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CONFIDENTIAL CASE FILING INFORMATION SHEET – DOMESTIC RELATIONS CASES

Required at Case Initiation and with Responsive Filings

Case Number (For Court Use Only)

INSTRUCTIONS:

✓ Complete this form for all parties known at the time of filing. Provide the most appropriate Case Type and Party Type codes and descriptions. (Found on the Case Types List and Party Types List at www.courts.mo.gov on the Court Forms/Filing Information page.)

✓ If additional space is needed, complete additional Confidential Case Filing Information Sheets.

NOTE: The full Social Security Number (SSN) is required pursuant to Section 509.520 RSMo. This is a confidential document due to the SSN and possible confidential addresses. This information is used to open a case in the courts case management system. While cases deemed public under Missouri statutes can be accessed through Case.net, the day and month of birth, SSN, and confidential addresses are NOT provided to the public through Case.net.

Filing Date:     County/City of St. Louis:

Style of Case:

Case Type Code:    Case Type Description:

Petitioner/Plaintiff Information:

Party Type Code:    Party Type Description:

Name: (Last) (First) (Middle)

Address:

City: State: Zip: Contact Telephone Number:

DOB:    Gender: Male Female    SSN:

Attorney Name (if represented by counsel): Bar ID: Party Type Code:

Respondent/Defendant Information:

Party Type Code:    Party Type Description:

Name: (Last) (First) (Middle)

Address:

City: State: Zip: Contact Telephone Number:

DOB:    Gender: Male Female    SSN:

Attorney Name (if represented by counsel): Bar ID: Party Type Code:

Party Type Code:    Party Type Description:

Name (if person): (Last) (First) (Middle)

Organization (if non-person):

Address:

City: State: Zip: Contact Telephone Number:

DOB:    Gender: Male Female    SSN:

Attorney Name (if represented by counsel): Bar ID: Party Type Code:

Party Type Code:    Party Type Description:

Name (if person): (Last) (First) (Middle)

Organization (if non-person):

Address:

City: State: Zip: Contact Telephone Number:

DOB:    Gender: Male Female    SSN:

Attorney Name (if represented by counsel): Bar ID: Party Type Code:

Employer Information

Petitioner/Plaintiff Employer Name:

Employer Address:

City: State: Zip: Contact Telephone Number:

Respondent/Defendant Employer Name:

Employer Address:

City: State: Zip: Contact Telephone Number:

The following information regarding children is required. Complete this section for any child subject to the action of this case.

*MACSS – Missouri Automated Child Support System

Children:

Name: SSN: DOB:

Gender: Male Female    Optional: MACSS Member Number (to be completed by the court):

Name: SSN: DOB:

Gender: Male Female    Optional: MACSS Member Number (to be completed by the court):

Name: SSN: DOB:

Gender: Male Female    Optional: MACSS Member Number (to be completed by the court):

Name: SSN: DOB:

Gender: Male Female    Optional: MACSS Member Number (to be completed by the court):

Name: SSN: DOB:

Gender: Male Female    Optional: MACSS Member Number (to be completed by the court):

Name: SSN: DOB:

Gender: Male Female    Optional: MACSS Member Number (to be completed by the court):

Name: SSN: DOB:

Gender: Male Female    Optional: MACSS Member Number (to be completed by the court):

Name: SSN: DOB:

Gender: Male Female    Optional: MACSS Member Number (to be completed by the court):

Name: SSN: DOB:

Gender: Male Female    Optional: MACSS Member Number (to be completed by the court):

Name: SSN: DOB:

Gender: Male Female    Optional: MACSS Member Number (to be completed by the court):

Check if more than ten children and attach additional sheet

Submitted by:    Bar ID (required if attorney):

Address (if not shown on previous page):

City: State: Zip:

Phone: Email Address:

*IMPORTANT: It is the parties’ responsibility to keep the court informed of any change of address or employment.*

Instructions to Clerk

Maintain the closed portion(s) of the record in a sealed manila envelope within the file. The file can be maintained with other open records. If a request is made to review the open portion of the file, the envelope can be removed from the file. Access to the record must be restricted to avoid access to the closed portion of the record.

Signature of Submitter

Date

Attorney Name / Firm

Phone

Email

Bar ID

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What the Confidential Case Filing Information Sheet Is

The Confidential Case Filing Information Sheet is a standardized intake and metadata form used to collect sensitive details required when filing confidential or sealed case materials with courts or agencies. It centralizes contact information, case identifiers, confidentiality designations, supporting exhibits, and procedural notes used by filing attorneys, court clerks, and records teams to evaluate seal requests, docketing needs, and protective-order entries in a consistent format.

Why a Clear Information Sheet Matters

A complete, accurate sheet reduces errors at filing, clarifies confidentiality claims for the clerk or judge, and shortens processing time. It helps ensure required attachments and statutory notices are included so the filing complies with local rules and preserves privileges.

Why a Clear Information Sheet Matters

Who Typically Prepares and Uses This Sheet

Use by multiple stakeholders helps reduce follow-up requests and supports defensible recordkeeping for privileged or restricted materials.

  • Filing attorneys and paralegals who assemble sealed exhibits and supporting declarations.
  • Records teams and court clerks who verify filings and apply seal or redaction orders.
  • Compliance officers and privacy officers who confirm HIPAA or FERPA implications.

Typical Signatories and Their Roles

Filing Attorney

An attorney of record who certifies the confidentiality claim, signs the filing, and attests to service. They must include bar number and firm contact; courts may sanction inaccurate certifications.

Records Manager

A records or compliance manager who confirms retention requirements, storage controls, and access restrictions for confidential pleadings and supporting exhibits.

Core Elements to Include on the Sheet

A professional sheet groups identifying data, confidentiality basis, attachments, signatory details, and routing instructions so reviewers can act without extra requests.

Case ID

Docket number and court name. Include division and presiding judge where applicable to eliminate clerical routing delays and ensure correct docket entry.

Parties

Full legal names of plaintiff(s) and defendant(s) as they appear on pleadings; include short-form party designations used on the caption.

Confidentiality Basis

Statutory or contractual basis for sealing: privilege, trade secret, HIPAA, FERPA, or protective order reference plus citation or docket entry number.

Exhibits

List of exhibits with Bates ranges, file formats, and redaction status. Flag any exhibits requiring separate sealing or in camera review.

Signatory Info

Name, title, bar number, firm or agency, phone and email, and signature block indicating who attests to the information's accuracy.

Routing Notes

Instructions for clerk processing, proposed redactions, proposed public filing redacted version, and whether a sealing motion accompanies the submission.

Step-by-Step: Completing and Submitting the Sheet

Follow these steps to prepare a defensible and complete Confidential Case Filing Information Sheet before submission.

  • 01
    Collect case data: Gather docket number and parties.
  • 02
    Identify basis: Determine legal or contractual confidentiality basis.
  • 03
    Attach exhibits: Ensure exhibits are labeled and redacted as needed.
  • 04
    Sign and file: Have authorized signer execute and submit.

Configuring an Online Workflow for This Sheet

Configure a digital workflow to standardize collection, approvals, and e-filing steps for confidential submissions.

Field Configuration
Required Fields Mark docket number, party names, and confidentiality basis as mandatory.
Conditional Fields Show exhibit details only if 'Exhibits attached' is checked.
Signer Order Route first to filing attorney, then records manager for verification.
Authentication Enable email or SMS verification for external signers.

Where to Send the Completed Sheet

Select the proper destination based on the filing type and local court procedures to avoid returned or rejected submissions.

  • Electronic Court Filing: Upload to the court's e-filing portal with the motion or document.
  • Clerk's Office: Provide printed copy when required by local rule.
  • Records Team: Send copy to internal records for retention.
  • Opposing Counsel: Serve required redacted versions per local rules.

Delivery Options and Technical Considerations

Preserve an audit trail and store signed records in a secure repository with controlled access to meet court and regulatory expectations.

  • Accepted Formats: PDF and DOCX.
  • Integrations: Works with case management systems.
  • Authentication: Use strong signer verification.

Timing Considerations and Filing Expectations

Plan submissions to meet court filing windows, local sealing motion schedules, and any agency-specific notice periods to avoid late filings.

Pre-Filing Review:

Allow 3–5 business days for internal review.

Sealing Motion:

Follow local rule deadlines for supporting declarations.

E-Filing Window:

Submit within court business hours unless portal accepts after-hours uploads.

Service Deadlines:

Serve required redacted versions per local rules.

Retention Start:

Retention begins on the filing date or effective date noted.

Consequences of Inaccurate or Incomplete Sheets

Court Sanctions: Monetary sanctions possible.
Denial of Seal: Sealing request may be denied.
Privacy Breach: Unauthorized disclosure risk.
Regulatory Fines: HIPAA or agency penalties.
Delays: Processing delays and extra filings.
Corrective Filings: Costs for amended submissions.

Common Preparation Mistakes to Avoid

  • Omitting the docket number or court division, which leads to misfiled documents and clerical return.
  • Failing to cite the legal basis for confidentiality, causing the clerk to treat the filing as public.
  • Submitting exhibits without Bates ranges or redacted public versions, increasing clerk follow-ups and sealing denials.
  • Using informal names or initials for parties instead of full legal names used in the case caption.

Practical Tips for Accurate and Efficient Filings

Adopt a checklist and standardized template to reduce rework, ensure compliance, and accelerate clerk processing.

Use a standardized header
Create and reuse a consistent header with docket number, court name, and judge to ensure each filing is routed correctly and to avoid clerical misplacement.
Confirm confidentiality basis
Document the statutory or contractual basis clearly and attach supporting authority or protective order citations to reduce judicial questions and speed decisions.
Prepare redacted public versions
Provide a redacted public filing alongside sealed exhibits in the required format so the clerk can immediately docket the public record without additional motions.
Keep an audit trail
Preserve signing metadata, submission timestamps, and version history to demonstrate chain of custody and support later compliance or discovery needs.

Comparing eSignature Providers for Confidential Filings

Platform selection affects authentication, audit trails, HIPAA support, and envelope limits. The table summarizes typical starting prices and key compliance attributes.

signNow DocuSign Adobe Sign PandaDoc HelloSign
Starting Price $8/user/mo $15/user/mo $14/user/mo $19/user/mo $15/user/mo
Free Trial 7-day free trial (no card) Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan
Bulk Send Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No
Envelope Cap No cap 100 envelopes/user/year Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan

Representative Use Cases

Real-world examples show how standardized sheets reduce back-and-forth and speed clerk processing in routine and complex matters.

Tech Data — Enterprise Filing

Tech Data used a standardized intake sheet to centralize confidential exhibits

  • The sheet captured privilege and exhibit metadata
  • This reduced clerk follow-up and shortened time to docketing while preserving audit evidence for compliance.

Fertility Centers of Illinois — Healthcare

Fertility Centers attached explicit HIPAA basis and patient authorization references

  • The sheet identified protected health information
  • The process reduced redaction errors and helped staff meet retention and BAA obligations for sealed medical exhibits.

Frequently Asked Questions and Troubleshooting

Answers to common questions about signing, filing, and maintaining Confidential Case Filing Information Sheets to reduce processing errors and compliance risk.


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