Judge Joan Anthony

Court-wide rules

Applies court-wide

These 10 rules apply across Seventh Judicial Circuit of Florida, Volusia, Flagler, Putnam, St. Johns. Where this judge's own standing orders above address the same topic, the judge's requirement controls.

Service

All 7

A motion regarding parenting issues must be served on the other parent according to the applicable procedural rules.
Self-represented parties must simultaneously send copies of pleadings to the other self-represented party or the other party's lawyer.
Self-represented parties must immediately notify the Clerk and all other lawyers or parties in writing of changes to their mailing address, telephone number, or email address.

Adjournments

All 1

Judges must apply firm continuance policies and allow continuances only for good cause.

Pre-Motion Conferences

All 1

Before filing a motion, the parties must discuss its issues by email, phone, or text unless discussion would threaten the children's safety.

E-Filing

All 1

Self-represented parties must file pleadings with the Clerk in person or through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal.

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Common questions about Judge Joan Anthony's rules

What must be included with exhibits filings before Judge Joan Anthony?

The rule identifies required filing content or certificates. Exhibits to be used at a hearing or trial should be marked for identification.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Court Procedures – Division 38

Is electronic filing required before Judge Joan Anthony?

No. Electronic filing is prohibited for the covered filings. Exhibits cannot be submitted to the Clerk by email and must be hand-delivered.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Court Procedures – Division 38

What filing deadlines does Judge Joan Anthony set?

Case law intended for a hearing or trial must be submitted to the Court at least 24 hours beforehand.

View ruleSource: page 1, section Court Procedures – Division 38

Complete rules summary for Judge Joan Anthony

Case law intended for a hearing or trial must be submitted to the Court at least 24 hours beforehand.

Exhibits for a hearing or trial should be submitted to the Clerk at least 48 hours in advance, marked for identification, and not submitted to the Court before the hearing or trial.

Exhibits to be used at a hearing or trial should be marked for identification.

Exhibits cannot be submitted to the Clerk by email and must be hand-delivered.