The following documents must be prepared prior to beginning the case opening process:

To file a Complaint or Petition	To file a Notice of Removal
Complaint or Petition Civil Cover Sheet (JS44) Summons for issuance by the Clerk’s Office, if appropriate	Notice of Removal Civil Cover Sheet (JS44)  Copies of the required state court pleadings Complaint Executed summons Answers Pending motions
NOTE: PDFs must be text-searchable and PDF fillable forms must be flattened or otherwise unmodifiable prior to attachment.

To open a civil case, click on the Civil menu, and then select Open A Civil Case under the Open a Civil Case – Attorney heading.