Summary Judgment
S.D. Fla. — SDFL requires a separate Statement of Material Facts (SMF) — 10 pages movant, 10 pages opponent response + 5 pages additional facts.
SDFL requires a separate Statement of Material Facts (SMF) — 10 pages movant, 10 pages opponent response + 5 pages additional facts. First word of each response must be "disputed" or "undisputed." Pinpoint citations required — general citations are non-compliant. Multiple partial MSJs require prior permission. L.R. 56.1.
SMF Requirements
| Document | Limit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Movant's SMF | 10 pages | Numbered paragraphs, single material fact each, pinpoint citations |
| Opponent's SMF | 10 pages + 5 additional | Mirror movant's numbering; first word = "disputed" or "undisputed" |
| Reply SMF | — | Required if opponent asserts additional facts, even without reply memo |
Pinpoint Citations (L.R. 56.1(b)(1)(B))
Must include: specific page numbers (line numbers for depositions), exhibit number and title, ECF number for filed materials. A general citation (e.g., "Smith Affidavit") is non-compliant.
Opponent's Format (L.R. 56.1(b)(2))
Correspond with movant's numbering. Do NOT repeat movant's text. First word = "disputed" or "undisputed." Additional facts numbered consecutively from movant's last number, titled "Additional Facts."
Consequences
Failure to controvert = facts may be deemed admitted (L.R. 56.1(c)). Non-compliance = court may strike, require compliance, or sanction (L.R. 56.1(d)). Multiple MSJs require prior permission (L.R. 56.1(e)) — exception for immunity then merits.