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

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Format

DOCX

Proposed orders must be submitted in Word format.

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

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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.

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Format

PDF

All orders must be submitted in PDF format.

All Orders must be submitted in PDF.

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Proposed orders must use paragraphs and must not use numbering, lettering, bullets, all caps, bold, or underlining; formatting errors may result in rejection.

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.

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Civil cases

Format

DOCX

Orders must be submitted in Word format.

Orders MUST be submitted in Word format.

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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.

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Civil cases

Format

PDF

Submit the motion and all cited exhibits or supporting documents together in a separate single PDF file that meets the stated formatting requirements.

In a separate, single PDF file, the motion, together with all exhibits/supporting documents cited in the motion(s), following the formatting requirements below.

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Civil cases

Format

DOCX

Proposed orders are accepted only through courtMAP, in Word format on its blank order form, accompanied by the motion and all supporting documents.

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.

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Civil cases

Format

PDF

Submit all documents electronically through courtMAP in PDF format.

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

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Civil cases

Format

DOCX

Submit proposed orders in Word on the courtMAP-generated blank form, accompanied by the motion and supporting documents or a letter explaining the submission.

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.

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Civil cases

Format

DOCX

Mailed proposed orders are not accepted; submit proposed orders in Word format on the courtMAP pre-generated Blank Order form with a motion and supporting documents.

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.

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Motion-calendar hearings are limited to five minutes per case.

Time Limit: Motion calendar hearings are limited to 5 minutes per case.

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Format

DOCX

Any proposed order included with a hearing-date request must be in Microsoft Word format.

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

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Proposed orders must use 14-point Times New Roman.

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.

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Format

DOCX

Competing proposed orders must be sent in Word format.

To submit competing proposed orders, please e-mail the proposed order, in Word, to the Judicial Assistant and copy all parties.

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Documents uploaded to CourtMap must be named using the four-digit year-hyphen-sequential case number format and include the motion title with party name.

All documents upload to courtMAP must be properly formatted, must include with the court case number and the name/type of documents using the following format: - Four-digit year followed by a hyphen with the sequential case number (e.g., 2009-01; 1991-12; 2008-123; 2007-1234; or 2009-12345) - Motion Title with Party Name. Note: It is important to include the party name in order to easily locate the document digitally.

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Format

DOCX

Orders must be in Word format.

Orders must be in Word.

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Evidence must be in English or accompanied by an English translation.

All evidence must be in English or translated into English.

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Civil cases

Format

PDF

Consolidate supporting materials into one bookmarked PDF rather than uploading many individual files.

Please do not overload the supporting documents folder with a large volume of individually uploaded files. Materials must be consolidated into a single bookmarked PDF file.

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Civil cases

Format

PDF

Name PDF submissions consistently so the filename identifies the submitting party and the document’s contents.

The PDF submissions must be appropriately and consistently named in a way that identifies the party submitting it and the contents.

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Civil cases

Format

PDF

Append “- BOOKMARKED” to the submission title so the Court can identify compliance without opening the PDF.

To enable the Court to confirm compliance with these requirements and approve a hearing request without first having to download the PDF and open it, add “- BOOKMARKED” to the end of the title.

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Civil cases

Format

PDF

OCR the PDF files so their text is searchable.

"OCR" the PDF files. This will make the text within the PDF files searchable.

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Civil cases

Format

PDF

Bookmark the motion’s argument headings or sections using PDF software.

For the motion, use PDF software to bookmark the argument headings/sections so the Court can quickly reference them during a hearing.

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Civil cases

Insert a page before each exhibit showing its number or letter in large, bold, centered type, using the largest size that fits on one page.

Insert a page before each exhibit with the exhibit number or letter in a large, bold, centered number or letter. The font size should be the largest possible font that will allow the exhibit number/letter to fit on a single page.

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Civil cases

Format

PDF

Bookmark supporting documents, including legal authority, with proper titles using PDF software.

Use PDF software to bookmark any supporting documents, such as legal authority, and title the document properly.

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Civil cases

Format

DOCX

Orders must be submitted in Word format; companion motions and attachments must be uploaded in PDF.

Orders must be submitted in Word format to allow for editing by the Court and electronic signing. The companion Motion and attachments, if any, must be uploaded to the "Supporting Documents" tab in PDF format.

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Criminal cases

Format

DOCX

Agreed/unopposed proposed orders may be submitted electronically in Word format to Chambers, if accompanied by proof of agreement.

A proposed order may be electronically submitted in Word format to Chambers if accompanied by a motion signed by both State and Defense or an email or other proof indicating agreement or non-opposition.

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Criminal cases

Format

DOCX

When the Court requests, proposed orders should be submitted electronically in Word format.

When the Court requests it, proposed orders should be submitted electronically in Word

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Civil cases

Hearing binders containing cited authorities are encouraged.

Hearing binders with cited authorities are encouraged.

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Format

DOCX ?

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

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

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Required

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Format

PDF

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

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

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BE ONE-SIDED (NO DOUBLE-SIDED SUBMISSIONS)

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

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TYPED IN 12 POINT FONT

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

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BE DOUBLE SPACED

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

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Margins

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CONTAIN 1 INCH MARGINS

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

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INCLUDE PAGE NUMBERS

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

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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.

Summary: 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.

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*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.

Summary: 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.

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

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

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Format

DOCX ?

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

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

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Civil cases

Format

DOCX ?

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.

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

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Civil cases

Format

PDF

All Orders must be submitted in PDF.

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

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Civil cases

Format

PDF

All Orders must be submitted in PDF.

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

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Format

DOCX ?

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

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

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Format

DOCX ?

All proposed orders must be submitted in Microsoft Word format.

Summary: Proposed orders must be submitted in Microsoft Word format.

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Format

DOCX ?

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

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

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Format

DOCX ?

Orders must be submitted in Word format.

Summary: Orders submitted via COURTMAP must be in Word format.

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Format

PDF

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.

Summary: 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.

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Format

PDF

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.

Summary: 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.

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Civil cases

Format

DOCX ?

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

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

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Civil cases

Format

DOCX ?

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

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

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Format

DOCX ?

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

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

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Format

DOCX ?

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

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

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Format

PDF

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

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

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Format

DOCX ?

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).

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

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Civil cases

Format

DOCX ?

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.

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

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Format

DOCX ?

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

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

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

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

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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.

Summary: 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.

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Format

DOCX ?

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.

Summary: 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.

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

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

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Civil cases

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.

Summary: 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.

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Civil cases

Format

DOCX ?

All orders must be submitted through courtMAP in Word format.

Summary: All orders submitted through courtMAP must be in Word format.

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Civil cases

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

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

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Format

DOCX ?

The Agreed Recommended Order must be submitted in Word format.

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Civil cases

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.

Summary: 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.

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Civil cases

ALL MOTION MUST TAKE ONLY 5 MINUTES OF HEARING TIME.

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

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Format

DOCX ?

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 -

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

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Civil cases

Format

DOCX ?

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

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

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Civil cases

Format

DOCX ?

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

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

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Criminal cases

***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. ***

Summary: 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.

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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.

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

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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.

Summary: 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.

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Required

Always ?

HARD COPIES or BINDERS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.

Summary: Hard copies and binders are not accepted by the Court.

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(NO TELEPHONIC APPEARANCES FOR SPECIAL SET HEARINGS)

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

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Format

DOCX ?

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.

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

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Format

DOCX ?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Format

DOCX ?

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

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

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Format

DOCX ?

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

Summary: Agreed orders must be submitted in Microsoft Word format.

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Format

DOCX ?

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

Summary: Proposed orders must be submitted in Microsoft Word format.

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Format

DOCX ?

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

Summary: Proposed orders must be submitted in Microsoft Word format.

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Civil cases

Format

DOCX ?

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

Summary: Agreed orders must be submitted in Microsoft Word format.

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Civil cases

Format

DOCX ?

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

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

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Format

DOCX ?

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

Summary: Proposed orders must be in Word format when uploaded.

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Civil cases

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.

Summary: 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.

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Civil cases

Format

DOCX ?

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

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

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Civil cases

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.

Summary: 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.

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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.

Summary: 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.

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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.

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

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Margins

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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

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

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Criminal cases

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.

Summary: 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.

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Civil cases

Format

DOCX ?

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.

Summary: 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.

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Format

DOCX ?

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.

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

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

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

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Civil cases

Format

DOCX ?

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.

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

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

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

Summary: Each supporting document must be submitted separately and properly titled.

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Format

DOCX ?

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

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

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Format

DOCX ?

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

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

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Criminal cases

Format

DOCX ?

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

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

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Format

DOCX ?

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

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

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

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

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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.

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

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

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

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*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.

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

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Civil cases

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

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

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Criminal cases

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

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

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Format

PDF ?

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.

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

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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.

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

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Civil cases

Format

DOCX ?

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

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

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Civil cases

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.

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

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Civil cases

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

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

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

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

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Civil cases

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

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

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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.

Summary: 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.

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

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

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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.

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

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Civil cases

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.

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

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Exhibits shall be one-sided.

Summary: Trial and evidentiary exhibits must be one-sided.

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Civil cases

Format

DOCX ?

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.

Summary: 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.

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Civil cases

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.

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

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Civil cases

Format

PDF

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

Summary: Special set hearing documents must be in PDF format.

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Format

DOCX ?

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

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

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ZOOM hearings may only be set with Court approval

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

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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.

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

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

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

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

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

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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.

Summary: 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).

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Criminal cases

Required

Always ?

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.

Summary: 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.

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Civil cases

Required

Always ?

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

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

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

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

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Case law should be highlighted for relevant portions.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Civil cases

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

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

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Criminal cases

Required

Always ?

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

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

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Criminal cases

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

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

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Criminal cases

Required

Always ?

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

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

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All parties are required to bring hard copies of their exhibits to trial. 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, organized in sequential order, either in a binder or in individual folders. The clerk will then mark each exhibit accordingly.

Summary: For an in-person trial, parties must bring hard copies of exhibits, submit them on the first day, and provide exhibits for identification in sequential order in a binder or individual folders.

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Civil cases

Format

WORD_PERFECT ?

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 by 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.).

Summary: Submit proposed orders in Word format on the courtMAP-generated blank order form with the filed, clerk-stamped motion and all supporting documents.

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Civil cases

The courtMAP submissions must be formatted as follows:

Summary: Special set hearing submissions in courtMAP must comply with the listed formatting requirements.

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Format

WORD_PERFECT ?

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

Summary: Agreed orders must be submitted through courtMAP in Microsoft Word format only under the Proposed Orders tab.

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Format

WORD_PERFECT ?

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

Summary: All proposed orders must be submitted through courtMAP in Microsoft Word format only under the Proposed Order tab.

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Civil cases

Format

WORD_PERFECT ?

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.

Summary: Proposed Orders must be submitted through courtMAP in Word format on its pre-generated blank order form with the motion and all supporting documents.

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Civil cases

Format

PDF

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

Summary: Submit all Special Set documents electronically through courtMAP in PDF format.

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Format

WORD_PERFECT ?

All agreed orders must be submitted via COURTMAP.  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.

Summary: Submit agreed orders through CourtMAP in Word format on its pre-generated blank order form, accompanied by the motion and supporting documents or a letter of explanation.

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Format

WORD_PERFECT ?

All proposed orders must be submitted in Word format using the pre-generated blank order form on courtMAP.  Each submission must be accompanied by the corresponding motion and all supporting documents or a letter of explanation.

Summary: Submit proposed orders in Word format on CourtMAP's pre-generated blank order form with the corresponding motion and supporting documents or a letter of explanation.

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Any party wishing the court review evidence or case law during the hearing should put them on the screen or bring loose hard copies.

Summary: For an in-person Special Set hearing, evidence or case law for the court to review should be displayed onscreen or brought as loose hard copies.

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NO BINDERS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Summary: Binders will not be accepted for in-person Special Set hearings.

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Civil cases

Format

PDF

Use PDF software to bookmark each page containing the exhibit number or letter. The bookmarks must be properly titled and in the appropriate order.

Summary: Bookmark each exhibit cover page with a properly titled bookmark in the correct order.

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Civil cases

1. BE ONE-SIDED (NO DOUBLE-SIDED SUBMISSIONS)

Summary: Motions and memoranda submitted for specially set hearings must be one-sided.

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Civil cases

2. TYPED IN 12 POINT FONT

Summary: Motions and memoranda submitted for specially set hearings must be typed in 12-point font.

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Civil cases

3. BE DOUBLE SPACED

Summary: Motions and memoranda submitted for specially set hearings must be double-spaced.

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Civil cases

Margins

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

4. CONTAIN 1 INCH MARGINS

Summary: Motions and memoranda submitted for specially set hearings must have one-inch margins.

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Civil cases

5. INCLUDE PAGE NUMBERS

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

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Prior to any evidentiary hearing, the parties shall exchange witness lists and exhibits within 7 calendar days of the hearing. In the event of an emergency hearing, the parties shall exchange witness lists and exhibits within 24 hours.

Summary: Parties must exchange witness lists and exhibits within 7 calendar days before an evidentiary hearing, or within 24 hours in an emergency hearing.