Hon. Kevin P. Tynan — 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
Opposed motions must be noticed on UMC. Upload unopposed motions and agreed orders for Zoom reset requests to the CMS workbench, providing detailed grounds. Motions may be referred to UMC if necessary.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Courtesy Copies
Do not submit letters, emails, or notes to the Court. File motions properly with the Clerk of Courts, copy opposing parties, and send courtesy copies directly to the Court only if certified that copies were provided to opposing parties.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Zoom Hearings
UMC hearings are generally conducted via Zoom. Evidentiary hearings and Domestic Violence hearings are held in person unless ordered otherwise. Agreed orders to reset in-person matters to Zoom should detail good cause and be uploaded to CMS.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Rename yourself on Zoom using your first and last name to be admitted. Mute yourself until your case is called, and have your video on during the hearing. If connection issues occur, contact the Judicial Assistant immediately.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Proposed Orders
The Court does not rule on emails or informal communications. Submit motions via proper filing channels, and ensure all necessary notifications are sent to the opposing party.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Special Set Hearings
When requesting a special hearing, emails must include the requested hearing time and a stamped copy of the motion. Avoid redundant emails to prevent delays.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Emergency Motions
For emergency motions needing immediate review, reference 'EMERGENCY' in the email subject line. Include all parties in communications and ensure the email contains the required motion and time request.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Discovery Disputes
Mandatory disclosure (Rule 12.285) requires parties in family law cases to exchange financial documentation. Ensure this is provided to prevent procedural complications.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Cancellations
Avoid duplicate emails to the Court as this delays responses. Use email threads for ongoing issues and carefully review communications before sending.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Contact Information
Judicial Assistant
Alicia Ray
Phone
(954) 831-7704Courtroom
WW11162
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
