Florida E-Filing Guide
All Florida attorneys must e-file through myflcourtaccess.com. With strict 7 MB per document limits and PDF/A-2a preferred format, Florida has some of the strictest e-filing requirements. January 2025 rule amendments changed initial disclosure deadlines to 60 days.
Florida Courts E-Filing Portal Requirements
PDF/A-2a Preferred
Florida prefers PDF/A-2a archival format. Regular PDFs accepted but PDF/A-2a recommended for long-term preservation.
No Encryption or JavaScript
PDFs must not be password-protected, encrypted, or contain JavaScript. Documents with security restrictions will be rejected.
Strict 7 MB Limit
Florida has one of the strictest file size limits at 7 MB per document. Large exhibits must be split into multiple files.
Rule 2.520 Formatting
8.5x11 paper, 12-point minimum font, 1-inch margins. Pages consecutively numbered. Removable paper clips only, no stapling.
Accepted File Formats
- • PDF/A-2a preferred format
- • 7 MB per document limit
- • 25 MB total per submission
- • No encryption or JavaScript
Common myflcourtaccess Filing Issues
7 MB File Size Exceeded
Split large exhibits into multiple files (Exhibit 1A, 1B, etc.) or compress images. Miami-Dade and other large counties have procedures for oversized exhibits.
Encrypted PDF Rejected
Remove all password protection and security restrictions before uploading. Save a clean copy without encryption for e-filing.
Wrong PDF Format
Save as PDF/A-2a for best results. In Adobe Acrobat: File > Save As Other > Archivable PDF > PDF/A-2a. Most PDF editors support this format.
January 2025 Rule Confusion
New Rule 1.280 amendments effective January 2025 require initial disclosures within 60 days after service of complaint. Update your case timelines accordingly.
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Filing multiple exhibits with myflcourtaccess? Use Trial Binder Mode to create court-ready exhibit books with alphabetic labels (A, B, C), per-exhibit page numbering (A1-A5), and auto-generated table of contents. Great for complex filings with numerous exhibits.
Learn about Trial Binder ModeWhy Use ExhibitPrep for myflcourtaccess?
ExhibitPrep ensures your exhibits meet all Florida Courts E-Filing Portal requirements before you upload.
PDF/A-2a Compatible
ExhibitPrep exports maintain PDF/A-2a compatibility when your source documents use this format.
File Size Monitoring
ExhibitPrep shows file size for each exhibit, helping you stay under the 7 MB limit before export.
Security Clean
Stamped exports have no encryption or JavaScript. Ready for myflcourtaccess submission.
Rule 2.520 Compliant
Exhibit stamps meet Florida formatting requirements for electronic filing.
How to Prepare Exhibits for myflcourtaccess
Upload PDF/A-2a exhibits
Ensure documents are under 7 MB and in PDF/A-2a format if possible.
Select Florida template
Choose plaintiff (numbers) or defendant (letters) per Florida convention.
Add stamps and check file size
Position stamps and preview. ExhibitPrep displays file size for 7 MB compliance.
Download stamped exhibits
Export clean PDFs without encryption. Split any files over 7 MB.
Upload to myflcourtaccess
Log in to myflcourtaccess.com and upload exhibits. Monitor 25 MB total limit.
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myflcourtaccess Guides by Practice Area
Practice-specific filing requirements and exhibit tips for Florida Courts E-Filing Portal.
Frequently Asked Questions about myflcourtaccess
What is the Florida e-filing size limit?
Florida limits individual documents to 7 MB with a 25 MB total per submission. This is one of the strictest limits among state courts. Large exhibits must be split into multiple files. Miami-Dade (11th Circuit) and other large circuits have specific procedures for oversized exhibits.
What changed in Florida Rule 1.280 in January 2025?
Effective January 2025, Rule 1.280 now requires initial disclosures within 60 days after service of the complaint. This brings Florida closer to federal discovery practice. Exhibit lists must be filed 7 days before evidentiary hearings per the amendments.
Is PDF/A-2a required in Florida?
PDF/A-2a is preferred but not strictly required. The Florida Courts E-Filing Portal accepts regular PDFs, but PDF/A-2a is recommended for archival preservation. Documents must not be encrypted or contain JavaScript regardless of format.
Why does Florida prohibit stapling exhibits?
Florida Rule 2.520(c) requires documents held together by removable paper clips only. Stapling and binding are prohibited to facilitate scanning and copying. Exhibits appended to motions are exempt from this formatting requirement.
How do I mark exhibits in Florida courts?
Florida typically uses numbers (1, 2, 3) for plaintiffs and letters (A, B, C) for defendants. Miami-Dade requires exhibits marked "FOR IDENTIFICATION ONLY" initially, then marked admitted after court acceptance. Check your circuit local rules for specific procedures.
Official Florida Courts E-Filing Portal Portal
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