Commercial Litigation Exhibits for Florida Courts
Florida commercial litigation follows Florida Rule of Civil Procedure 1.280 for discovery and handles significant business case volume through Complex Business Litigation divisions. Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties see major commercial disputes. Real estate, hospitality, and international trade drive Florida business litigation. This guide covers exhibit preparation for contract disputes, business torts, and commercial matters.
- Florida's primary exhibit rule is Florida Rule of Civil Procedure 1.280.
- Commercial Litigation cases in Florida e-file through Florida Courts E-Filing Portal.
- Florida Courts E-Filing Portal caps each uploaded document at 25 MB.
- The exhibit exchange deadline in Florida is Per Florida Rule of Civil Procedure 1.280 and the case management order.
- Common Commercial Litigation exhibits in Florida include Contracts and amendments and Business correspondence and emails.
- ExhibitPrep stamps exhibits in the browser, so case files never leave the computer.
Before you file
ExhibitPrep formats documents. It does not provide legal advice, submit filings, or determine whether evidence is admissible or a filing meets court requirements.
Some guidance has not been verified against current official sources. A citation supports only its stated claim and scope. Compare the finished PDF with current court instructions and orders in your case. Follow the filing review checklist.
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Florida Quick Reference
| E-Filing System | Florida Courts E-Filing Portal ↗ |
| File Size Limit | 25 MB |
| Exchange Deadline | Per Florida Rule of Civil Procedure 1.280 and the case management order |
| Primary Rule | Florida Rule of Civil Procedure 1.280 |
Common Commercial Litigation Exhibits in Florida
Florida Commercial Litigation Tips
- 1Miami-Dade has Complex Business Litigation division
- 2Florida Rule of Civil Procedure 1.280 sets the general provisions governing discovery.
- 3Palm Beach and Broward have active commercial dockets
- 4Court documents are filed through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal at myflcourtaccess.com, with limited exceptions.
- 5Florida uses numbers for plaintiff, letters for defendant exhibits
- 6International and Latin American disputes common in Miami
- 7Real estate and condo developer cases frequent
Common Commercial Litigation Filing Mistakes in Florida
Commercial Litigation Exhibits in Florida: FAQ
What is Florida Complex Business Litigation?
Miami-Dade and other counties have Complex Business Litigation divisions handling major commercial disputes. Request assignment through case management for appropriate cases.
How do I file commercial exhibits in Florida?
Attorneys must file through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal, and unrepresented parties may elect to.
What discovery rules apply to Florida commercial cases?
Florida Rule of Civil Procedure 1.280 sets the general provisions governing discovery. Florida has broad discovery allowing relevant evidence. Respond within 30 days and supplement as needed.
What international considerations apply to Miami cases?
Miami handles significant Latin American and international business disputes. Consider foreign document authentication, translation requirements, and international arbitration clauses.
How should I organize commercial exhibits for Florida courts?
Organize by transaction timeline. Group contracts, performance documents, breach evidence, and damages. Bates number all documents.
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