Georgia E-Filing Guide
Georgia uses two systems: Fulton, DeKalb, and Gwinnett counties use eFileGA (Odyssey), while Cobb and rural counties use PeachCourt. Neither publishes a confirmed statewide per-document size cap, so read the limit shown in your county's portal; the distinctive Georgia requirement is the serial numbering itself (no letters for defendants).
- eFileGA / PeachCourt (eFileGA) is the electronic filing system for Georgia courts.
- The eFileGA file size limit is Not published — check the portal.
- The primary accepted file format on eFileGA is PDF format required.
- The official eFileGA / PeachCourt portal is at https://efilega.com/.
- ExhibitPrep applies exhibit stamps entirely in the browser, so case files never leave the user’s computer.
- ExhibitPrep includes 29 court-ready stamp templates covering plaintiff, defendant, deposition, and joint exhibit designations.
- ExhibitPrep’s Trial Binder Mode builds exhibit books with alphabetic labels (A, B, C), per-exhibit page numbering (A1–A5), and an auto-generated table of contents.
eFileGA / PeachCourt Requirements
USCR 7.2 Serial Numbering
Georgia's civil pretrial order form directs counsel to mark all exhibits before trial. No letters for defendants. Confirm any numbering convention, including subparts, with the assigned judge's pretrial order.
Sufficient Particularity
Identify each exhibit clearly enough that opposing parties can raise objections.
Check the Portal File Size Cap
Georgia publishes no confirmed statewide per-document limit. A statewide per-document limit could not be confirmed from a primary source, so treat the cap your county portal displays as authoritative and compress or split large exhibits.
Digital Format for Reporter
Some Fulton County Superior Court judges require exhibits to be scanned individually and emailed to the court reporter.
Accepted File Formats
- • PDF format required
- • No confirmed statewide per-document cap — read the limit in the portal
- • Serial numbering only (1, 2, 3...)
- • No alphabetical or numerical subparts
Common eFileGA Filing Issues
Upload Rejected for File Size
Georgia has the strictest limit. Heavily compress images or split multi-page exhibits into separate files. Most exhibits will need optimization.
Used Letters for Defendants
Georgia is unique: all exhibits use numbers only (1, 2, 3...), even for defendants. Do not use A, B, C. This is strictly enforced per USCR 7.2.
Used Subparts (1A, 1B)
USCR 7.2 prohibits alphabetical or numerical subparts. Check the assigned judge's pretrial order for how exhibits must be numbered. Instead of Exhibit 1A and 1B, use Exhibit 1 and Exhibit 2.
Wrong E-Filing System
Check your county: Fulton/DeKalb/Gwinnett use eFileGA (Odyssey). Cobb and rural counties use PeachCourt. They are separate systems.
🆕 New: Trial Binder Mode for Multi-Exhibit Filings
Filing multiple exhibits with eFileGA? Use Trial Binder Mode to create court-ready exhibit books with alphabetic labels (A, B, C), per-exhibit page numbering (A1-A5), and auto-generated table of contents. Great for complex filings with numerous exhibits.
Learn about Trial Binder ModeWhy Use ExhibitPrep for eFileGA?
ExhibitPrep prepares embedded exhibit labels for your review. Inspect the export against the current eFileGA / PeachCourt requirements before you upload.
Aggressive Compression
ExhibitPrep shows file sizes before export, so you can size exhibits to whatever cap your Georgia portal enforces.
Serial Numbering Only
Templates use proper serial numbering (1, 2, 3...) for all parties per USCR 7.2.
No Subparts
Enforces Georgia rule against subparts. Each exhibit gets unique serial number.
Multi-County Support
Works with both eFileGA (Odyssey) and PeachCourt systems.
How to Prepare Exhibits for eFileGA
Keep exhibit files small
Compress images heavily or split multi-page exhibits. Georgia limit is extremely strict.
Select Georgia template
Use serial numbering template (1, 2, 3...) for all parties. No letters allowed.
Add stamps with no subparts
Number exhibits serially. Do not use 1A, 1B format. Each exhibit gets unique number.
Download optimized exhibits
Export compressed PDFs and check each file against the cap your portal displays.
Upload to eFileGA or PeachCourt
Use efilega.com for Fulton/DeKalb/Gwinnett. Use PeachCourt for Cobb and rural counties.
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Frequently Asked Questions about eFileGA
What is the eFileGA file size limit?
Georgia publishes no confirmed statewide per-document limit for eFileGA (Odyssey) or PeachCourt. No official statewide limit was confirmed for eFileGA or PeachCourt, so check the cap displayed in your county portal and compress or split large exhibits accordingly.
Why does Georgia use numbers only for all parties?
Georgia USCR 7.2 requires serial numbering only, starting with 1. Unlike other states, defendants do not use letters (A, B, C) or D-1, D-2 format. All parties use sequential numbers: plaintiff exhibits 1-10, defendant exhibits 11-20, etc. This is unique to Georgia.
Can I use exhibit subparts like 1A and 1B in Georgia?
No. USCR 7.2 specifically prohibits alphabetical or numerical subparts. Confirm with the assigned judge's pretrial order whether numbering such as Exhibit 1A or Exhibit 1-1 is acceptable. Confirm exhibit numbering requirements with the assigned judge's pretrial order. Giving each document its own exhibit number, rather than subparts such as 1A and 1B, avoids confusion unless the judge's order directs otherwise.
What is the difference between eFileGA and PeachCourt?
eFileGA (Odyssey system) is used by Fulton, DeKalb, and Gwinnett counties. PeachCourt is used by Cobb County and many rural Georgia counties. They are separate e-filing systems with different interfaces, but both follow the same USCR rules; neither publishes a confirmed statewide per-document size cap, so check the limit in the portal you file through.
Does Fulton County have special exhibit requirements?
Yes. Some Fulton County Superior Court judges require each exhibit to be scanned individually and emailed to the court reporter, so check your assigned judge's order. This is in addition to e-filing through eFileGA. Check with your assigned court reporter for their email address and format preferences.
ExhibitPrep formats documents; it does not provide legal advice or filing approval. Some guidance remains unverified. Citations support only their stated claims and scope. Review the finished files against current court instructions and case orders before filing. Check requirements and the finished PDF before filing.
Official eFileGA / PeachCourt Portal
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