If a legal case with your name on it is showing up on Leagle.com, it’s probably also showing up on Google. That can be a major problem. Whether the case was dismissed, sealed, or just something you’d rather not have associated with your name, you’re likely asking one question:

Can I remove court records from Leagle?

Yes — in some cases. But it depends on a few key factors, and the process isn’t automatic. This guide walks you through what works, what doesn’t, and how to improve your odds of success.

What Is Leagle and Why Are You Listed There?

Leagle.com is a legal opinion and case law database. It republishes court decisions and summaries from federal and state courts across the U.S. Many of these opinions are already public, but Leagle formats them in a way that makes them easier for Google to index — and harder for individuals to ignore.

If your name appears in a published court decision, even if you’re not the main party, it can end up on Leagle. And once it’s on Leagle, it often shows up on page one of Google when someone searches for you.

Can You Remove Court Records from Leagle?

Yes, but only under specific circumstances. Here’s what typically works:

1. The case has been expunged, sealed, or vacated

If you’ve gone through the legal process and the court has sealed, expunged, or vacated the case, you have legal standing to request removal. Leagle has removed content in these cases before — especially when the request is backed by an official court order.

What to do:

• Gather certified copies of your court order
• Write a clear takedown request explaining your legal status
• Send it through Leagle’s contact form or publicly listed email

2. The case includes sensitive or personal data

If the Leagle page includes personal details such as your home address, Social Security number, or private financial information, you can argue that it violates privacy standards.

What to do:

• Document the data that creates a risk
• Mention applicable state privacy laws
• Request redaction or full page removal

3. You were a minor at the time of the case

Some jurisdictions prohibit the online publication of court cases involving minors. If you were under 18 during the time of the incident, mention this in your request.

What Probably Won’t Work

Leagle is not obligated to remove content just because it’s inconvenient or embarrassing. If the case is still public, not sealed, and factually accurate, you may not succeed with a removal request alone.

Things that generally don’t work:

• Asking without legal documentation
• Threatening lawsuits without basis
• Claiming defamation when the facts are accurate and publicly available

What to Say in Your Request

Here’s a basic structure for your removal request:

Subject: Request for Removal of Court Record from Leagle

Body:

Hello,

I’m writing to formally request the removal (or redaction) of the court record titled “[Case Name]” currently published at the following URL: [insert URL].

I am a named party in this case. Since the court has [sealed/expunged/vacated] this record as of [insert date], the continued online availability of this page violates the intent of the court order.

Attached is a certified copy of the order for your review.

Please confirm that you’ve received this request and let me know if you require additional documentation.

Thank you,

[Your Full Name]

[Your Contact Info]

What If Leagle Says No?

If Leagle rejects your request, or simply doesn’t respond, you still have options:

• Contact the court: In some states, the court can issue a takedown or suppression request on your behalf.
• File a complaint: Depending on your location, consumer protection agencies may intervene if privacy rights are being violated.
• Hire a reputation management company: Firms like Top Shelf Reputation and Erase have experience dealing with Leagle and similar platforms. They can handle negotiations, documentation, and escalation for you.

In many cases, these companies also build positive content to suppress the unwanted result in Google, even if the page can’t be removed.

Suppression as a Backup Plan

If you can’t remove court records from Leagle, the next step is suppression. This means creating content that outranks the Leagle page in search results.

What to build:

• A personal website using your name as the domain
• Updated LinkedIn and business profiles
• Guest blog posts or articles under your name
• Press releases, podcast interviews, or features in reputable publications

This strategy doesn’t erase the Leagle page, but it pushes it off the first page — where fewer people will see it.

Final Thought

You may not have chosen to be part of a public court record, but you can choose how much visibility it gets. If the case has been sealed or expunged, you have legal grounds to request its removal. Even if you can’t remove court records from Leagle, you can control what shows up next to them in Google.

In reputation, visibility is everything. Start with what the law allows. Then build forward.