Correcting a Rejected Filing

If a clerk rejects your filing, don't worry — you can correct the issues and resubmit without starting over from scratch.

How You'll Know

When a filing is rejected, you will:

1. Receive an email notification with the rejection details
2. See the filing marked as Rejected (in red) on your dashboard
3. See a Resubmit button next to that filing

Understanding the Rejection

Open the filing detail page to see exactly why it was rejected. The clerk will have provided:

• Rejection Reason — a category such as:

  • Incomplete Filing
  • Incorrect Form
  • Missing Signature
  • Incorrect Fee
  • Wrong Court
  • Duplicate Filing
  • Defective Service
  • Other

• Clerk Notes — specific instructions on what needs to be corrected

Resubmitting

1. From your dashboard, click Resubmit on the rejected filing, or from the filing detail page, click Edit & Resubmit.

2. The filing wizard reopens with all your original information pre-filled. A banner at the top reminds you of the rejection reason and the clerk's notes.

3. Make the necessary corrections:

   • Wrong court or case type? Fix it in Step 1.
   • Missing or incorrect party information? Update in Step 2.
   • Wrong document, missing signature, or incorrect form? Replace or add documents in Step 3.
   • Fee issue? Review in Step 4.

4. Review everything in Step 5 and click Submit Filing.

The corrected filing will be submitted as a new review item for the clerk. Your original filing number is preserved for tracking continuity.

Tip: Read the clerk's notes carefully. Addressing every issue the first time avoids additional round-trips and speeds up your case.

Common Rejection Reasons & How to Fix Them