Who fills out this form?

The form is signed by the attorney and the guardian ad litem. It is a request made by them to the court staff.

What does filing this form do?

Filing this document with the clerk proves that a written request for the trial record was made.

Does this form ask for a hearing?

No, this form is used after the trial has already been heard and a final judgment has been issued.

2JLegal-aid form

Notice to Clerk and Court Reporter to Prepare Records (Form 2J)

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This form is a notice given to the court clerk and court reporter. It asks them to prepare a written record of the trial proceedings because the court has issued a final judgment and no appeal will be taken.

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Where this fits in a case

General & info

Information / general use — not tied to one step of a case

This form is used after a trial has concluded and a final judgment has been issued. It is requested by the attorney or guardian ad litem for the record to be made available to specific people.

Either party may file.

Common questions

Who fills out this form?: The form is signed by the attorney and the guardian ad litem. It is a request made by them to the court staff.
What does filing this form do?: Filing this document with the clerk proves that a written request for the trial record was made.
Does this form ask for a hearing?: No, this form is used after the trial has already been heard and a final judgment has been issued.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026.

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