Forgers can t just cut and paste a digital signature from a genuine document to a phony document because each digital signature is, as a practical matter, unique. Other law firms have only primitive ability to store and manage electronic records. Still other law firms are saddled with one or more Paleolithic Era lawyers who can t use their computer to read their e-mail, let alone an electronic pleading. However, not requiring paper for filings is not the same thing as banishing paper for all purposes. All e-filing formats now being considered allow paper copies to be printed when needed.
Some people argue that electronic filing is impractical because technology changes too rapidly.
Software offers similar problems. However, with proper planning, it doesn t really matter . Standard technologies don t disappear instantly. There is always a transition period, during which conversion is relatively easy. Courts must develop and implement migration plans that keep pace with technology.