Hon. Jr. Edward H. Merrigan — Judicial Procedures
Family 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
UMC / Motion Calendar
Motion for continuance can be submitted for hearing or emailed with agreed order and justification for continuance if both parties agree.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Zoom Hearings
Zoom hearings may be conducted for certain circumstances. Ensure professionalism and a distraction-free environment during remote proceedings.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Proposed Orders
Agreed motions/orders that don’t require hearings must be emailed to the Judicial Assistant with opposing side copied and needed documents attached.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Special Set Hearings
To schedule a hearing, e-file the motion, email the Judicial Assistant with the motion copy, time needed, witness details, and opponent's availability for scheduling.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Trial dates are agreed upon during pretrial conference, and the clerk will schedule the trial and notify parties.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Emergency Motions
Emergency motions must be e-filed with the Clerk’s Office and emailed to the Judge’s Office with copies to opposing parties.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Discovery Disputes
Provide hard copies of all exhibits/documents for evidentiary hearings at least 5 days prior to the hearing, properly marked for easy referencing.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Cancellations
For cancellations, email the Judicial Assistant, copy the opposing party, and outline the reason for cancellation.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Contact Information
Judicial Assistant
Marlene Henderson
Phone
(954) 831-7671Courtroom
NW6870
Official Page
Court WebsiteLast Verified
June 30, 2026
Official Sources
Source: Official court page or published division procedure material.
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