Hon. Kenneth L. Gillespie — Judicial Procedures
County Court
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
Uncontested matters previously set for Motion Calendar or Ex Parte should be processed electronically using the CMS platform, not scheduled as a hearing.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Zoom Hearings
All virtual hearings in Division 62J are conducted via Zoom. Parties unable to attend by video may use the telephone dial-in option with the designated Meeting ID.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Proposed Orders
Submit uncontested proposed orders and agreed orders via the CMS portal and attach all supporting documents, including e-filing references. Failure to include required documents may result in rejection.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Agreed orders must be submitted electronically via CMS. Do not attach motions or unrelated correspondence. Ensure the motion is e-filed first.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Petitions for approval of minor’s settlements or contested guardian appointments must be set for hearing; others can go through the CMS portal if uncontested.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Special Set Hearings
Special set hearings for 15 or 30 minutes must be scheduled through CMS. For hearings exceeding 30 minutes, contact the Judicial Assistant by email with time estimates and petitions.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
All parties must file a Notice of Hearing and ensure all parties are served notice. Compliance with Local Rule 10A is mandatory before any hearing.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Parties seeking a trial must file a Notice of Readiness for Trial and submit courtesy copies to the Judicial Assistant. The court will schedule a Pre-Trial Conference or Calendar Call.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Emergency Motions
Emergency motions should outline the nature of the emergency, be verified, and include after-hours contact information. The court will determine if an emergency exists.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Discovery Disputes
For evidentiary hearings, exchange exhibit and witness lists five days before the hearing and disclose experts ten days beforehand. Ensure compliance to avoid court sanctions.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Cancellations
If a scheduled hearing or trial becomes unnecessary, the scheduling party must cancel it via CMS, file a Notice of Cancellation, and notify all interested parties.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Other
For virtual or hybrid proceedings, evidence should be presented in adherence to the relevant administrative orders, and parties must ensure technological readiness for evidence presentation.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Court staff cannot provide legal advice or discuss substantive matters. File a motion for court consideration of issues.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Contact Information
Judicial Assistant
Taneshia Barbary-Snell
Phone
(954) 831-7565Courtroom
WW14160
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
