Judge-Specific Procedures
S.D. Fla. — SDFL judges maintain individual standing orders that supplement and sometimes modify local rules.
SDFL judges maintain individual standing orders that supplement and sometimes modify local rules. If judge's discovery procedures conflict with local rules, judge's procedures control (L.R. 26.1(g)(1)). Check assigned judge at flsd.uscourts.gov/judges-info.
Locations: Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Fort Pierce.
Recent Changes
Dec 1, 2025 (AO 2025-88): Rule 5.4 (sealing), Rule 7.1 (motions/emergency/expedited), Rule 16.2 (mediation — videoconference default), Attorney Admission Rule 4 (PHV notice of appearance), Rule 5 (student practice).
Dec 2, 2024: Rule 5.1 (courthouse closure), Rule 5.3 (mandatory e-filing trial exhibits), Rule 5.4 (redacted exhibits).
PHV fee increase (AO 2024-91): $200 to $250.
How to Stay Current
Admin Orders at flsd.uscourts.gov/adminorders. Amendments typically December 1. Bar members get CM/ECF notice.