TNComp: Springing into Action

By Penny Shrum, Clerk of Court, Nashville

Spring is a season of new beginnings. Please grow with us and use TNComp!

The new rules are in effect. They are posted on the Court’s webpage and the Tennessee Secretary of State website.

On April 1, 2026, the clerk’s office will begin returning documents that should be filed in TNComp by attorneys.

Tennessee Compilation Rules and Regulations 0800-02-21-.02(16): Attorneys MUST file documents via TNComp, the Court’s electronic filing system.

No more emailing, mailing, faxing or hand-delivering by attorneys. A document is considered “filed” based on the date and time it was filed in the system. But self-represented parties might still use the other filing methods. (Using TNComp is better, but not all self-represented parties have the same resources as lawyers.)

Below are answers to frequently asked questions about TNComp.

Why am I “invalid”?

This means your BPR number isn’t in TNComp or you have entered it with a leading zero. If your BPR number is 012345, please use 12345 to register. Still “invalid”? Email the Court Clerk at wc.courtclerk@tn.gov with you or your attorney’s BPR number.

I can’t reset my password.

If you’ve tried to use the forgot password option and haven’t received an email with a new password, email to request a password reset.

Why is the docket number “invalid”?

If the docket number isn’t recognized, verify that a dispute certification notice has been issued and the docket number is correct. TNComp is only available in files where a dispute certification notice has been issued. Don’t enter the dashes in the docket number; TNComp does that for you. If a dispute certification notice hasn’t been entered, email the clerk or the assigned mediator.

As soon as the dispute certification notice is submitted to the Court, request access to the file. That way you’ll already have access for upcoming deadlines,

Why is it taking so long for access to the docket to be approved?

The clerk manually approves docket requests once the dispute certification notice is assigned to a judge. Access requests are reviewed by the clerk’s office and approved at least three times a day.

Why can’t I see my filings? Why is the Docket closed?

If a D or R is on the end of the docket number, please re-request access to the docket without the D or R. If the case has settled, been dismissed or a compensation order issued, please email the clerk for information you need.

When a dispute certification notice has not been issued, you may email notice of appearances, motions, subpoenas for signature, and proposed orders to the clerk. Subpoenas and agreed orders should be emailed for review and signature. Only upload a subpoena after it has been served.

What happens when you upload a file to TNComp?

You can immediately download a file-stamped copy. As soon as you upload the document, it is in the Court’s TNComp file. The judge, their staff, and the clerk’s office receive notification that it was filed.

What if the TNComp computer system is down?

Email the clerk.

Do I need to email the file-stamped copy to the clerk?

No.

What if I uploaded the wrong document/to the wrong file/under incorrect filing name?

Email the clerk. We’re happy to help.

Why won’t my document upload?

It must be in Adobe format. TNComp won’t accept Word documents or photos; only Adobe. Convert your document to Adobe and upload it.

Is it in Adobe signature format? Convert it to a regular Adobe file.

Is it over 20 MBs? Condense the document, or upload it to the link listed on TNComp.

Is it a recording? Email those.

Common filing uploads:

WC Type: Requests for; WC Sub Type: Status hearing
WC Type: Motions; WC Sub Type: Motion to Compel Discovery
WC Type: Motions; WC Sub Type: Response to Motion for Discovery
WC Type: Prehearing Brief/Statement; WC Sub Type: Employee or Employer
WC Type: Notice; WC Sub Type: Depositions
WC Type: Objections; WC Sub Type: Use of C-32

Conclusion

Thank you for starting your spring with TNComp. You can search this blog for prior posts about TNComp on the right-hand side of your screen. If you have questions, feel free to email me.