upload Document. Depending on the complaint type chosen, the filer needs to upload additional supporting documents. Please select from the drop down list, which documents are required and upload. Once uploaded, select Upload Document button. Once all documents are loaded, select Add Complaint. The filer will then notice on the top right-hand corner, the complaint summary box, the total number of cases has increased by one case. Please note that in Bulk Filing, the Case Type, the Attorney Code, and the Plaintiff stays stagnant until the filer changes. PAGE 85

86 XIV. FILING AN APPEAL To file an Appeal, click on the following links: Appeal. File an Appeal Figure 76: Filing an Appeal Screen Select the Division from the drop down options and enter the Case Number. Click Find Case. The case details will be displayed on the bottom of the screen. Click Next to continue. PAGE 86

87 File an Appeal (cont d) Figure 77: Filing an Appeal (cont d) Screen Select the Attorney Code from the drop down options and enter a new attorney code. Select the party or parties. Click Next to continue. PAGE 87

88 Upload Document(s) Figure 78: Upload Document Screen Click the choose Document Type dropdown arrow to display the types of appeals an attorney can file when representing a defendant. Select an Appeal Type. Upload document. Uploaded documents will be displayed on the bottom of the screen. Click Next to continue. PAGE 88

89 XV. MOTION SCHEDULING All users must register before electronically scheduling a motion. Motion Scheduling Figure 79: Home Page On the Home Page move the cursor to motions. A drop box will appear with File Motion and Schedule Motion options. Select Scheduling Motion. Note: Select this option for cases that have already had the supporting documents filed. To File a Motion, please refer to the Filing Pleading section of this guide. PAGE 89

90 District Division Case Number Ad Damnum Description Filed Date Filed Date Tracer Number Status Field Name Description This field displays where the case resides This field displays the area of law that the case is being heard. In this example it is Law Division. This is the case number stamped on the document when a filing has been accepted by the Clerk of the Circuit Court s Office. Each case filed is given a unique number. The case number consists of the following format: Year of filing, the Division where the case was filed, and a six-digit number (012345). This is the monetary value placed on the case at time of filing This informs the user of the type of action that was last filed. This column displays the date that the last action occurred on. This column displays the date that the last action occurred on. This is a unique number given to each filing. It is used to identify an individual document This informs the filer the status of the filing. Pending informs the filer the document has not been accepted by the Clerk s office. Accepted indicates that the case was received by the Clerk s Office. PAGE 90

91 Schedule Queue Cases that have yet to be given a Scheduled Date Figure 80: Motion Filed Screen This screen will then display all cases that have the supporting documents electronically filed, but have yet to have a motion scheduled. Please note that the Radio button has the Not Scheduled button highlighted. The cases listed DO NOT display Scheduled Date, Time and Call Number. Please select the case you wish to schedule and click on the Schedule hyperlink. PAGE 91

92 District Division Case Number Motion Type Scheduled Date Time Call Number Calendar Schedule Field Name Description This field displays where the case resides This field displays the area of law that the case is being heard. In this example it is Law Division. This is the case number stamped on the document when a filing has been accepted by the Clerk of the Circuit Court s Office. Each case filed is given a unique number. The case number consists of the following format: Year of filing, the Division where the case was filed, and a six-digit number (012345). This informs the user of the type of motion that was filed. This is the date that was selected to have the motion heard on the judge s calendar. This is the time that was given for the case to be heard on the judge s calendar. This displays the sequence in which the case will be head on the judge s motion call. This is the calendar that the case was randomized to upon filing of the case. The filer will Click on this icon to begin the process to have the case hear on a motion call. PAGE 92

93 Schedule Motion Selection of a Motion Scheduled Date Figure 81: Select Date for a Scheduled Motion Screen The system returns with the summary of the case selected. At the Enter a Schedule Date box, please click the calendar icon to select a date. After selecting a date click the Search button. PAGE 93

94 Scheduled Motion Selection of Next Available Motion Scheduled Date Figure 82: Return of Judge Schedule of Dates for Scheduling of Motions Filing Screen The system will return the next three (3) court dates that the judge has available on his/her calendar. From the available court dates displayed, please choose from one of the available dates provided by the system and click the Request Schedule Date button. PAGE 94

95 Scheduled Results Scheduled Receipt Figure 83: Receipt of the Scheduling of a Motion Screen The system then returns with the receipt of the scheduling of the Motion date. Please note that the system displays on the receipt the confirmation of the New scheduled Date, Scheduled Time and the Schedule Call (the sequence in which the case will be heard). If you click the Continue button the system returns you to the original screen to Schedule another motion. PAGE 95

96 Schedule Queue Return to the Motion Filed Screen Figure 84: Motion Filed Screen The system now returns to the original Screen and will allow you to select another one to Schedule a motion. If you are finished, please click on the Home button or Log-off the system. PAGE 96

97 Schedule Queue Cases that have been Scheduled for a Specific Date Figure 85: Motion Scheduled Screen The screen displays all cases that have a scheduled motion. Note the Radio Button is on Scheduled. Each case displays the Scheduled Date, Time and Call Number. PAGE 97

98 Schedule Queue Cases that have both Scheduled and not Scheduled cases Figure 86: Motion Filed and Scheduled Screen The screen displays all cases where motion schedule activity has occurred or not both scheduled and non-scheduled cases. Note the Radio button is on Both. Those cases that have NOT been scheduled do not display the Scheduled Date, time or Call Number. PAGE 98

99 Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 1 Figure 87: Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 1 Screen At the Home Page the filer will select the Motion Queue, and in the Drop Down select Bulk File Motion This option is only available for the Chancery Division and the Civil Municipal Divisions 1-6 PAGE 99

100 Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 1 (cont d) Figure 88: Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 1 (cont d) Screen The filer is now at the Bulk File Motion screen and will select the Division that the case will be filed in. PAGE 100

101 Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 1 (cont d) Figure 89: Bulk File Motion Step 1 (cont d) Screen Bulk Filing is allowed for Chancery District 1, for the 1st Municipal Civil Division, and the 5 Suburban Civil Divisions. PAGE 101

102 Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 1 (cont d) Figure 90: Bulk File Motion Step 1 (cont d) Screen The filer will enter a valid Division Case Number consisting of the entire century and year, the division indicator CH for Chancery or M1 for District 1 Civil., M2 for District 2 Civil etc. and click Search. PAGE 102

103 Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 2 Figure 91: Bulk File Motion Screen Step 2 Screen The system will return with case information for the case entered. The filer will enter their valid 5 digit Attorney Code Number and select the Party filing the motion. PAGE 103

104 Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 3 Figure 92: Bulk File Motion Screen Step 3 Screen The filer will choose a Document Type from the drop down menu. PAGE 104

105 Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 3 (cont d) Figure 93: Bulk File Motion Step 3 (cont d) Screen Once the appropriate Document Type has been selected, the filer will click on the Document Type and browse their hard drive for the correct PDF that contains the Document. The filer will then upload the Document to the efile system. PAGE 105

106 Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 3 (cont d) Figure 94: Bulk Filing Motion Screen Step 3 (cont d) The filer has the ability to add any additional information in the description box to further explain the motion. This information is exclusively for the attorney s record; it is not part of the official record. After input, click Upload Document button. PAGE 106

107 Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 3 (cont d) Figure 95: Bulk File Motion Screen Step 3 (cont d) Once the motion PDF has been uploaded, the document will appear in the window to the right. The filer now has a choice to continue to upload exhibits and other supporting documents or continue to Step 4 to schedule the motion for a certain date. If the filer decides that any document that is uploaded is incorrect, they can click on the Red X to delete the document and repeat the procedure in Step 3. PAGE 107

108 Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 4 Figure 96: Bulk File Motion Screen Step 4 The filer will request the date that they want the motion to be scheduled. The system will verify against the judge s schedule and return with either the requested date or a date that is the closest to the date requested. The filer MUST also select whether the case will be scheduled to be heard by the Calendar Judge or the Presiding Judge, and if the Motion Class is either a Default or Contested (*This applies only to the Chancery Division of the Circuit Court.) PAGE 108

109 Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 4 (cont d) Figure 97: Bulk File Motion Screen Step 4 (cont d) The filer can now proceed to add the Pleading. Please note, in the upper righthand corner of the screen, the Bulk File Summary Screen has 9 Pleading in the total. When this pleading is added the total will change. PAGE 109

110 Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 4 (cont d) Figure 98: Bulk File Motion Screen Step 4 (cont d) The Pleading has been added to the Summary Queue, and please note the total number is now 10. The system will keep a running total of all documents uploaded until ready to file with the Clerk s office. The filer can now repeat the process for as many motions as needed. When the filer is ready to submit to the Clerk s office, please click the View Summary button. PAGE 110

111 Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 5 Figure 99: Bulk File Motion Screen Step 5 The filer can now review the cases in the File Summary Queue for submission to the Clerk s office. PAGE 111

112 Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 5 (cont d) Figure 100: Bulk File Motion Screen Step 5 (cont d) Screen When the filer clicks on the File All, the system will check all the cases to be submitted for filing with the Clerk s office; or, the filer may select individual motions to be filed at this time. See next screen shot for explanation. PAGE 112

113 Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 5 (cont d) Figure 101: Bulk File Motion Screen Step 5 (cont d) Screen The filer can also select an individual case to file with the Clerk s office or to edit/delete. PAGE 113

114 Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 5 (cont d) Figure 102: Bulk File Motion Screen Step 5 (cont d) Screen To edit or delete the case from the queue, the filer would hover either icon and click. PAGE 114

115 Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 5 (cont d) Figure 103: Bulk File Motion Screen Step 5 (cont d) Screen In the edit mode, the screen will return you to the input screen of the case you selected. The filer can change the litigant filing or the type of document and upload being filed. Once corrected, the filer will click the Add Pleading button to return to the previous review queue. To Delete the filer will click the delete button. PAGE 115

116 Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 5 (cont d) Figure 104: Bulk File Motion Screen Step 5 (cont d) Screen To File the cases, select File All and click the Next key. PAGE 116

117 Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 5 (cont d) Figure 105: Bulk File Motion Screen Step 5 (cont d) Screen The system will return a summary screen of the fee. The filer will then select the Next key to continue. PAGE 117

118 Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 5 (cont d) Figure 106: Bulk File Motion Screen Step 5 (cont d) Screen The filer may select to make a payment using a One-time Payment or select to create a Stored Payment procedure (see page 74). PAGE 118

119 Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 5 (cont d) Figure 107: Bulk File Motion Screen Step 5 (cont d) Screen Once payment is made, the system will return with a Bulk Filing Receipt. The filer Should print this receipt for their records, then proceed to click the Continue key. PAGE 119

120 Bulk File Motion and Scheduling Step 5 (cont d) Figure 108: Bulk File Motion Screen Step 5 (cont d) Screen This will now return the filer to the Home page. PAGE 120

121 Search Case Number Figure 109: Case Lookup Screen Enter the Case Number in the Case Lookup Box. The Case Number should be keyed in the following manner: The century and year the case was filed (CCYY), the division code, and the 6-digit case number. For the purpose of this project, we are using division code L to represent the Law Division. Click the Find Case button to continue. PAGE 121

122 Verify Case Information Figure 110: Review Case Information Screen Verify that information matches the case for which the appearance is being filed. Click on the Next button to proceed with the filing of the appearance. The following case information is displayed: o Case type o Case filed on behalf of Government Agency o Party Information PAGE 122

123 Case Number Division Case Type District Party Number Party Name Attorney Address City Zip Field Name Parties: Description A unique number assigned to each case filed with the courts. The area of law that the case was filed. The type of complaint filed. The area of jurisdiction the case was filed. A unique number assigned to each litigant in the case. The name of the litigants involved in the case. The person that is representing a litigant in the case. The location where the litigant resides when case was filed. The city the litigant resides when case was filed. The zip code the litigant resides when case was filed. PAGE 123

124 Choose Party(s) to File Appearance Figure 111: Select Party(s) Screen Select the litigant(s) being represented and for which an appearance is being filed. Click on the Next button to proceed. PAGE 124

125 Upload Document(s) Figure 112: Upload Appearance Document Screen Select the Document Type, upload the document for this pleading in a PDF format, and enter a description. Note: There are several types of appearances to choose from, ensure the appropriate selection is made. Click the Next button to proceed. PAGE 125

126 Review Appearance Summary Review the Appearance Information. Click the Next button to proceed. Figure 113: Review Summary Screen Field Name Title Description Description The name of the document being filed. The narrative entered by the filer. PAGE 126

127 Review Filing Fees Figure 114: Filing Fees and Fee Case Screen Review the case filing fees. Click the Next button to proceed. Description Amount Field Name Description The line item of each filing fee being charged The dollar amount of the filing fee being charged PAGE 127

128 Payment Screen Figure 115: Payment Screen Select payment type (credit card or ACH). Enter billing information: First name, last name, address, city, state, zip code. The Billing Reference is a feature used for internal operations, such as case number or client name. Select credit card type. Enter credit card number. Enter expiration date. Enter CVV2/CID number. Click Pay button. PAGE 128

129 Credit Card Receipt Figure 116: Credit Card Receipt Screen Review credit card receipt and verify the assessed fees. Click the Continue button to proceed. PAGE 129

130 efile Receipt Figure 117: efile Receipt Screen Review and print this efile receipt for your records. This screen contains a tracer number and summary of the filing. Click the Continue button to finalize the electronic filing for this appearance. PAGE 130

131 XVI. FILING A PLEADING To file a Pleading, click on the following link: Pleadings File a Pleading Figure 118: Filing an Appearance Screen The types of pleadings an attorney can file when representing a defendant are listed above. To file a pleading, select a Pleading Type. Click Next to continue. Note: Repeat the same steps when filing the above Pleadings types PAGE 131

132 Bulk File Pleadings - Third Party Complaint Figure 119: Bulk File Pleadings Third Party Complaint Screen The filer will hover over the Pleading Queue and the drop down will appear to select either conventional File Pleadings or File Bulk Pleading. Click on File Bulk Pleading to advance to the next screen. PAGE 132

133 Bulk File Pleadings - Third Party Complaint (cont d) Figure 120: Bulk File Pleadings Third Party Complaint (cont d) Screen The system will advance the filer to the Bulk File Pleading Screen. PAGE 133

134 Bulk File Pleadings - Third Party Complaint - Step 1 Figure 121: Bulk File Pleadings Third Party Complaint - Step 1 Screen The filer will select the document they wish to efile by using the Pleadings Type drop down box. The filer can select from various pleadings in which to file. PAGE 134

135 Bulk File Pleadings - Third Party Complaint - Step 2 Figure 122: Bulk File Pleadings Third Party Complaint - Step 2 Screen The filer selected a 3 rd Party Complaint in Step 1. The filer selected the area of law which is Chancery Division, and clicked the Search button to verify that the case keyed in is a valid Chancery case. PAGE 135

136 Bulk File Pleadings - Third Party Complaint - Step 3 Figure 123: Bulk File Pleadings Third Party Complaint - Step 3 Screen The system returned the valid litigants in the case. The filer will select the Litigant they are representing. PAGE 136

137 Bulk File Pleadings - Third Party Complaint - Step 4 Figure 124: Bulk File Pleadings Third Party Complaint - Step 4 Screen In this example, the plaintiff, Wells Fargo Bank, is filing a 3 rd Party Complaint against 9/5 Bank. The plaintiff will choose the party and the Service Type. The filer has the option of how the summons is delivered to the sheriff s office. PAGE 137

138 Bulk File Pleadings - Third Party Complaint - Step 4 (cont d) Figure 125: Bulk File Pleadings Third Party Complaint - Step 4 (cont d) Screen The filer proceeded to click the Save Party button. The system saved the defendant and the filer can continue to add defendants to the list or move on to Step 5. PAGE 138

139 Bulk File Pleadings - Third Party Complaint - Step 5 Figure 126: Bulk File Pleadings Third Party Complaint - Step 5 Screen The filer has proceeded to Step 5 to add the supporting documents. They can choose from the drop down list and click on Upload Document to upload the selected document. Note: the system has already generated the summons as well as the service list. PAGE 139

140 Bulk File Pleadings - Third Party Complaint - Step 5 (cont d) Figure 127: Bulk File Pleadings Third Party Complaint - Step 5 (cont d) Screen The filer selected the Additional Party Complaint; the filer MUST now upload the document to the system. PAGE 140

141 Bulk File Pleadings - Third Party Complaint - Step 5 (cont d) Figure 128: Bulk File Pleadings Third Party Complaint - Step 5 (cont d) Screen The Complaint has been uploaded to the Queue along with the summons and service list. The filer can now select supporting documents and upload to the system, or click the Add Pleading button to add the documents to the Pleading Queue. PAGE 141

142 Bulk File Pleadings - Third Party Complaint - Step 5 (cont d) Figure 129: Bulk File Pleadings Third Party Complaint - Step 5 (cont d) Screen The document has been added to the Bulk File Pleading Summary. Note: In the previous screen, the Total was 1 Total Added. Now the system displays 2 Total Added. PAGE 142

143 Bulk File Pleadings - Alias Summons Figure 130: Bulk File Pleadings - Alias Summons Screen This example is a Bulk Filing of an Alias Summons. The filer will select the Division where the case is currently being heard. PAGE 143

144 Bulk File Pleadings - Alias Summons - Step 2 Figure 131: Bulk File Pleadings - Alias Summons - Step 2 Screen The filer will select the Case and click the Search button. Note: currently only District 1 has the Alias Summons option. PAGE 144

145 Bulk File Pleadings - Alias Summons - Step 3 Figure 132: Bulk File Pleadings - Alias Summons - Step 3 Screen The system will return to the filer the names of the Litigants involved in the case. The 1 st group of names is the names of the litigants filing the Alias. The 2 nd group is the names are those that the Alias will be filed against. The filer will place a check mark against the names involved. The filer will also add the attorney code. PAGE 145

146 Bulk File Pleadings - Alias Summons - Step 4 Figure 133: Bulk File Pleadings Alias Summons - Step 4 Screen Once the Party to be served is selected, the system will display the parties name(s) with a Red Dot. The filer will click on the Red Dot to display the litigant s service address information. PAGE 146

147 Bulk File Pleadings Alias Summons - Step 4 (cont d) Figure 134: Bulk File Pleadings Alias Summons - Step 4 (cont d) Once the Red Dot has been clicked, it will now become a Green Arrow. The system returns the current service information from the system. The filer can either update the information or keep the current information. PAGE 147

148 Bulk File Pleadings Alias Summons - Step 4 (cont d) Figure 135: Bulk File Pleadings Alias Summons - Step 4 (cont d) The filer will select Service Type and how the summons is to be served. Choose service type: Sheriff, Certified Mail or Special Process Service. PAGE 148

149 Bulk File Pleadings Alias Summons - Step 4 (cont d) Figure 136: Bulk File Pleadings Alias Summons - Step 4 (cont d) If service type of summons is Sheriff, the Filer must choose if the summons will be delivered to the Sheriff by the Clerk s office, or if the Filer will deliver the summons to the Sheriff. PAGE 149

150 Bulk File Pleadings Alias Summons - Step 4 (cont d) Figure 137: Bulk File Pleadings Alias Summons - Step 4 (cont d) Screen Once the litigant has been saved, the Green Arrow will turn to a Green Check Mark. Please proceed to Step 5. PAGE 150

151 Bulk File Pleadings Alias Summons - Step 5 Figure 138: Bulk File Pleadings Alias Summons - Step 5 Once the party has been saved, the filer will upload the document that will be attached to the Alias Summons. Please note: If attaching original complaint, the complaint will not be stamped. PAGE 151

152 Bulk File Pleadings Alias Summons - Step 5 (cont d) Figure 139: Bulk File Pleadings Alias Summons - Step 5 (cont d) Screen The filer will click the Browse button to search for the document. Once selected, the filer will click the Upload Document button. PAGE 152

153 Bulk File Pleadings Alias Summons - Step 5 (cont d) Figure 140: Bulk File Pleadings Alias Summons - Step 5 (cont d) Screen The filer can proceed to upload supporting documents, or add pleading and continue with filings. PAGE 153

154 Bulk File Pleadings Alias Summons - Step 5 (cont d) Figure 141: Bulk File Pleadings Alias Summons - Step 5 (cont d) If completed, the filer can click on the Add Pleading button and repeat process for additional pleadings. PAGE 154

155 Bulk File Pleadings General Filings Figure 142: Bulk File Pleadings General Pleadings Unlike the previous two components of Bulk File, General Pleadings are all handled basically in the same manner. The filer will select from the drop down list of Pleadings. Note: Within the Pleading Types drop down menu, there are expanded document types. PAGE 155

156 Bulk File Pleadings General Filings - Step 1 and 2 Figure 143: Bulk File Pleadings General Pleadings - Step 1 and 2 Screen The filer selects the Pleading Type and the Division in which to file the document. PAGE 156

157 Bulk File Pleadings General Filings - Step 2 (cont d) Figure 144: Bulk File Pleadings General Pleadings - Step 2 (cont d) Screen The filer will select the valid Case Number and click on the Search button. PAGE 157

158 Bulk File Pleadings General Filings - Step 3 Figure 145: Bulk File Pleadings General Pleadings - Step 3 Screen The filer will choose a valid Cook Count Attorney Code number and proceed to Step 4. PAGE 158

159 Bulk File Pleadings General Filings - Step 4 Figure 146: Bulk File Pleadings General Pleadings - Step 4 Screen The filer will select from the expanded group of answers provided and then proceed to click the Browse button to select the document. PAGE 159

160 Bulk File Pleadings General Filings - Step 4 (cont d) Figure 147: Bulk File Pleadings General Pleadings - Step 4 (cont d) Screen Once document is visible in the Upload Document Window, the filer will then click the Upload Document Button. PAGE 160

161 Bulk File Pleadings General Filings - Step 4 (cont d) Figure 148: Bulk File Pleadings General Pleadings Step 4 (cont d) Screen Once document has been added to the Side Bar, you can repeat the same exercise selecting supporting documents, if required. PAGE 161

162 Bulk File Pleadings General Filings - Step 4 (cont d) Figure 149: Bulk File Pleadings General Pleadings Step 4 (cont d) Screen Once all supporting documents have been added, the filer will click the Add Pleading button to complete the filing and continue on to the next filing. PAGE 162