Judge Robert W. Pickens III
Individual Rules, Standing Orders & Policies
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Limits & Logistics
Courtesy Copies
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Joint Pretrial Statement
- 1 copy • By Docket Sounding
Memorandum, Case Law
Notice Of Cancellation
- Email • Immediately Upon Filing
Adjournments
- A continuance motion must be written and state its reason, the other party’s position, and when the case is expected to be trial-ready; absent good cause, the requesting party must sign it, and witness unavailability requires an estimate of when the witness will be available.
- A party's inability to obtain hearing time generally is not grounds to continue the trial.
- An extension or modification of deadlines or compliance dates established by the Order is prohibited if it would continue the trial or prevent mediation from being completed before docket sounding.
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Request must include
- Except in exceptional circumstances, a motion for continuance must be submitted at least five business days before the scheduled court date.
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Document Format Requirements2 rules
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All proposed orders must be submitted in Word format.
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Exhibits must be in paper format. Audios / Videos must be submitted on a portable storage device (jump drive/ flash drive) as applicable.
Document Filing Requirements17 rules
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An expert-witness notice must identify each expected trial expert and provide the expert’s contact information, area of expertise, and expected subject matter.
(a) EXPERT WITNESSES. No later than thirty (30) days before docket sounding, each party shall file with the Court and serve on the other party a notice containing the names, addresses and telephone numbers of each expert witness whom the noticing party in good faith expects to call as a witness at trial. For each expert witness listed, the noticing party shall also designate the witness’ area of expertise and the subject matter about which the witness will testify (e.g. certified public accountant - valuation of Respondent’s business).
DocumentExpert Witness Notice
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A non-expert-witness notice must identify each expected trial witness by name and address.
(b) NON-EXPERT WITNESSES. No less than thirty (30) days prior to docket sounding, each party will file with the Court, and serve on the other party, a notice containing the names and addresses of each non-expert witness whom the noticing party in good faith expects to call as a witness at trial.
DocumentNon Expert Witness Notice
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The joint pre-trial statement must include the specified admitted facts, abandoned and trial issues, legal issues, annotated exhibit and witness lists, trial-time estimate, financial affidavits and mandatory disclosures, and an equitable distribution worksheet with the listed information.
The joint pre-trial statement shall contain the following items in the following format: (1) A statement of facts which are admitted and which of those admitted facts may be read in evidence at trial as a stipulation of the parties. (2) A list of issues raised by the pleadings which are abandoned. (3) A list of the issues of fact to be tried. If attorney’s fees are sought, then the parties are directed to read Rule 4-1.5, Rules Regulating Florida Bar; §61.16, Florida Statutes; Rosen v. Rosen, 696 So.2d 697 (Fla. 1997); Canakaris v. Canakaris, 382 So.2d 1197 (Fla. 1980); Naugle v. Naugle, 632 So.2d 1146 (Fla. 5th DCA 1994) and Abernethy v. Abernethy, 638 So.2d 160 (Fla. 5th DCA 1994). (4) A list of significant issues of law, procedure or evidence, if any, to be determined by the Court prior to or during trial. (5) The annotated copy of each party’s list of exhibits showing objections required by paragraph 9(a)(2) of this Order. (6) The annotated copy of each party’s witness list as required by paragraph 9(a)(3) of this Order. (7) A current estimate of the time required for trial. 5 ===== PAGE 6 ===== (8) Financial affidavits of both parties, as supplemented, and all other mandatory disclosure required by Rule 12.285, Fla. Fam. L. R. P. (9) Equitable Distribution Worksheet shall be prepared by each party to state the following: a. Each party’s list of alleged “marital” assets, suggested valuations for each asset (real and personal property), suggested distribution for each pursuant to Section 61.075, Fla. Stat. and proposed brief factual findings in support of each asset’s distribution. b. List of all assets claimed to be “nonmarital” together with suggested valuation and brief statement in support of claim. c. List of all vested and nonvested benefits, rights or funds as defined by Section 61.076, Fla. Stat. and suggested distribution for each plan. d. List of all liabilities, designating each as “marital” or “nonmarital” and stating amount and name of creditor. e. List any asset which shall be asserted either as a claim for unequal distribution of marital property and resolved by the factors set forth in subsection (1) or as a claim of enhancement in value or appreciation of non-marital property; stating the extent of the claim and a brief explanation in support of it.
DocumentJoint Pretrial Statement
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Following the meeting required by paragraph 9(a), Petitioner's attorney (or Respondent's attorney, if Petitioner is unrepresented) shall prepare and present to opposing counsel and all unrepresented parties a proposed joint pre-trial statement.
DocumentJoint Pretrial Statement
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The statement shall be signed by all attorneys and parties; the original shall be filed with the Clerk and one copy mailed or delivered to the Judge no later than docket sounding.
DocumentJoint Pretrial Statement
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Once the hearing time is confirmed, the party requesting the hearing must immediately file a Notice of Hearing setting forth: ▪ The time and date of the hearing ▪ The motion(s) or matter(s) to be heard (identified by the clerk’s docket number). ▪ The amount of time reserved. ▪ The location of the hearing: Hearing Room D3023 or Courtroom 2A
DocumentNotice Of Hearing
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• All notices of hearing must contain the ADA notification required by Fla. R. Gen. Prac. & Jud. Admin. 2.540.
DocumentNotice Of Hearing
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The transmittal email for a proposed order must state whether the parties agree on its form and identify any disagreement.
All proposed orders must be accompanied by a representation in the transmittal email that: ▪ Either: • (1) all parties agree to the form of the order or • (2) the parties disagree as to the form of the order, and a statement identifying any disagreement of the parties as to the proposed order.
DocumentProposed Order
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A party seeking an emergency hearing must file a detailed motion identifying the issues, explaining why the hearing is necessary, and stating the time needed for each party’s presentation.
If a party believes there is a factual basis for setting an emergency hearing, a detailed motion setting forth the following must be filed: ▪ (1) the issues to be resolved, ▪ (2) reasons why an emergency hearing is necessary, and ▪ (3) the amount of time needed for each party’s presentation.
DocumentEmergency Hearing Motion
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A party may amend or supplement a witness list without leave of Court until the filing deadline, but an amended or supplemented list must be restated in full.
(c) A party may amend or supplement his/her witness list without leave of Court at any time until the deadline for the filing of witness lists set forth in paragraphs 3(a) and (b) above. If a witness list is amended or supplemented, it shall be restated infull.
DocumentWitness List
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If an attorney believes the opposing party is not in good faith compliance with the disclosure requirements of this Pre-Trial Order, then that attorney shall not be required to file a Pre-Trial Statement that is not truly mutual. In that event, counsel may withhold compliance provided a date for Pre-Trial Conference before the presiding judge is obtained, and notice mailed or served on opposing counsel not more than 15 days after the passing of the deadline for filing of the Joint Pre- Trial Statement under this paragraph.
DocumentJoint Pretrial Statement
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All parties shall make themselves available for the emergency hearing, barring exigent circumstances.
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All Motions should set forth the position of the opposing party (whether they object or not, or the attempts made to reach the opposing party).
DocumentMotion
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It is a party’s responsibility to move a Motion forward either by obtaining hearing time or providing the court with a proposed order where appropriate. The Clerk’s Office does not forward motions to the court for consideration (even emergency motions filed by counsel).
DocumentMotion
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Each motion shall contain a certificate of the movant's attorney if represented (or the moving party if unrepresented) certifying his/her compliance with this requirement.
DocumentMotion
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The annotated copies of the exhibit lists will be attached to and made a part of the joint pre- trial statement required by paragraph 9(b) of this Order. The annotated copies of the witness lists will be attached to the joint pre-trial statement required by paragraph 9(b) of this Order.
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Summary: The joint pre-trial statement must include the annotated exhibit lists and annotated witness lists.
DocumentJoint Pretrial Statement
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If there are minor children, the following shall be provided: a. A Parenting Plan outlining time-sharing with minor child(ren), even when time- sharing is not in dispute. The Parenting Plan must be developed and agreed to by the parents and approved by the court. (Supreme Court approved form available at www.flcourts.org) If the parties cannot agree to a Parenting Plan or if the parents agreed to a plan that is not approved by the court, a Parenting Plan will be established by the court. b. A completed child support guideline worksheet calculated in accordance with Section 61.30, Florida Statutes.
Summary: When there are minor children, the parties must provide a Parenting Plan even if time-sharing is undisputed and a completed child support guideline worksheet; the court establishes a Parenting Plan if the parties cannot agree or the court does not approve their plan.
DocumentJoint Pretrial Statement
Filing & Service rules
Electronic Filing Rules
When the parties disagree on an order’s form, each party should submit a proposed order and e-file it as an attachment to a Notice of Filing.
If the parties disagree as to the form of the proposed order, each party should submit a proposed order to the court and e-file the proposed order as an attachment with a Notice of Filing.
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Page 7 | D. Submission of Orders and Judgments
For an agreed order based on an agreement or stipulation, the supporting agreement or documents must be e-filed before the order is submitted for consideration.
If the parties are submitting an order that has been agreed to or is otherwise based on a stipulation or written agreement of the parties, it is the responsibility of the parties to make sure the appropriate agreement, stipulation or other supporting documents confirming said agreement are e- filed with the Clerk of Court prior to submitting the “Agreed Order” for the court’s consideration.
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Page 8 | D. Submission of Orders and Judgments
A party asking the Court to consider a memorandum or case law must electronically file it with the Clerk and provide a copy to all other counsel and self-represented parties.
Any party who wishes the Court to consider a memorandum and/or case law, shall electronically file the submission with the Clerk and provide a copy to all other counsel and self- represented parties.
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Page 8 | E. Courtesy Copies of Case Law and Other Documents
Motions must be electronically filed and docketed by the Clerk before a hearing can be scheduled or an order submitted to the Judge for review.
Motions must be e-filed and docketed by the Clerk before a hearing will be scheduled, or an order submitted to the Judge for review.
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A party intending to rely on a memorandum of law or case law at a hearing must file it.
The filing of any memorandum of law and/or case law is required if a party intends to rely on the memorandum or case law at hearing.
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Page 8 | E. Courtesy Copies of Case Law and Other Documents
Filing Timing and Cure Windows
The requesting party must immediately file a Notice of Hearing once the hearing time is confirmed.
Once the hearing time is confirmed, the party requesting the hearing must immediately file a Notice of Hearing setting forth:
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Page 4 | B. Scheduling Procedures
File a motion for remote appearance at an evidentiary hearing, or to present testimony through communication technology, at least 20 days before the hearing.
o A motion requesting remote appearance at an evidentiary hearing or to otherwise present testimony through the use of communication technology must be filed at least 20 days prior to the scheduled hearing.
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Page 6 | C. Remote Appearance
File a motion for remote appearance at a non-evidentiary hearing at least five business days before the hearing.
o A motion requesting remote appearance for a non-evidentiary hearing must be filed at least 5 business days prior to the scheduled hearing.
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Page 6 | C. Remote Appearance
Proposed orders must be submitted within 10 days after any hearing.
Proposed orders must be submitted within 10 days after any hearing.
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Page 7 | D. Submission of Orders and Judgments
The Clerk of Court must receive all exhibits by close of business five days before the scheduled hearing or trial.
All exhibits must be received by the Clerk of Court by the close of business 5 days before the scheduled hearing or trial.
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Page 10 | G. Exhibits for Evidentiary Proceedings — Deadline for Submissions
A motion must be docketed by the Clerk before a hearing is scheduled or an order is submitted to the Judge for review.
Motions must be e-filed and docketed by the Clerk before a hearing will be scheduled, or an order submitted to the Judge for review.
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Page 12 | K. Division FAQs
Unless a rule prescribes a different period, submit hearing materials at least five business days before the hearing.
o Unless a longer or shorter time is prescribed by a rule of procedure, the materials should be submitted at least 5 business days prior to the scheduled hearing.
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Page 5 | B. Scheduling Procedures
Unless a procedural rule sets a different period, materials should be submitted at least five business days before the scheduled hearing.
Unless a longer or shorter time is prescribed by a rule of procedure, the materials should be submitted at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled hearing.
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Page 9 | Deadline for Submissions
Service and Proof of Service Rules
Each party must file and serve its expert-witness notice on the other party no later than 30 days before docket sounding.
(a) EXPERT WITNESSES. No later than thirty (30) days before docket sounding, each party shall file with the Court and serve on the other party a notice containing the names, addresses and telephone numbers of each expert witness whom the noticing party in good faith expects to call as a witness at trial. For each expert witness listed, the noticing party shall also designate the witness’ area of expertise and the subject matter about which the witness will testify (e.g. certified public accountant - valuation of Respondent’s business).
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Page 1 | 3. WITNESS LISTS
Each party must file and serve its non-expert-witness notice on the other party at least 30 days before docket sounding.
(b) NON-EXPERT WITNESSES. No less than thirty (30) days prior to docket sounding, each party will file with the Court, and serve on the other party, a notice containing the names and addresses of each non-expert witness whom the noticing party in good faith expects to call as a witness at trial.
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Page 2 | 3. WITNESS LISTS
A witness’s unavailability cannot support a continuance unless a subpoena was issued and served, or service was attempted, at least 10 days before trial.
The inability to require the attendance of a witness at trial shall not be the basis for continuance of the trial unless a witness subpoena was issued and served on the witness (or was attempted to be served on the witness) at least ten (10) days prior to the trial date.
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Page 2 | 5. CONTINUANCES
A party submitting a memorandum or case law for the Court’s consideration must provide a copy to all other counsel and self-represented parties.
Any party who wishes the Court to consider a memorandum and/or case law, shall electronically file the submission with the Clerk and provide a copy to all other counsel and self- represented parties.
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Page 8 | E. Courtesy Copies of Case Law and Other Documents
When counsel withholds compliance under the stated exception, notice must be mailed or served on opposing counsel within 15 days after the joint pre-trial statement filing deadline.
In that event, counsel may withhold compliance provided a date for Pre-Trial Conference before the presiding judge is obtained, and notice mailed or served on opposing counsel not more than 15 days after the passing of the deadline for filing of the Joint Pre- Trial Statement under this paragraph.
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Page 5 | 9. PRETRIAL MEETING OF ATTORNEYS AND UNREPRESENTED PARTIES
Attorneys and self-represented litigants must provide an email address to receive signed orders electronically unless excused.
All attorneys and self-represented litigants must provide an e-mail address to receive signed orders electronically, unless excused. Fla. R. Gen. Prac. & Jud. Admin. 2.516.
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Page 3 | A. Communications with the Judicial Office
Attorneys and self-represented litigants must update their contact information using Form 2.603 whenever their email account registered for electronic service changes.
It is the responsibility of attorneys and self-represented litigants to update their contact information using Form 2.603 any time there is a change in the e-mail account registered for electronic service.
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Courtesy Copy Requirements
One copy of the joint pre-trial statement must be mailed or delivered to the Judge by docket sounding.
The statement shall be signed by all attorneys and parties; the original shall be filed with the Clerk and one copy mailed or delivered to the Judge no later than docket sounding.
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Page 5 | 9. PRETRIAL MEETING OF ATTORNEYS AND UNREPRESENTED PARTIES
Email one courtesy copy of the Notice of Hearing to the Judicial Assistant when it is filed.
• A courtesy copy of the Notice of Hearing must be emailed to the Judicial Assistant at the time it is filed.
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Page 5 | B. Scheduling Procedures
A party cancelling a hearing must immediately email the Judicial Assistant a copy of the notice of cancellation in addition to filing it.
o The party cancelling the hearing, in addition to filing a notice of cancellation must also immediately email the Judicial Assistant a copy of the notice of cancellation.
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Page 5 | B. Scheduling Procedures
A party may provide the Court a courtesy copy by U.S. Mail, private delivery service, or hand delivery, or provide a Notice of Filing instead of the full material.
A courtesy copy of the memorandum and/or case law may be provided by U.S. Mail, private delivery service or hand delivery directly to the Court. In the alternative to a full copy of the material filed being provided, the party may simply provide the court with a Notice of Filing.
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Page 8 | E. Courtesy Copies of Case Law and Other Documents
The Court welcomes, but does not require, an advance courtesy copy of all exhibits delivered by U.S. Mail, private delivery service, or hand delivery.
The Court would welcome a courtesy copy of all exhibits in advance of the hearing or trial, delivered directly by U.S. Mail, private delivery service or hand delivery, but courtesy copies are not mandatory.
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Page 10 | G. Exhibits for Evidentiary Proceedings — Other Procedures Relating to Exhibits for Evidentiary Proceedings
Pre-Motion Conference Requirements
Before filing any motion, the moving party must contact the opposing party and make a good-faith effort to resolve the issues.
Before any motion is filed, the moving party shall contact the opposing party and attempt, in good faith, to amicably resolve the issues raised by the motion(s).
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Page 3 | 6. PRE-TRIAL MOTIONS
Before filing a motion, parties should make reasonable efforts to contact the opposing party about resolving the matter or submitting a stipulation and proposed order instead of having a hearing.
Reasonable efforts should be made prior to filing a motion, to contact the opposing party to determine if the matter can be resolved in whole or in part. This may alleviate the need to file the motion or may allow submission of a stipulation and proposed order in lieu of a hearing.
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Page 12 | K. Division FAQs
Adjournment & Extension Requirements
A continuance motion must be written and state its reason, the other party’s position, and when the case is expected to be trial-ready; absent good cause, the requesting party must sign it, and witness unavailability requires an estimate of when the witness will be available.
5. CONTINUANCES. Motions for continuance must be in writing and specifically set forth: (a) the reason for the requested continuance; (b) if the other party objects to the requested continuance and; (c) when it is anticipated the case will be ready for trial, and (d) except for good cause shown, all motions for continuance shall be signed by the party requesting the continuance. If the requested continuance is based on the unavailability of a witness, the Court must be advised of when it is believed the witness will be available.
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Page 2 | 5. CONTINUANCES
Any other extension of deadlines or compliance dates, or modification of the Order, requires Court approval.
Any other extension of the deadlines or compliance dates established herein or modifications of this Order requires Court approval.
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Page 7 | 12. EXTENSION OF TIME LIMITS
An agreed extension or modification must be documented in a written stipulation signed by all parties and filed with the Court.
Any extension or modification agreed to shall be by written stipulation signed by all parties to this action and filed with the Court.
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Page 7 | 12. EXTENSION OF TIME LIMITS
An extension or modification of deadlines or compliance dates established by the Order is prohibited if it would continue the trial or prevent mediation from being completed before docket sounding.
No extension of deadlines or compliance dates established by this Order is permitted if the extension or modification would cause a continuance of the trial or would prevent the completion of mediation prior to docket sounding.
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Page 7 | 12. EXTENSION OF TIME LIMITS
A motion for continuance must be in writing and signed by the requesting party.
All motions for continuance must be in writing and signed by the party requesting to continue.
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Except in exceptional circumstances, a motion for continuance must be submitted at least five business days before the scheduled court date.
Except in exceptional circumstances, a motion for continuance must be submitted at least 5 business days prior to the scheduled court date.
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A party's inability to obtain hearing time generally is not grounds to continue the trial.
The inability of a party to obtain hearing time will generally not constitute grounds for a continuance of the trial.
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Page 3 | 6. PRE-TRIAL MOTIONS
Continuances should be infrequent and granted only upon a showing of good cause.
Continuances should be few and granted only upon a showing of good cause.
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Chambers Communication Rules
Emails to the judicial office must copy all parties unless the law authorizes an ex parte communication.
All parties must be copied on any e-mail directed to the judicial office, unless an ex parte communication is authorized by law.
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Page 2 | A. Communications with the Judicial Office
To request hearing time, email the judicial assistant, copy the opposing party or counsel if applicable, and include the case number, case style, hearing duration, and motion or matter to be heard.
Email the court’s judicial assistant, lmpomar@circuit7.org with the opposing party or his/her counsel (if applicable) copied on the email. Please include: ❖ The case number ❖ The case style of case. ❖ The amount of time necessary for the hearing. ❖ The motion(s) / matter(s)to heard.
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Page 4 | B. Scheduling Procedures
Proposed orders must be submitted only to the Division 03 email address, without copying the Judicial Assistant’s email address.
Email to Division03@circuit7.org. (only) (Do not send a copy to Judicial Assistant’s email address)
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Page 7 | D. Submission of Orders and Judgments
Emails to the judicial office must include the case number, case name, and relevant matter in the subject line.
The subject line must contain the case number, case name, and relevant matter.
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Page 2 | A. Communications with the Judicial Office
The judicial assistant cannot provide legal advice.
The judicial assistant is not authorized to provide legal advice.
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Page 3 | A. Communications with the Judicial Office
The judicial assistant will respond to inquiries within 24 hours, excluding weekends and holidays.
The judicial assistant will respond to all inquiries within 24 hours (excluding weekends and holidays).
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Page 3 | A. Communications with the Judicial Office
Parties should make reasonable efforts to resolve the issue before setting a hearing.
Reasonable efforts should be made to resolve the issue in question before setting a hearing.
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Page 3 | B. Scheduling Procedures
Hearing availability may change until the judicial assistant confirms the time.
Available hearing time is subject to change until confirmed with the judicial assistant.
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Page 4 | B. Scheduling Procedures
Do not include the judicial assistant on the parties’ email string while coordinating a hearing date.
The judicial assistant should not be included on the email string between the parties as they attempt to coordinate the hearing date.
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Page 4 | B. Scheduling Procedures
Email is the preferred method for communicating with the judicial office.
Email is the preferred method of communication.
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Page 2 | A. Communications with the Judicial Office
If the court determines an emergency exists, it will schedule the hearing unilaterally.
If the court determines that an emergency exists, a hearing will be scheduled unilaterally by the court.
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Page 9 | F. Emergencies and Other Urgent Matters
The Judicial Assistant may not provide legal advice or tell parties what they need to do.
The Judicial Assistant is unable to provide “legal advice” or otherwise advise parties as to “what they need to do.” It is the responsibility of each attorney and their staff as well as self- represented litigants to be familiar with applicable rules and statutes and choose the appropriate course of action. The Judicial Assistant is prohibited from doing this for you.
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Page 13 | A. Communications with the Judicial Office
Except for limited exceptions, a judge may not initiate, permit, or consider ex parte communications about a pending proceeding.
With limited exceptions, a judge is prohibited from initiating, permitting, or considering ex parte communications concerning a pending proceeding.
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Page 2 | A. Communications with the Judicial Office
After the parties agree on a date and time, one party must contact the judicial assistant to confirm the hearing time.
Once the parties have agreed on a date and time, one of the parties must contact the judicial assistant to confirm the hearing time.
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Page 4 | B. Scheduling Procedures
Email cannot substitute for a request for court action unless an appropriate supporting document has first been filed with the Clerk.
Email should not be used as a substitute method of requesting action by the court, in the absence of a supporting pleading, motion, notice or another appropriate document having been first filed with the Clerk.
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Page 2 | A. Communications with the Judicial Office
The Judicial Assistant may not relay to the Court communications that would constitute improper ex parte communication.
The Judicial Assistant is not permitted to relate to the Court the contents of any emails, letters or telephone conversations which would be considered improper ex- parte communication.
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Page 2 | A. Communications with the Judicial Office
The court will not consider unsolicited communications from non-parties.
Unsolicited communications from non-parties will not be considered by the court.
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Page 2 | A. Communications with the Judicial Office
The parties should make reasonable attempts to coordinate the hearing date and time with all parties and counsel, including self-represented parties.
Reasonable attempts should be made to coordinate the date and time of the hearing with all parties
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Page 3 | B. Scheduling Procedures
The Division 03 email address may be used only to submit proposed orders, not other pleadings, requests, questions, or communications.
The Division 03 email address is for submitting proposed orders ONLY. Do not submit other pleadings, requests, questions or other communications to the Court via this divisional email address, you will not receive a response.
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Page 7 | D. Submission of Orders and Judgments
Exhibits must be delivered to the Clerk of Court for pre-marking; parties should call the Clerk at (386) 736-5908 to coordinate delivery details and timing.
All exhibits shall be delivered to the Clerk of Court for pre-marking. Please contact the Clerk of Court at (386) 736-5908 for details and to coordinate a time for delivery.
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Page 9 | G. Exhibits for Evidentiary Proceedings
A proposed order may be emailed to the divisional email address if the client’s written consent has been filed with the Clerk of Court.
If you have written consent from the client which has been filed with the Clerk of Court, you may forward a proposed order via email to the divisional email address listed above.
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Page 13 | A. Communications with the Judicial Office
For hearing times other than the listed case-management, docket-sounding, and trial dates, parties should contact the judicial assistant as described in Section A.
For all other available hearing time, parties should contact the judicial assistant as set forth in Section A. above.
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