Hon. Diana Moreland — 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
UMC / Motion Calendar
B. Hearing Procedures Unless stipulated to by all interested persons, the following hearings shall take place "in person" with the Alleged Incapacitated Person, Ward or Vulnerable Adult present and…
Verified Jun 30, 2026
Zoom Hearings
A. Remote Appearance Judge Moreland maintains a hybrid courtroom, meaning that Judge Moreland can conduct Court with parties appearing in-person and remotely by Zoom at the same time. There are exc…
Verified Jun 30, 2026
Proposed Orders
D. Submission of Orders Definitions E-Filed means through the State Portal. For Clerk's audit (See Matters Requiring Clerk's Audit Must be E-Filed ) For Judge: Select Manatee County; Select Divisio…
Verified Jun 30, 2026
Other
A. Remote Appearance B. Hearing Procedures C. Communication with Judge's Office D. Submission of Orders E. Adversarial Probate Proceeding F. Trust Cases Assigned to Civil Division 5 G. Other Di…
Verified Jun 30, 2026
Contact Information
Judicial Assistant
Lisa
JA Email
lfritz@jud12.flcourts.orgPhone
(941) 479-3617Courtroom
5D
Official Page
Court WebsiteLast Verified
June 30, 2026
Official Sources
Source: Official court page or published division procedure material.
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