Hon. Amy M. Williams — 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
Schedule a Case Management Conference in JAWS to set a jury trial or a non-jury trial exceeding two hours, using an available 15-minute motion docket slot.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Schedule 15-, 30-, and 60-minute motion hearings directly in JAWS.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Courtesy Copies
Bring jury instructions and verdict forms on trial day and email courtesy copies to the judicial assistant.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Zoom Hearings
Obtain advance approval for Zoom hearings; the moving party must include the Zoom Meeting ID and passcode in the notice.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Proposed Orders
An opposing party or counsel has 15 days after service of the motion and notice to file opposition and may request a hearing within that period.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
After the submission period expires, upload the proposed order in JAWS with a cover letter stating that the motion is ripe and documenting compliance and filing dates.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Submit orders through JAWS in PDF format with a cover letter, copy all parties, and provide the order to opposing counsel and any self-represented litigant.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Accompany every proposed order with a cover letter certifying agreement or identifying disagreements.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Allow up to 15 days for review of non-emergency matters in JAWS before asking about their status.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Submit the proposed Uniform PTC order to the judicial assistant at least three days before the pre-trial conference.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Special Set Hearings
Combine adjacent available JAWS slots for 30-, 45-, or 60-minute hearings by emailing the judicial assistant.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Request special-set times for hearings over one hour by emailing the judicial assistant, copying all parties and attaching the e-filed motion and any response.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Emergency Motions
For a potential emergency hearing, file a detailed motion with the Clerk, email a copy to the judicial assistant, copy all parties, and state whether opposing counsel objects.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Cancellations
Cancel hearings by immediately notifying the judicial assistant, filing and serving a notice of cancellation, and cancelling the hearing in JAWS.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Other
Send communications to the judicial office by email and include the case number and case name in the subject line.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Copy all parties on emails directed to the judicial office unless an ex parte communication is authorized by law.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Submit arguments and case-related details through properly filed motions, responses, or pleadings rather than email.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Make and receive service by email unless excused.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Ensure all counsel and associated parties are entered in JAWS to receive scheduling notifications.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Do not e-file or email a notice of hearing until the request has been approved in JAWS.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Upload foreclosure final judgments to JAWS after the hearing and include the judge-issued sale date in the order.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Email the pre-trial order to the judicial assistant at least three days before the pretrial conference.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
After e-filing a motion for rehearing or reconsideration, email it to the judge’s attention and do not schedule a hearing unless instructed.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
For withdrawal or substitution with client consent, indicate consent in the cover letter, submit a proposed order to JAWS, and include the client’s address, email, and phone number in the order.
Verified Aug 10, 2026
Contact Information
Judicial Assistant
Stephanie Fadhel
Phone
(727)582-7550Official Page
Court WebsiteLast Verified
August 9, 2026
Official Sources
Source: Official court page or published division procedure material.
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