Hon. Keith R. Kyle — Judicial Procedures
Lee County General Civil - "T" Guardianship - "M(5)" Probate - "P(5)"
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
Do not schedule back-to-back hearings to create a longer hearing block; such hearings may be canceled and sanctions may be assessed.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Courtesy Copies
Do not send advance courtesy copies of hearing notices, motions, or proposed orders.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Zoom Hearings
Request Zoom for a hearing by email when coordinating it and obtain Court approval; if confirmed, all parties must appear by Zoom.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
For motion-calendar hearings of 15 minutes or less, use the stated Zoom information and ensure the notice reflects planned Zoom attendance and confirmation information.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Log into Zoom five to ten minutes before the hearing and remain quiet until the case is called.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Proposed Orders
Submit proposed orders through the Florida Courts e-filing portal in Word format; submit pretrial conference and competing orders by email and other orders through the e-portal.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Submit a cover letter with documents or proposed orders identifying the materials and reasons for submission.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Have the cover letter state that all counsel reviewed the submission and whether they object; if there is an objection, submit both sides’ proposed documents in the same email, outline objections, and copy all parties with enclosures.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Special Set Hearings
Request special-set hearings of 15 minutes or longer by emailing the JA, copying all counsel of record, and stating the motion type and time needed.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Emergency Motions
Do not schedule emergency hearings through JACS; submit a written request with a verified motion signed by counsel and clients, after filing the motion with the clerk, and copy all interested parties.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Cancellations
If the matter resolves, immediately file a proper cancellation notice, cancel the hearing, and submit an agreed order subject to Court approval.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
To cancel a hearing, file a Notice of Cancellation, cancel the hearing on JACS, and if cancellation is less than five days before the hearing, contact the JA because only the JA may cancel it.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
File the cancellation notice with the Clerk first, provide copies to all parties, counsel of record, and the Judge’s office by email, and state whether the opposing side agreed or received reasonable notice.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Other
Include coordination status or specific good-faith coordination efforts in every notice of hearing.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
At least one day before a scheduled hearing, the noticing party or attorney must have an actual conversation with the opposing party or attorney to attempt amicable resolution.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
For evidentiary proceedings, file exhibits in the clerk’s file three business days before the proceedings and include an index with exhibit page numbers; identify exhibits by party and number or letter.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Continuances require an unanticipated event and good cause and are rarely granted.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
A continuance stipulation must be signed by all counsel and parties, submitted to the Court with reasons, and parties must continue preparing to attend unless an order grants the continuance.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Contact Information
Official Sources
Source: Official court page or published division procedure material.
Official court pageDivision procedures pageOther Lee County judges
- Hon. Alane LabodaLee County General Civil - "H" Guardianship - "M(2)" Probate - "P(2)"
- Hon. Amy HawthorneLee County Domestic Relations - "U"
- Hon. Andrew MarcusLee County Criminal - "S"
- Hon. Bruce KyleLee County Criminal - "E"
- Hon. Carolyn SwiftLee County Domestic Relations - "A"
- Hon. Devin S. GeorgeLee County Criminal - Lee County Misdemeanors, Ordinances & Criminal Traffic Small Claims Civil Traffic Infractions
