Hon. Francis Viamontes — Judicial Procedures
Foreclosure
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 occur Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9:00 a.m., limited to 5-10 minutes, and are on a first-come-first-served basis. A notice of hearing and the motion must be filed and provided to the Judge's assistant. Hearings without notice will be canceled.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Zoom Hearings
Zoom is unavailable for hearings when the defendant is in custody but may be requested for other hearings through the Judge’s assistant in advance.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Proposed Orders
Documents for motions in limine or special set hearings must be submitted 48 hours before the hearing. Attorneys should confer on proposed jury instructions and trial issues to streamline trial proceedings.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Special Set Hearings
Special set hearings of 10 minutes or longer are scheduled through the Judicial Assistant and require submission of motion and documents at least 48 hours before the hearing. Failure to submit a notice of hearing within 2 business days of scheduling may result in cancellation.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Emergency Motions
No clear procedure for emergency motions is provided in the text. Attorneys may need to contact the Judicial Assistant for guidance.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Discovery Disputes
Discovery disputes should be addressed via motions calendar or special set hearings in advance of trial. Stipulations and motions in limine are encouraged to limit unnecessary testimony.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Cancellations
To cancel, contact the Judicial Assistant. Submit an agreed order resolving the matter in advance or attend the hearing if no agreed order is provided. Notify the assistant promptly to free the hearing slot.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Other
Defendants must be present for hearings unless waived by a filed written waiver; the Court does not entertain ex-parte communications. Notices of intent to use certifications or summaries are encouraged.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Contact Information
Judicial Assistant
Gregory Patrick Woods II
Phone
(954) 831-7785Courtroom
NW6750
Official Page
Court WebsiteLast Verified
June 30, 2026
Official Sources
Source: Official court page or published division procedure material.
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