Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Re: Court Protocol

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Your best bet is to spend a morning or two watching another court calendar to see how it goes - preferably before the same judge as you will appear. I have found that there is nothing like spending time in the courtroom of a judge watching how proceedings go as a learning experience.

Each judge has his or her own rules and ways of doing things. By watching your judge, you will become familiar with the appropriate procedures. Some time in the law library will also help.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

Re: Court Protocol

You can read books like the rules of evidence or simply sit in the courtroom and watch other cases. However, the judge or magistrate will likely guide you if you are not represented. Your courthouse may also have a selfhelp center with some information.