Motion to Seal

Use this event to request to seal a document that is already on the docket or a document you need to file.

If you are filing this event to request to seal a…

Then

Document already filed

Upon the order granting the motion, the clerk will use utility events to seal the document(s)

Document not yet filed

Do not include a copy of the document you wish to seal.  Describe the document and explain why it should be sealed.  The motion and related order are not automatically sealed.

The order granting the motion will give permission to efile using either the Sealed Document or Sealed Motion event which include functionality to seal the document upon filing.

Keystrokes

1.  Select Bankruptcy or Adversary menu.

2.  Select Motions/Applications.

3.  Enter case number.

4.  Ensure correct case number.

5.  Select Docket Event:  Seal—Motion to

6.  Click the check box joint filing with other attorney(s).

7.  Select party filer:

8.  Browse and select document (PDF file) or scan document.

9.  Click “Refer to existing events?” if you are requesting to seal an item already on the docket.  

10. Verify final docket text before submitting onto the case docket.

11. Review the Notice of Electronic Filing.  It is your receipt.