The Honorable Caroline Tesche Arkin — Judicial Procedures
Probate
Quick operational summary based on publicly available court procedure materials. Always verify with the official court source before relying on this information.
Quick Rules
Zoom Hearings
Many hearings will be held remotely, via ZOOM. Certain cases will, however, require “in-person” attendance.**Note:Any Emergency Hearings, including Emergency Temporary Guardianship Petitions and Vu…
Verified Jun 30, 2026
Proposed Orders
Proposed Orders must be uploaded in pdf format through the e-portal. Proposed Orders uploaded in WORD are rejected automatically by the e-portal. Parties must ensure their email addresses are assoc…
Verified Jun 30, 2026
Other
Formal AdministrationIf the decedent died less than two years before the date of filing, the petition for administration must be accompanied by a paid funeral bill or other satisfactory proof that …
Verified Jun 30, 2026
Contact Information
Judicial Assistant
Susan DiLoreto
JA Email
probatedivisionb@fljud13.orgPhone
(813) 272-8550Courtroom
Courtroom 417
Official Page
Court WebsiteLast Verified
June 30, 2026
Official Sources
Source: Official court page or published division procedure material.
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