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Adversary > File New Adversary Case

Docketing Procedure

1. Review the documents to ensure they meet the filing requirements
2. Docket the Complaint [Adversary > File New Adversary Case] as follows:

            • Click Adversary
            • Click File New Adversary Case
            • Verify the information and click Next
            • Enter the Lead Case Number (xx-yyyyy format)

NOTE: If the lead case number entered is not in the database as a valid case number, you will not be able to proceed with opening the adversary proceeding. If the lead case is in another district, the system will allow you to proceed if you enter 88-88888 as the lead case number. If the lead case is in another district, a judge will need to be assigned using the random judge assignment log.

            • Select Adversary for the Association type
            • Click Next
            • Read the text regarding the assignment of the case (overrides are possible)
            • Click Next
            • Read the text and click Next
            • Fill in the information for the Plaintiff
            • Click Search

NOTE: If the Plaintiff's name appears, select the name from the list and verify their information. If the Plaintiff's name does not appear, click Create New Party.

            • Enter the information for each Plaintiff in the case
            • Choose the Plaintiff's role in the bankruptcy case, using the drop-down list
            • Click Submit
            • Click End Plaintiff Selection after all Plaintiffs have been entered
            • Fill in the information for the Defendant
            • Click Search
            • Highlight the Defendant's name from the list and click Select Name from

NOTE: If the Defendant's name cannot be found in the list, select Create New Party and follow the same steps for adding the Plaintiffs.

            • Verify or update the Defendant's information
            • Choose the Defendant's role in the bankruptcy case, using the drop-down list
               (NOTE: Do not add an Attorney for the Defendant.)
            • Click Submit
            • Click End Defendant Selection after all Defendants have been entered
            • Enter the information using the drop-down menus for each category listed
               (NOTE: For the Demand, enter the amount in thousands to the nearest thousands. For example,
               if the demand is $50,000, enter 50 in the field.)
            • Click Next
            • Attach PDF
            • Click Next
            • Verify the filing fee and click Next
            • Click Next again
            • Review final docket text before submitting
            • Click Next
            • Review Notice of Electronic Filing