eFiling is the electronic submission of court documents. It is mandatory for most civil cases in Los Angeles County, except for certain case types.

Most civil cases, including limited and unlimited civil cases, small claims, and probate, can be eFiled. However, some complex cases and family law cases may have different filing requirements.

No, self-represented litigants (pro se filers) may eFile but are not required to do so. They can still file documents in person.

You must create an account with an approved Electronic Filing Service Provider (EFSP) to submit filings electronically.

Yes, eFiling is available 24/7. However, filings submitted after 11:59 PM or on weekends/holidays will be processed on the next business day.

eFilings may be rejected due to incorrect document formatting, missing required fees, improper case designation, or failure to comply with court rules.

In some cases, yes. Certain judges may require courtesy copies of filed documents, especially for motions or lengthy filings.

eFiling fees include court filing fees, a processing fee charged by the EFSP, and possible payment transaction fees. Fees vary depending on the case type and document filed.

If you qualify for a fee waiver, you must submit a fee waiver request form with your eFiled documents. If approved, court fees will be waived.

Documents must be in searchable PDF format, text-recognized (OCR), and follow the court’s size and margin requirements.

Yes, but each document must be correctly labeled and categorized according to court rules.

Electronic signatures or “/s/ [Your Name]” in place of a handwritten signature are acceptable for most filings.

You will receive an email notification from your EFSP once the court processes your submission, either accepting or rejecting it.

Processing times vary but usually range from a few hours to one business day. More complex cases may take longer.

If you experience technical issues, contact your EFSP. For court-related questions, reach out to the Los Angeles County Superior Court Clerk’s Office.