California court e-filing
California leads the country in court e-filing adoption. Whether you are filing in Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, or a rural county, the process is similar: choose the court, upload your documents as PDF, pay the filing fee, and wait for the court clerk review.
County-by-county rules
Each Superior Court sets its own e-filing hours, accepted document types, and local rules.
PDF requirements
Documents must be text-searchable PDFs, typically under the court's size limit, with bookmarks for long motions.
Filing fees
Court fees are set by statute and must be paid electronically when the document is submitted.
Service of process
After filing, serve parties electronically where allowed, or hand off physical service to Mighty Process Server. Learn more
E-filing by county
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Frequently asked questions
- Do California courts require e-filing?
- Many California Superior Courts require or strongly encourage e-filing for civil cases, especially for attorneys. Rules vary by county, so check your local court's e-filing policy before submitting.
- How much does it cost to e-file in California?
- Filing fees are set by the court and depend on document type. The e-filing provider may also charge a service fee. Mighty E-File displays court fees before submission.
- What documents can be eFiled in California?
- Most civil pleadings, motions, and ex parte applications can be eFiled as PDFs. Some documents, such as those requiring original signatures or sealed filings, may need special handling.
- How long does it take for the court to review an eFiling?
- Courts typically review submissions within one to two business days. Urgent filings may be reviewed faster, but always allow extra time for complex motions.
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