Hon. Jennifer Wigand Hilal — 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
Non-evidentiary, ex-parte matters can be heard on the Uniform Motion Calendar if they require five minutes equally divided between the parties.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Courtesy Copies
Judges do not receive motions or pleadings through e-filing. Attorneys must deliver or mail hard copies to the judge, along with a proposed order and addressed stamped envelopes.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Zoom Hearings
All hearings, except jury trials and small claims pre-trial conferences, will take place via Zoom unless an in-person hearing is requested and approved by the court. Witnesses must appear on Zoom with their camera turned on.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Proposed Orders
Proposed Orders can only be submitted online if both parties approve them. In case of disagreement, each party must submit their version with a cover letter. Self-addressed stamped envelopes are required.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Special Set Hearings
Special Set Hearings are scheduled via the online system for 15 or 30 minutes or by contacting the Judicial Assistant. Eviction, attorney fee, or hearings exceeding 30 minutes must be scheduled directly through the Judicial Assistant.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Emergency Motions
Emergency Hearings require approval from the judge before scheduling. Refer to Administrative Order 2014-032-CO for procedures.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Discovery Disputes
Motions to compel due to complete failure to respond may result in an Ex-Parte Order requiring compliance in 10 days. Attempts must be made to resolve disputes before filing other motions to compel.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Cancellations
Motion calendar cancellations must be processed online and notified to the Judicial Assistant. Special Set Hearings may only be canceled if an agreement is reached or court approval is given.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Other
Exhibits exceeding four pages must be paginated and printed as hard copies for evidentiary proceedings.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Attorneys withdrawing must provide and serve their client's contact details within the motion and notice of hearing.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Contact Information
Judicial Assistant
Bibi Khan
Phone
(954) 831-7898Courtroom
WW12178
Official Page
Court WebsiteLast Verified
June 30, 2026
Official Sources
Source: Official court page or published division procedure material.
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