Hon. Michael I. Rothschild — 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
Schedule morning motion calendar hearings via the CMS system and coordinate with opposing counsel. Hearings are capped at 5 minutes unless specially set.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Zoom Hearings
Zoom is permitted for motion calendar and non-evidentiary hearings. Evidentiary hearings require party agreement to use Zoom.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Proposed Orders
Proposed orders must follow strict CMS requirements including format, registration of parties in CMS, and proper referencing of motions.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Special Set Hearings
Special set hearings require coordination with the Judicial Assistant via email and must include opposing counsel. Time limits are strictly enforced.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Cancellations
Written requests for continuances must be filed by the Tuesday before calendar call. Emergency motions will only be addressed after this date.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Other
Do not contact the Judge directly. Communication should be exclusively with the Judicial Assistant via email or phone, ensuring opposing counsel and necessary parties are included.
Verified Jun 8, 2026
Contact Information
Judicial Assistant
Kim Cox
Phone
(954) 831-7888Courtroom
NW4810
Official Page
Court WebsiteLast Verified
June 30, 2026
Official Sources
Source: Official court page or published division procedure material.
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