Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida, Miami-Dade County Document Format Requirements

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders must be submitted in Word format via CourtMAP and must not be mailed to Chambers.

Proposed orders must be submitted in Word format via CourtMAP. DO NOT mail them to Chambers.

Required

Always

Format

PDF

All documents submitted for special set hearings must be in PDF format.

All documents must be submitted electronically via courtMAP in pdf format.

Motions and memoranda submitted for specially set hearings must be one-sided (no double-sided submissions).

BE ONE-SIDED (NO DOUBLE-SIDED SUBMISSIONS)

Motions and memoranda for specially set hearings must be typed in 12 point font.

TYPED IN 12 POINT FONT

Motions and memoranda for specially set hearings must be double spaced.

BE DOUBLE SPACED

Margins

top 1 in, bottom 1 in, left 1 in, right 1 in

Motions and memoranda for specially set hearings must contain 1 inch margins.

CONTAIN 1 INCH MARGINS

Motions and memoranda for specially set hearings must include page numbers.

INCLUDE PAGE NUMBERS

Foreclosure matters are heard on Tuesdays; motions to cancel sale may also be heard Wednesdays/Thursdays at 9:00 a.m.; non-foreclosure matters may only be heard Wednesdays and Thursdays at 9:00 a.m.

Foreclosure matters will only be heard on Tuesdays unless you are scheduling a Motion to Cancel Sale. Motions to Cancel Sale may also be scheduled for hearing on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 9:00 a.m. DO NOT schedule non-foreclosure matters on Tuesdays; non-foreclosure matters are only heard on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 9:00 a.m.

Do not create multiple events for one case; courtMAP allows two motions per case, and add-on motions require timely amending the notice of hearing with the additional motion uploaded.

*DO NOT create multiple events (set multiple hearings) for any one case. CourtMAP allows for two (2) motions to be set on each case. If a hearing is set and the need arises to add-on a motion, that may be done by way of timely amending the notice of hearing to include the second motion and uploading copies of the additional motion and the amended notice.

Add-on motions to special set hearings are not permitted without the Court's permission.

*ADD-ON motions to special set hearings are not permitted without the Court's permission.

Required

Always

Format

PDF

All documents must be submitted electronically via courtMAP in PDF format.

All documents must be submitted electronically via courtMAP in pdf format.

Format

DOCX

Orders must be submitted in Word format on the courtMAP pre-generated blank order form, separate from other documents.

Order MUST be in Word format on the courtMap pre-generated blank order form (separate and apart from other documents being submitted).

Format

DOCX

Orders submitted to the Court must be in Microsoft Word format.

All orders must be submitted via CourtMAP in Microsoft Word format.

Format

DOCX

All proposed orders submitted to Proposed Orders or Agreed Orders must be in Word format on the courtMap pre-generated blank order form.

All proposed orders submitted to “Proposed Orders” or to “Agreed Orders” MUST: 1. reflect the date of the hearing, if any; 2. be in Word format on the courtMap pre-generated blank order form; and 3. be accompanied with the motion, all pertinent supporting documents (i.e. returns of service, stipulations, etc.) and/or with a letter of explanation.

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders must be submitted in Word format to allow for Court editing and electronic signature.

Proposed orders must be submitted in Word format to allow for Court editing and electronic signature.

Format

PDF

The accompanying motion and supporting documents must be uploaded under the 'Supporting Documents' tab in PDF format.

The accompanying motion and any supporting documents must be uploaded under the "Supporting Documents" tab in PDF format.

Format

PDF

All orders submitted to the Judge must be in PDF format.

All Orders must be submitted in PDF.

Format

PDF

All orders submitted to the judge must be in PDF format.

All Orders must be submitted in PDF.

Format

PDF

All orders submitted to the Judge must be in PDF format.

All Orders must be submitted in PDF.

Format

DOCX

Agreed orders must be submitted through courtMAP in Microsoft Word format.

All agreed orders must be submitted via courtMAP in Microsoft Word format.

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders must be submitted in Microsoft Word format.

All proposed orders must be submitted in Microsoft Word format.

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders must be submitted through courtMAP in Microsoft Word format.

All proposed orders must be submitted via courtMAP in Microsoft Word format.

Format

DOCX

Orders submitted via COURTMAP must be in Word format.

Orders must be submitted in Word format.

Format

PDF

Proposed orders for previously heard matters must include a PDF cover letter, PDF copy of the motion, and a WORD proposed order (no preset templates/fillable forms), or the order will be rejected if it cannot be electronically signed.

A. Proposed orders for all matters that have previously been heard must include the following SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: 1. A cover letter that complies with the above requirements, in PDF format. 2. A copy of the motion in PDF format. 3. A proposed order in WORD format. Please do not use preset templates or fillable forms as some do not allow for electronic signature. Any order which cannot be electronically signed will be rejected.

Format

PDF

Proposed orders for matters not yet heard must include a PDF cover letter, PDF copy of the motion, and a WORD proposed order (no preset templates/fillable forms), or the order will be rejected if it cannot be electronically signed.

B. Proposed orders for matters that have not been heard must include the following SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: 1. A cover letter that complies with the above requirements, in PDF format. 2. A copy of the motion in PDF format. 3. A proposed order in WORD format. Please do not use preset templates or fillable forms as some do not allow for electronic signature. Any order which cannot be electronically signed will be rejected.

Proposed orders must be written in paragraphs without numbering, bullets, ALL CAPS, bolding, or underlining and must be reviewed for proper formatting, margins, font size, and alignment or they will be rejected.

Proposed orders must be written in paragraphs without numbering or lettering [orders are not pleadings], no bulleting, no ALL CAPS, no Bolding and no Underlining. Please review the order formatting before submitting [use the review button - check for margin errors, proper font sizing and alignment]. Failure to properly format orders will result in rejection.

Orders must be written in paragraphs and not numbered like pleadings, and must be reviewed for correct formatting or they will be rejected.

***Orders must be written in paragraphs and not numbered like pleadings. Please review your proposed order by using the review button and make sure that the formatting is correct (improperly formatted orders will be rejected).

Format

DOCX

Proposed or agreed orders must be submitted in Word format.

Orders MUST be submitted in Word format.

Each CourtMAP submission must be clearly labeled with its document type (e.g., 'Notice of Hearing', 'Motion to Dismiss'); unlabeled PDFs should not be submitted.

It is very important to label each submission (i.e) "Notice of Hearing", "Motion to Dismiss"! Do not simply submit a PDF without it being labeled.

Format

DOCX

Agreed orders must be submitted via eCourtesy in Microsoft Word format.

All agreed orders must be submitted via eCourtesy in Microsoft Word format.

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders must be submitted via eCourtesy in Microsoft Word format.

All proposed orders must be submitted via eCourtesy in Microsoft Word format.

Format

DOCX

Agreed orders must be submitted through courtMAP in Microsoft Word format.

All Agreed Orders must be submitted via courtMAP in Microsoft Word format.

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders submitted to 'Proposed Orders' must be in Word format on the courtMAP pre-generated blank order form.

All proposed orders submitted to "Proposed Orders" MUST be in Word format on the courtMap pre-generated blank order form

Format

PDF

The cover letter and the motion with any attachments in a Courtmap submission must be in PDF format.

All submissions MUST include a cover letter (PDF format), motion (with attachments, if any, all in PDF format)

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders must be in Word format without preset templates or fillable forms, and any order that cannot be electronically signed will be rejected.

and proposed order (in WORD format...Please DO NOT use preset templates or fillable forms as some do not allow for electronic signature. Any order which cannot be electronically signed will be rejected).

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders must be submitted in Word format on the courtMAP pre-generated blank order form.

Please file all proposed Orders via courtMAP under "Proposed Orders" or "Agreed Orders." Proposed Orders are only accepted via courtMAP, which must be submitted in Word format on the courtMAP pre-generated blank order form, and accompanied with a Motion and all supporting documents.

Format

DOCX

All agreed orders must be submitted through eCourtesy in Microsoft Word format.

All Agreed Orders must be submitted via eCourtesy in Microsoft Word format.

Proposed orders must be in Times New Roman type with a minimum 12-point font.

Proposed orders should be in Times New Roman type, with a minimum of 12 point font.

Format

DOCX

Agreed orders must be submitted via courtMAP in Microsoft Word format.

All agreed orders must be submitted via courtMAP in Microsoft Word format.

Format

DOCX

The motion and proposed order submitted with a hearing request email must be in Microsoft Word format.

The e-mail must include the motion seeking to be heard and a proposed Order, (if applicable) in Microsoft Word format.

Proposed-order packages (for both heard and not-heard matters) must include a PDF cover letter, a PDF copy of the motion, and a WORD proposed order without preset templates or fillable forms, and orders that cannot be electronically signed will be rejected.

1. A cover letter that complies with the above requirements, in PDF format. 2. A copy of the motion in PDF format. 3. A proposed order in WORD format. Please do not use preset templates or fillable forms as some do not allow for electronic signature. Any order which cannot be electronically signed will be rejected.

Format

DOCX

Once the required documents are on the docket, a Proposed Final Judgment must be submitted in Word format and will be rejected if the filed pleadings do not comply with Florida Statutes.

Once these documents are reflected on the docket, submit a Proposed Final Judgment in Word Format. Please Note: If the Court determines that the pleadings filed do not comply with Florida Statutes, your Proposed Final Judgment will be rejected.

Hard copies and binders must not be submitted to chambers; the Court prefers well-organized concise electronic copies.

DO NOT Submit Hard Copies or Binders to Chambers. The Court prefers well-organized concise electronic copies.

Trial exhibits must follow the division marking convention: Plaintiff exhibits marked for identification as 1-A/1-B/1-C and admitted Plaintiff exhibits as 1/2/3; Defendant exhibits marked for identification as A-1/A-2/A-3 and admitted Defendant exhibits as A/B/C.

Plaintiff will be marked for identification as 1-A, 1-B, 1-C, etc. Plaintiff exhibits admitted into evidence will be marked as 1, 2, 3, etc. Defendant will be marked for identification as A-1, A-2, A-3, etc. Defendant exhibits admitted into evidence will be marked as A, B, C, etc.

Format

DOCX

All orders submitted through courtMAP must be in Word format.

All orders must be submitted through courtMAP in Word format.

All evidence a party seeks to introduce must be in English or translated into English.

All evidence a party is seeking to introduce must be in English or translated into English.

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders must be in Word format on the courtMap pre-generated blank order form and must be accompanied by the filed motion and all supporting documents.

All proposed orders submitted to "Proposed Orders" or to "Agreed Orders" MUST be in Word format on the courtMap pre-generated blank order form and must be accompanied with the filed motion (i.e., the version of the PDF with the Clerk's stamp) and all supporting documents (i.e. stipulations, returns of service, etc.).

Format

PDF

courtMAP submissions for special sets must be PDF files named to identify the party and contents with a '-BOOKMARKED' suffix, OCR-searchable, with bookmarked argument headings, exhibit divider pages with large bold centered exhibit numbers/letters, and properly titled bookmarks for exhibits and supporting documents.

i. The PDF submissions must be appropriately and consistently named in a way to identify the party submitting it and what the file contains. For example, "Plaintiff's Motion for Summary Judgment-BOOKMARKED.pdf" and "Defendant's Response to Motion for Summary Judgment – BOOKMARKED.pdf." To enable the Court to confirm compliance with these requirements and approve a hearing request without having first to download the PDF and open it, add "-BOOKMARKED" to the end of the title (e.g. "P's Motion to Dismiss Supporting Documents - BOOKMARKED.pdf"). ii. "OCR" the PDF files. That is, make the text within the PDF files searchable. iii. For the motion, use PDF software to bookmark the argument headings / sections so the Court can quickly reference them during a hearing. iv. For the exhibits, insert a page before each exhibit with the large, bold, centered number or letter of the exhibit. The font size should be the largest possible font that will allow the exhibit number/letter to fit on a single page. v. Use PDF software to bookmark each page containing the exhibit number or letter. The bookmarks must be properly titled (e.g., Ex. A – Affidavit of John Smith) and in the appropriate order. vi. Use PDF software to bookmark any other supporting document and properly title the bookmark, such as legal authority.

Format

DOCX

The Agreed Recommended Order must be submitted in Word format.

The Agreed Recommended Order must be submitted in Word format.

The Magistrate will not open USB drives, Dropbox links, videos, or email attachments, so the presenting party must be prepared to screenshare or display the video exhibit from their own device at the hearing.

The Magistrate does not open any USB drives sent to the Clerk of Court nor provided at any in-person hearings, Dropbox links, videos, or email attachments. The party wishing to present the evidence shall be prepared to screenshare or display the exhibit from their own device at the time of hearing.

All motions on the Motion Calendar are limited to 5 minutes of hearing time.

ALL MOTION MUST TAKE ONLY 5 MINUTES OF HEARING TIME.

Format

DOCX

Jury instructions, verdict forms, and proposed findings of fact and conclusions of law must be submitted in Word format.

All Jury Instructions, Verdict Forms, and/or Proposed Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law must be submitted in word format to CBL44Docs@jud11.flcourts.org - PRIOR TO THE FINAL PRE-TRIAL CONFERENCE -

Format

DOCX

Agreed orders must be submitted via courtMAP in Microsoft Word format only under the Agreed Orders Tab.

All agreed Orders must be submitted via courtMAP in MICROSOFT WORD FORMAT ONLY under the "Agreed Orders Tab".

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders must be submitted via courtMAP in Microsoft Word format only under the Proposed Order Tab.

All proposed orders must be submitted via courtMAP in MICROSOFT WORD FORMAT ONLY under the "Proposed Order Tab

Trials, pleas, and evidentiary hearings must occur in person, except evidentiary hearings may be held on Zoom by stipulation of the parties and the Court.

***The following hearings MUST occur in-person: Trials, Pleas and Evidentiary Hearings. Evidentiary Hearings may occur on Zoom by stipulation of the parties and the Court. ***

The order title must be typed in the CourtMAP title box, not in the body of the proposed or agreed order.

When submitting your proposed/agreed order, the title of the order must be typed in the title box provided by CourtMAP, NOT in the body of the proposed/agreed order.

Proposed order submissions must include the cover letter and motion in PDF format and the proposed order in Word format without preset templates or fillable forms, or the order will be rejected if it cannot be electronically signed.

1. A cover letter that complies with the above requirements, in PDF format. 2. A copy of the motion in PDF format. 3. A proposed order in WORD format. Please do not use preset templates or fillable forms as some do not allow for electronic signature. Any order which cannot be electronically signed will be rejected.

Required

Always

Hard copies and binders are not accepted by the Court.

HARD COPIES or BINDERS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.

Telephonic appearances are prohibited for special set hearings before Division 17.

(NO TELEPHONIC APPEARANCES FOR SPECIAL SET HEARINGS)

Required

Always

Compliance with Fla. R. Gen. Prac. & Jud. Admin. 2.515(d)(2) is required effective June 15, 2026.

Effective June 15, 2026, compliance with new rule Fla. R. Gen. Prac. & Jud. Admin. 2.515(d)(2) is required

Format

DOCX

All orders must be submitted in Word format using the courtMAP pre-generated blank Order form.

ALL Orders MUST be submitted in WORD format on the courtMAP pre-generated blank Order form and must be accompanied with a motion and supporting documents or a letter of explanation.

Format

DOCX

All proposed orders must be submitted in Word format using the pre-generated blank order form on courtMAP.

All proposed orders must be submitted in Word format using the pre-generated blank order form on courtMAP.

Proposed orders must use Times New Roman with a minimum 12-point font.

Proposed orders should be in Times New Roman type, with a minimum of 12-point font.

Proposed orders must be in Times New Roman with a minimum 12-point font.

Proposed orders should be in Times New Roman type, with a minimum of 12 point font.

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders submitted via courtMAP must be in Word format on the courtMAP pre-generated blank order form.

Proposed Orders are only accepted via courtMAP, which must be submitted in Word format on the courtMAP pre-generated blank order form, and accompanied with a Motion and all supporting documents.

The first page of each exhibit must be marked, with plaintiff exhibits marked with numbers and defendant exhibits marked with letters.

1. Mark the first page of each document it intends to introduce into evidence. (Plaintiff with numbers/Defendant with letters.)

Format

DOCX

All orders must be submitted as Word documents on CourtMAP's pre-generated blank order form.

All orders must be submitted as a Word document on CourtMAP's pre-generated blank order.

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders must be submitted in Word format on the courtMAP pre-generated blank order form.

Proposed Orders are only accepted via courtMAP, which must be submitted in Word format on the courtMAP pre-generated blank order form, and accompanied with a Motion and all supporting documents. Please be advised courtMAP automatically adds the case style, order title, judge's signature block, and the Done and Ordered language to the order.

The order title must be typed in the courtMAP title box, not in the body of the proposed or agreed order.

When submitting your Proposed/Agreed Order, the title of the order must be typed in the title box provided by courtMAP, not in the body of the proposed/agreed order.

Required

Always

Format

PDF

All documents must be submitted electronically via courtMAP in PDF format.

All documents must be submitted electronically via courtMAP in pdf format.

Format

DOCX

Agreed orders must be submitted in Microsoft Word format.

All Agreed Orders must be submitted via courtMAP in Microsoft Word format.

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders must be submitted in Microsoft Word format.

All Proposed Orders must be submitted via courtMAP in Microsoft Word format.

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders must be submitted in Microsoft Word format.

All Proposed Orders must be submitted via courtMAP in Microsoft Word format.

Format

DOCX

Agreed orders must be submitted in Microsoft Word format.

All Agreed Orders must be submitted via CMAP in Microsoft Word format.

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders must be in Word format or they will be rejected.

The Order needs to be in a Word Format, if not the Order will be rejected.

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders must be in Word format when uploaded.

Proposed Orders need to be upload through Court Map, make sure that the Order is in Word Format.

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders must be submitted in Word format on the CourtMAP pre-generated blank order form.

ALL proposed Orders MUST be submitted in WORD format on the courtMAP pre-generated blank Order form and must be accompanied with a motion and supporting documents or a letter of explanation.

Format

DOCX

All proposed orders must be submitted in Word format on the courtMAP pre-generated blank order form.

ALL proposed Orders MUST be submitted in WORD format on the courtMAP pre-generated blank Order form and must be accompanied with a motion and supporting documents or a letter of explanation.

For in-person trials, parties must bring hard copies of exhibits pre-marked per the Exhibits Worksheet, submitted on the first day of trial in a binder or individual folders for the clerk to mark.

All parties are required to bring hard copies of their exhibits to trial. Exhibits must be pre-marked for identification as per the Exhibits Worksheet found under the "documents" tab. Exhibits must be submitted on the first day of trial. Each party should provide the clerk with the exhibits they wish to have marked for identification, either in a binder or in individual folders. The clerk will then mark each exhibit accordingly.

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders must be submitted in Word format on the courtMAP pre-generated blank Order form.

ALL proposed Orders MUST be submitted in WORD format on the courtMAP pre-generated blank Order form

Proposed orders must be renamed from the generic title block, with the title typed in the courtMAP title box rather than in the body of the order.

ALL proposed Orders MUST be titled in the block marked "Generic Order – You must rename the Order Title" *When submitting your proposed/agreed order, the title of the order must be typed in the title box provided by courtMAP, NOT in the body of the proposed/agreed order.

At in-person hearings, evidence and case law must be displayed on screen or brought as loose hard copies, and binders will not be accepted.

Any party wishing the court review evidence or case law during the hearing should put them on the screen or bring loose hard copies. NO BINDERS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Proposed orders must be typed in Times New Roman, size 14 font.

Proposed orders must be uploaded via courtMAP within seven (7) days from the date of hearing; it must include the Docket Index Number for the underlying petition/motion; AND must be typed in Times New Roman, size 14 font.

Margins

top 1 in, bottom 1 in, left 1 in, right 1 in

Motions and supporting memoranda must be one-sided, typed in 12-point font, double-spaced, with 1-inch margins and page numbers.

All motions submitted in support of your motion must: 1. Be one-sided (no double-sided submissions) 2. Typed in 12 point font 3. Be double spaced 4. Contain 1 inch margins 5. Include page numbers

Format

DOCX

Orders must be submitted in Word format on the CourtMAP pre-generated blank order form.

ALL Orders MUST be submitted in WORD format on the courtMAP pre-generated blank Order form and must be accompanied with a motion and supporting documents or a letter of explanation.

Do not attach supporting documents to the proposed order because CourtMAP automatically populates the case style, order title, signature block, and 'Done and Ordered' language.

CourtMAP automatically populates the case style, order title, judge's signature block, and the "Done and Ordered" language. DO NOT ATTACH THE DOCUMENTS TO THE ORDER.

Evidentiary hearings, bench/jury trials, and most pleas must be in person unless all parties, the judge, and governing rules allow Zoom; other matters may be on Zoom by party preference.

The following must take place in person unless the parties and the judge agree to proceed on Zoom and the Florida Rules of Criminal Procedure, and the Florida Supreme Court’s Administrative Order allow: (1) Evidentiary hearings; (2) Bench and jury trials; and (3) most pleas. All other matters may be conducted via Zoom at the preference of the parties.

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders must be submitted in WORD format on the courtMAP pre-generated blank order form and accompanied by a motion and supporting documents or correspondence.

ALL proposed Orders MUST be submitted in WORD format on the courtMAP pre-generated blank Order form and must be accompanied with a motion and supporting documents or a correspondence.

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders must be uploaded in Word format without preset templates or fillable forms; orders that cannot be electronically signed will be rejected.

The proposed order MUST be uploaded in a WORD format. DO NOT use preset templates or fillable forms, as some do not allow for electronic signature. Any order which cannot be electronically signed will be rejected.

All discovery Requests and accompanying motions must be in writing pursuant to Fla. R. Crim. Proc. 3.190(a).

All Requests and accompanying motions must be in writing. Fla R. Crim. Proc. 3.190(a)

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders must be submitted in WORD format on the courtMAP pre-generated blank order form.

ALL proposed Orders MUST be submitted in WORD format on the courtMAP pre-generated blank Order form and must be accompanied with a motion and supporting documents or a letter of explanation/ cover letter.

All proposed orders must comply with Administrative Order 22-02.

All proposed orders must comply with Administrative Order 22-02.

Each supporting document must be submitted separately and properly titled.

Each supporting document must be submitted separately, and each must be properly titled for ease of review.

Format

DOCX

The proposed order submitted with a hearing request must be in Microsoft Word format.

The e-mail should also include the motion seeking to be heard and a proposed Order, in Microsoft Word format.

Format

DOCX

The proposed Order submitted with a hearing request must be in Microsoft Word format.

The e-mail should also include the motion seeking to be heard and a proposed Order, in Microsoft Word format.

Format

DOCX

The motion and proposed order attached to a hearing request must be in Microsoft Word format.

attach the Motion and a proposed Order, in Microsoft Word format.

Format

DOCX

The proposed Order submitted with a hearing request must be in Microsoft Word format.

The e-mail should also include the motion seeking to be heard and a proposed Order, in Microsoft Word format.

Parties must not take up more than one slot on the motion calendar.

*Do not take up more than one (1) slot on the motion calendar.

Foreclosure motion calendar hearings are limited to 5 minutes per case and no more than two motions per case per calendar.

Foreclosure motion calendar hearings are limited to 5 minutes per case. The Court will hear no more than two (2) motions per case per foreclosure motion calendar.

Motion calendar hearings are limited to 5 minutes per case and no more than two motions per case.

Motion calendar hearings are limited to 5 minutes per case; the Court will hear no more than two motions per case during motion calendar.

Proposed orders may emphasize certain words but must not place all language in bold, all caps, italics, or underlining.

*While it is acceptable to emphasize certain words in a proposed order, please DO NOT emphasize ALL language of an order in bold, all caps, italics, or underlining.

When submitting a proposed order in courtMAP, the title of the order must be typed into the title box provided by courtMAP.

When submitting your proposed order, the title of the order must be typed in the title box provided by courtMAP

Margins

top 1 in, bottom 1 in, left 1 in, right 1 in

Emergency motion papers must be double spaced with 1 inch margins and 12 pt Times New Roman font.

Motions have a 25 page limit, double spaced, 1 inch margins with 12 pt Fonts New Times Roman:

Margins

top 1 in, bottom 1 in, left 1 in, right 1 in

Foreclosure motion papers must be double spaced with 1 inch margins and 12 pt Times New Roman font.

Foreclosure Motions have a 10 page limit, double spaced, 1 inch margins with 12 pt Fonts using New Times Roman:

Margins

top 1 in, bottom 1 in, left 1 in, right 1 in

Motion Calendar motion papers must be double spaced with 1 inch margins and 12 pt Times New Roman font.

Motion Calendar : are on Tuesday's & Thursday's at 9:00 AM: Motions have a 10 page limit, double spaced, 1 inch margins with 12 pt Fonts using New Times Roman:

Margins

top 1 in, bottom 1 in, left 1 in, right 1 in

Special set motion papers must be double spaced with 1 inch margins and 12 pt font.

Special Set Motions may not exceed 25 pages, double spaced, 1inch margins with 12PT Fonts.

Motions must be uploaded separately or apart from exhibits.

Ensure that the motions are uploaded separately or apart from exhibits.

Videos and audio materials must be provided to the Court on USB, and materials should not be emailed unless the Court asks.

Any videos or audio materials should be provided to the Court on (USB). Please do not email materials unless asked to do so.

Format

PDF

Proposed orders must not use preset templates or fillable forms; orders that cannot be electronically signed will be rejected.

Please do not use preset templates or fillable forms as some do not allow for electronic signature. Any order which cannot be electronically signed will be rejected.

Agreed exhibits must be labeled numerically (Exhibit 1, 2, 3) for the petitioner and alphabetically (Exhibit A, B, C) for the respondent.

The agreed to exhibits should be marked "Exhibit 1, 2, 3" etc. for those associated to the petitioner and "Exhibit A, B, C" etc. for those agreed to associated to the respondent.

Format

DOCX

The Agreed Order for Transfer emailed to chambers must be in Word format.

Instead, send a copy of the e-filed motion and Agreed Order for Transfer in Word format to CA03@jud11.flcourts.org.

The order title must be typed in the courtMAP title box, not in the body of the proposed or agreed order.

When submitting your Proposed/Agreed Order, the title of the order must be typed in the title box provided by courtMAP, not in the body of the proposed/agreed order.

Exhibits must be neatly organized and separated, such as in binders with dividers or folders.

Have exhibits neatly organized and separated (binder with dividers, folders, etc.)

Proposed orders must be in Times New Roman with a minimum 12-point font.

Proposed orders should be in Times New Roman type, with a minimum of 12 point font.

On checklists, docket entry numbers must be placed on the line provided before the required filing.

Please read the instructions at the top of the checklist. Docket entry numbers go on the line provided before the required filing.

Dependency hearings involving DCF are conducted by Zoom by default, with in-person appearance permitted only case-by-case upon request and with the General Magistrate's approval.

Dependency hearings involving the Department of Children and Families scheduled before General Magistrate Karen Kallman will be conducted by Zoom. In-person hearings may be permitted on a case-by-case basis, upon request and with the approval of the General Magistrate. Please check for any updated Administrative Orders regarding changes in the Unified Family Court Division procedures for in-person or Zoom hearings.

Juvenile Marchman hearings are held in person unless the General Magistrate has granted prior approval to appear by Zoom.

Juvenile Marchman hearings are in person unless prior approval to appear by Zoom has been granted.

Exhibits must be marked numerically (1, 2, 3, etc.) for the petitioner and alphabetically (A, B, C, etc.) for the respondent.

The exhibits should be marked 1, 2, 3 etc. for those associated to the petitioner and A, B, C etc. for those associated to the respondent.

Non-evidentiary special sets resolvable in 30 minutes or less (e.g., CMC, Status Conference, Motion for Continuance) must be held on Zoom.

Any non-evidentiary special set which can be resolved in 30 minutes or less (such as a CMC, Status Conference, Motion for Continuance) shall be held on Zoom.

Trial and evidentiary exhibits must be one-sided.

Exhibits shall be one-sided.

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders must be submitted in Word format on the courtMAP pre-generated blank order form, which automatically adds the case style, order title, signature block, and Done and Ordered language.

Proposed Orders are only accepted via courtMAP, which must be submitted in Word format on the courtMAP pre-generated blank order form, and accompanied with a Motion and all supporting documents. Please be advised courtMAP automatically adds the case style, order title, judge's signature block, and the Done and Ordered language to the order.

The order title must be typed in the courtMAP title box, not in the body of the proposed/agreed order.

When submitting your Proposed/Agreed Order, the title of the order must be typed in the title box provided by courtMAP, not in the body of the proposed/agreed order.

Format

PDF

Special set hearing documents must be in PDF format.

All documents must be submitted electronically via courtMAP in pdf format.

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders in mental health cases must be in Word format.

For Mental Health cases, please e-mail the proposed Order, in Word, to Judicial Assistant, copying all parties.

Zoom hearings may be scheduled only with the Court's approval.

ZOOM hearings may only be set with Court approval

Case law or statutes submitted in hearing materials should highlight the relevant portions.

Please be mindful that, because of docketing delays, filings do not always appear on the docket immediately. Case law or statutes provided in the materials should highlight the relevant portions.

The order title must be typed in the courtMAP title box, not in the body of the proposed or agreed order.

When submitting your Proposed/Agreed Order, the title of the order must be typed in the title box provided by courtMAP, not in the body of the proposed/agreed order.

Relevant portions of any case law or statutes provided in hearing materials must be highlighted.

Case law or statutes provided in the materials should highlight the relevant portions.

Format

DOCX

Agreed orders must be in Microsoft Word format only.

All agreed Orders must be submitted via courtMAP in MICROSOFT WORD FORMAT ONLY under the "Proposed Orders Tab".

Petitioner exhibits must be marked numerically (1, 2, 3) and Respondent exhibits alphabetically (A, B, C).

Petitioner exhibits should be marked numerically (1, 2, 3, etc.) Respondent exhibits should be marked alphabetically (A, B, C, etc.).

Petitioner exhibits must be marked numerically and Respondent exhibits must be marked alphabetically.

Petitioner exhibits should be marked numerically (1, 2, 3, etc.) Respondent exhibits should be marked alphabetically (A, B, C, etc.).

The order title must be typed in the courtMAP title box, not in the body of the proposed or agreed order.

When submitting your proposed/agreed order, the title of the order must be typed in the title box provided by courtMAP, not in the body of the proposed/agreed order.

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders must be submitted in Word format on the courtMAP pre-generated Blank Order form.

Proposed orders mailed to Chambers are not accepted, must be submitted in Word format on the courtMAP pre-generated Blank Order form, and accompanied with a motion and supporting documents.

Each supporting document for a special set request must be submitted as a separate upload and properly titled.

Each supporting document must be submitted separately and each must be properly titled for ease of review.

Format

PDF

All special set hearing documents must be in PDF format.

All documents must be submitted electronically via courtMAP in pdf format.

Format

DOCX

If a motion to withdraw is granted, the moving attorney must use the Court's template, which is in Word format.

If the motion is granted, the attorney moving to withdraw shall use the template ... Word format.

The order title must be typed in the courtMAP title box, not in the body of the proposed/agreed order (courtMAP adds the case style, order title, signature block, and done-and-ordered language automatically).

When submitting a proposed/agreed order, the title of the order must be typed in the title box provided by courtMAP, not within the body of the proposed/agreed order.

All continuance motions must be submitted in writing.

MOTION FOR CONTINUANCE: all motions shall be in writing and must be made at least three (3) days prior to the hearing.

Required

Always

Zoom participants must display their name and keep cameras on; defendants must dress appropriately and stay muted until called; in-person attorneys are called first.

RULES REGARDING ZOOM APPEARANCES: 1. Be sure to add your name to your profile and keep your camera on. 2. DEFENDANTS Dress appropriately and mute yourself until your case is called. 3. ATTORNEYS appearing in-person will be called first.

Required

Always

Do not submit binders to chambers unless directed by the Court.

Refrain from submitting Binders to Chambers (unless directed by the Court);

To schedule a hearing longer than one hour, pick two consecutive half-hour slots equaling one hour.

To schedule a hearing for more than one (1) hour, pick two (2) consecutive 1/2 hr. slots that equal to 1 hour.

Case law submitted to the court should be highlighted to show the relevant portions.

Case law should be highlighted for relevant portions.

The Court prefers organized electronic copies; no hard copies or binders are necessary.

Organized electronic copies are preferred by this Court. No hard copies nor binders are necessary.

Counsel are strongly advised not to bring double-sided copies of exhibits.

It is highly recommended that counsels do not bring in double sided copies for their exhibits.

CourtMAP automatically adds the case style, order title, judge's signature block, and done-and-ordered language to submitted orders.

NOTE: CourtMAP automatically adds the case style, order title, Judge's signature block and the done and ordered language to the order.

Hearings already scheduled and noticed as Zoom hearings remain Zoom hearings.

Any hearing already scheduled and noticed as a Zoom hearing remains a Zoom hearing and will be conducted on Zoom.

Required

Always

The court maintains a daily Zoom virtual calendar and most matters can be handled via Zoom.

The Court will OPEN DAILY ZOOM Virtual Calendar to accommodate those that prefer to appear on Zoom. Most matters can be handled via Zoom.

A defendant's presence is not required at a sounding calendar.

The Court does not require a Defendant's presence at a sounding calendar.

Required

Always

Zoom virtual special request hearings are available upon request made through chambers.

ZOOM virtual special request hearings are available by request through chambers.

Binders are no longer required for Special Set Hearings.

BINDERS ARE NO LONGER REQUIRED.