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How do I update my personal information within the CM/ECF system?

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CM/ECF
CM/ECF Category: 
Maintenance
Answer: 

To update your personal/contact information, you must first file a Notice of Change of Address, Email or Law Firm Name in all OPEN CASES pursuant to Local Rule 11.1(g). If an attorney is no longer representing a party or has not been terminated from a case, the attorney must file the necessary document in the case according to Local Rule 11.1(d)(3). After filing the Notice, log in to your PACER account at Pacer.gov (link is external), click on "Manage My Account" at the top of the screen, select the "Maintenance" tab, click "Update Address Information," enter the reason for the update, and apply the update to either all cases, closed cases, open cases, or none.

Please note that choosing the "All Cases" option may alter your previous firm or agency information for open, closed, and terminated cases, especially if you're switching law firms or agencies. We recommend that you DO NOT select the option to apply updates to ALL CASES if you've previously represented a party in a case or if your representation has been terminated. By selecting "All Cases," the information regarding your previous firm or agency will be updated in those cases, potentially giving the impression that your new firm represented your former clients.

Finally, apply updates to selected courts by selecting the appropriate PACER billing court(s) and click "Submit."

If you require further assistance, please contact the CM/ECF Helpdesk at 1-888-318-2260. The Help Desk is available from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding Federal Holidays.