Instructions for Trustee to File/Pay On-Line

(For Filing only ONE Transmittal)

NOTE: The following instructions are for when the trustee is filing only ONE Transmittal. For filing Multiple Transmittals, Click here for instructions.

1. Select Bankruptcy > Trustee/US Trustee
2. Enter Case Number (e.g. xx-xxxxx).  Click Next.
3. Select Transmittal of Unclaimed Funds. Click Next.
4. Select the party filer. Click Next.
5. Select Browse to attach the pdf file. Click Next.
6. Select "Yes" OR "No" to "Does the listing of unclaimed funds include amounts equal to or greater than $500 for an entity in this case?"
   • If Yes is selected, 
     • Explain the effort(s) to locate and contact each entity entitled to payment: Example: reviewed the claims register, conducted internet search, contacted the debtor or debtor attorney, searched public records, used prior contact information.
     • In the text box field, enter each creditor listed on the transmittal for the amounts equal to or greater than $500.00, the amount, and the efforts to locate each entity.
       • For example I have two creditors (see below):
         i. Pet Smart in the amount of $50.00.
         ii. Ralston Vet in the amount of $525.00
       • I enter Ralston Vet, $525.00, and the explanation in the text box field.
     • Click Next.
7. Fee Screen:
   • Enter the total dollar amount of unclaimed funds in both Fields.
   • Click Next.
8. Click Next.
9. Verify the final docket text before submitting.  If correct, click Next.
   CAUTION!!  This is the last screen.  Clicking Next will submit your document to CM/ECF.  If the final docket text is incorrect, click the Back button to find the screen to modify or abort the transaction by clicking on Bankruptcy on the CM/ECF Menu bar.
10. Since you are only filing ONE Transmittal, select Pay Now.  
11. Select the fees by placing a Check Mark in the box under the Column "Check Fees to Pay". Click Next.
12. Click Pay Now.
13. You will be directed back to PACER. If necessary, enter your Password and Click Login.
14. Select a Payment Method. Enter the required information in respective fields. Click Next.
15. Verify the Payment Method and Payment Details. Enter Email address in the Email Receipt Field. Check the box to authorize the payment. Click Submit.
16. You will receive a Payment Successful screen and then will be redirected back to CM/ECF and a screen will appear indicating the Transaction has been completed. The filer will receive a confirmation via their e-mail address.