Hon. Elijah H. Williams — Judicial Procedures
Juvenile Division
Quick operational summary based on publicly available court procedure materials. Always verify with the official court source before relying on this information.
Quick Rules
Courtesy Copies
Provide hard courtesy copies of motions, documents, and law at hearings. Opposing counsel must receive courtesy copies immediately upon setting the hearing.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Zoom Hearings
Judge Williams provides hybrid dockets with simultaneous in-person and Zoom hearings. Zoom hearings are limited to non-evidentiary matters. If either party objects, in-person is the default.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
For Zoom hearings, attorneys must appear on the scheduled date, be on time, have their camera on, be appropriately dressed, and respect the docket order.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Proposed Orders
Agreed orders can be emailed to the judicial assistant for review. Include the agreed language, a statement of agreement, a descriptive title, and copy all parties.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Special Set Hearings
Disputed matters require three business days' notice, a motion, and the time estimate for all parties. Submit via the judicial assistant.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Status hearings are set by the courtroom and require a clear purpose if requested via the judicial assistant.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Trials and Final VOP hearings are scheduled during calendar calls or status hearings in the courtroom.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Emergency Motions
Emergency relief motions must comply with the 17th Circuit's emergency definition, be submitted in writing, and include notice to all parties and a requested time estimate.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Cancellations
To continue or cancel a hearing, reach an agreement with opposing counsel, email the judicial assistant with a new proposed date, and attach your motion and order.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Other
Juvenile court proceedings are confidential. No filming, photographing, or recording is allowed in the courtroom.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Communication with the judge’s office must be done via email through the judicial assistant, copying opposing counsel.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Contact Information
Judicial Assistant
Gina Trentacosta
Phone
(954) 831-6974Courtroom
NW7840
Official Page
Court WebsiteLast Verified
June 30, 2026
Official Sources
Source: Official court page or published division procedure material.
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