Hon. Christopher Pole — Judicial Procedures
Circuit Civil
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
UMC hearings are for non-evidentiary matters not exceeding 5 minutes and are scheduled Monday-Thursday from 9:15 AM to 10:15 AM in courtroom WW15160. Schedule via the Online Scheduling System and ensure filings are efiled.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Zoom Hearings
Zoom is the default for hearings 15 minutes or less, while evidentiary and special set hearings exceeding 45 minutes are in person unless agreed otherwise by the court.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Parties attending Zoom hearings must enable video, act professionally, remain stationary, dress appropriately, and label themselves with full names.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Proposed Orders
Submit agreed or proposed orders electronically through the CMS system with all supporting documents attached. Avoid submitting competing orders.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Special Set Hearings
Special set hearings exceeding 45 minutes must be conducted in person unless otherwise approved. Materials should be uploaded electronically, and exhibits must be pre-marked.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Emergency Motions
Emergency motions to cancel a foreclosure sale or stay a writ of possession must be filed and emailed by 4:00 PM the day prior, with the hearing held via Zoom.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Discovery Disputes
Before an evidentiary hearing, counsel must confer to resolve exhibit issues. Exhibits should be pre-marked and filed electronically at least 2 days before the hearing.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Cancellations
Upload necessary documents for all hearings to avoid cancellation. Cases missing supporting documents or not properly set up may be canceled.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Other
Attorneys and witnesses attending trials before Judge Pole must indicate their appearance type (Zoom or in-person) on the witness list.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
For UMC, Case Management, or Special Set Hearings, do not send hard copies or drop off materials at the courthouse. All documents must be uploaded electronically through CMS.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Contact Information
Official Sources
Source: Official court page or published division procedure material.
Official court pageDivision procedures pageOther Broward County judges
- Hon. Allison GilmanCounty Court
- Hon. Andrew L. SiegelFamily Division
- Hon. Ari Abraham PorthFamily Division
- Hon. Barbara R. DuffyFamily Division
- Hon. Bernard I. BoberFamily Division
- Hon. Betsy BensonCircuit Civil
