Hon. Allison Gilman — Judicial Procedures
County Court
Quick operational summary based on publicly available court procedure materials. Always verify with the official court source before relying on this information.
Quick Rules
UMC / Motion Calendar
Motion Calendar hearings are held every Monday (9:30-11:30 AM) and Wednesday (11:00-11:30 AM) by Zoom. Ensure your motion is properly set and complies with set procedures.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Courtesy Copies
Due to Clerk's office delays, providing courtesy copies of motions to the Judicial Assistant is permitted but must follow strict email formatting requirements.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Zoom Hearings
Zoom hearings are permitted for specific purposes, but parties must file a written motion to request Zoom appearances and secure a court order.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Proposed Orders
Submit agreed or ex-parte orders through the e-order system if all parties are represented. Hard copies will not be entered. Pro se parties must submit orders directly to chambers.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Special Set Hearings
Special Set Hearings (15/30 minutes) are held Monday afternoons and Thursdays both morning and afternoon via Zoom. All hearings over 30 minutes must be coordinated with the Judicial Assistant.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Coordinate special-set hearings exceeding 30 minutes directly with the Judicial Assistant through a conference call involving all parties. Unauthorized 'add-ons' are not allowed.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Emergency Motions
Emergency motions must comply with Florida law. Court personnel cannot forward ex-parte information to judges. Contact the Judicial Assistant for emergencies.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Discovery Disputes
Do not set motions to compel discovery for hearings to compel dates. If no dates are provided within two business days, you may unilaterally set a deposition and await a protective order if opposed.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Cancellations
If a special-set hearing is no longer needed, notify the Judicial Assistant immediately via email with the reason for cancellation.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Other
Parties in small claims cases seeking to invoke the Rules of Civil Procedure must use the court's uniform order via the e-order system. Invocation requires a signed court order.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Contact Information
Judicial Assistant
Cindy Kydd
Phone
(954) 831-0306Courtroom
S210
Official Page
Court WebsiteLast Verified
June 30, 2026
Official Sources
Source: Official court page or published division procedure material.
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- Hon. Carlos Augusto RodriguezCircuit Civil
