2 REMOVING CASES TO FEDERAL COURT – A CHECKLIST Defendants in consumer finance cases regularly “remove” cases filed against them in state court to federal court. This booklet discusses the process of removal, including the factors defendants should consider before deciding to remove a case to federal court. It sets forth a step by step “checklist” for defendants who decide they would prefer federal court to state court. If you have any questions about the information contained in this booklet, please contact Tom Cunningham at 312-443-1731 or at tcunningham@lockelord.com.