Hon. James R. Harris — 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
Uniform Motion Calendar hearings will take place remotely via Zoom unless the Court orders otherwise.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Zoom Hearings
All Uniform Motion Calendar, Case Management Conferences, and Calendar Calls will be held remotely via Zoom unless ordered otherwise by the Court. Evidentiary hearings over 30 minutes and all Domestic Violence trials will be held in-person.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Proper decorum is expected during Zoom hearings. Attendees must mute themselves until called, use their full legal name as identifiers, and attorneys are required to appear via video unless prior telephonic appearance is approved.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
If connection issues occur during a Zoom hearing, contact the Court's chambers immediately via email or phone for assistance.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Proposed Orders
The Court acts only on motions and petitions properly e-filed with the Clerk’s Office. Do not send letters, emails, or notes directly to the court requesting relief.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Emergency Motions
Emergency hearings must comply with strict procedures outlined by the Court and Florida rules. Submit motions through proper e-filing procedures.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Discovery Disputes
The Mandatory Disclosure Rule requires parties in family law cases to share financial documentation. Ensure all disclosures comply with Rule 12.285 of the Florida Family Court Rules.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Parties must file financial affidavits if child support, alimony, or equitable distribution is at issue, adhering to form requirements based on income levels.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Cancellations
When requesting a hearing, include the case information, time needed, and a copy of the relevant motion date-stamped by the Clerk’s Office. Avoid duplicate emails when communicating with the Court to prevent delays.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Other
Communicate with the Court via the division email, not by phone. Correspondence must include the case number, case style, all parties, and adhere to email thread protocol.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Contact Information
Judicial Assistant
Oscaryn Melendez
Phone
(954) 831-0615Courtroom
WW11174
Official Page
Court WebsiteLast Verified
June 30, 2026
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
