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Top 5 Mistakes Law Firms Make When eFiling (And How to Avoid Them)

eFiling has become standard practice for courts across California and the U.S., but many law firms still struggle with delays, rejections, and hidden costs. Here are the top 5 mistakes to avoid—and how Legal Document Server can help.


Mistake #1: Uploading the Wrong Document Format

Courts often require PDFs to be text-searchable, bookmarked, and flattened. Submitting scanned images or unoptimized files can result in immediate rejection.

Tip: Use OCR in Adobe and always review the court’s formatting guidelines before submitting.


Mistake #2: Ignoring Jurisdiction-Specific Rules

Each court has unique eFiling protocols. Failing to follow local rules—like font size, signature requirements, or naming conventions—can stall your filings.

To avoid costly errors, use a provider that understands jurisdiction-specific eFiling requirements.


Mistake #3: Waiting Until the Last Minute

Filing deadlines are strict—and courts don’t accept “technical errors” as an excuse. Uploading too close to the deadline increases the risk of rejections or delays due to server overload or missing confirmations.

Pro Tip: Our concierge eFiling services help ensure on-time submissions without the stress.


Mistake #4: Failing to Monitor Filing Status

Submitting a filing is just step one. If you don’t check the status or miss a rejection notice, you could be blindsided later.

Our clients receive real-time alerts and confirmations via our secure portal so they never miss an update. See how our court filing support keeps your cases on track.


Mistake #5: Working With Disconnected Vendors

Using one provider for eFiling, another for service of process, and another for billing? That fragmentation creates more admin work and billing headaches.

With Legal Document Server, you can streamline your entire litigation support process—from eFiling and process serving to records retrieval and custom billing reports—all in one place.


How Legal Document Server Can Help

We’ve helped hundreds of law firms reduce rejected filings by up to 90%. With court-specific compliance checks, real-time updates, and full-service support, LDS helps you file fast—with confidence.

Request a free cost comparison or 30-day trial and see how much time and money your firm could save.


Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do you file in all California courts?
A: Yes! We support every eFiling-enabled California court and handle physical filings where required.

Q: Can I upload documents without formatting them myself?
A: Yes. Just email them to us, and our concierge team handles formatting, filing, and follow-up.

Q: Do you also serve documents?
A: Absolutely. We handle both eFiling and process serving—plus records retrieval and more—all under one roof.


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