Hon. Maxine Cheesman — 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
Uniform motion calendar hearings can be scheduled online pursuant to Local Rule No. 4.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Courtesy Copies
Send hard copies of materials for UMC, Special Set hearings, or trials at least seven business days in advance to avoid cancellation.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Joint status reports must be uploaded at least 7 days before a DCM Conference via the online scheduling system.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Zoom Hearings
Calendar Calls will be conducted via E-Calendar Call starting May 6, 2026; do not appear in person.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Proposed Orders
Parties must submit a proposed amended DCMO with continuance motions indicating revised pretrial deadlines and trial readiness timelines.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Special Set Hearings
Special set hearings must be scheduled via email with specific details and coordination among parties. They will be conducted in person.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Summary judgment motions require a signed, filed stipulation on completed discovery to request a special set hearing.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Provide five available dates for special set hearings after coordinating with counsel; Mondays are preferred.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Emergency Motions
Expedited special set hearing dates may be sought by scheduling the matter on the uniform motion calendar with proper notice.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Discovery Disputes
Compliance with Local Rule No. 4 is mandatory; a stipulation on completed discovery is required for summary judgment motions.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Cancellations
Trial continuance motions must be filed within 30 days of service or as soon as the need arises and must comply with Florida Rule 1.460.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Other
Review updated division suspension and trial docket dates to adhere to important pretrial and trial deadlines.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
E-Calendar Calls have designated trial periods. Parties should prepare accordingly for pretrial deadlines and trial readiness.
Verified Jun 9, 2026
Contact Information
Judicial Assistant
Monique Harris
JA Email
CAD-DivisionAJ@pbcgov.orgPhone
(561) 355-7552Courtroom
11D
Official Page
Court WebsiteLast Verified
June 30, 2026
Official Sources
Source: Official court page or published division procedure material.
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