For Attorneys

Access essential tools, procedural guidance, and practice resources for the Sixth Judicial Circuit.

Quick Access Resources

Frequently used tools and resources for attorneys practicing in the Sixth Judicial Circuit.

Law Library

Access legal research resources and law libraries.

JAWS

Access JAWS for Pasco County and Pinellas County.

Express Access

View elegibility to obtain attorney express access credentials.

Practice Requirements

Repository of court rules and judge-specific requirements.

Administrative Orders

View current administrative orders issued by the Chief Judge.

Local Rules

Access the local rules governing practice in the Sixth Judicial Circuit.

Court Calendars

Access court calendars and dockets for all divisions.

Judges Directory

Access the Sixth Judicial Circuit Judges’ Directory.

Case Information & Practice Requirements

Access commonly requested checklists, reference materials, and case-specific resources.

Case Checklists & Practice Info

Adoption Checklist (PDF)

Termination of Parental Rights Pending Adoption Checklist (PDF)

Interest Rate on Judgments (PDF)

Mortgage Foreclosures

Practice Requirements for info related to Covid-19

Civil and Family Judge Proposed Orders Notice (PDF)

Court Operations & Procedures

Court-Appointed Attorneys

Court Reporting

Express Access

Residential Eviction Summons Language (PDF)

Note: Add to Pinellas residential eviction summons

Technology in the Courtroom

Facilities & Specialized Resources

Lactation Room (St. Petersburg Judicial Building)

The St. Petersburg Judicial Building provides a dedicated lactation room available for attorneys, jurors, court patrons, and staff.
Location: Room 136
Access: Call (727) 582-7477 for entry code.

Get Directions to St. Petersburg Judicial Building

Professionalism Expectations and Implementation Procedures (PDF)

Interpreters

Court Records & Additional Legal Links

Pasco County Clerk Court Records

Pinellas County Clerk Court Records

Duty Judge Calendar Current Week

Duty Judge Calendar Following Week

Sixth Circuit Appellate Division Opinions

Judicial Ethics Advisory Committee Opinions

For Attorneys FAQ

Find answers related to court procedures, scheduling hearings, submitting proposed orders, and using tools such as JAWS. Review this section for guidance on working within the Sixth Judicial Circuit.

How can I access and use the JAWS portal for scheduling?

The Judicial Automated Workflow System (JAWS) is the primary tool for attorneys in Pasco and Pinellas counties to manage hearing scheduling and submit proposed orders. To use the system, you must be a member of the Florida Bar. Detailed instructions on registration and system navigation can be found on the dedicated JAWS information page.

Visit JAWS information page

Where can I find a judge’s Practice Preferences?

Each judge provides specific procedures and requirements for their cases. You can access these on the Judges or Practice Preferences pages of the website.

Visit our Judges Directory page

Where can I find court calendars and scheduling information?

Court calendars, including judge and division schedules, are available on the Calendars page. These resources help you determine availability and plan filings or hearings.

Visit Calendars page

How can I access court records?

Court records can be accessed online through the Clerk of Court websites for Pasco and Pinellas counties.

Visit Clerk of Court websites for Pasco County

Visit Clerk of Court websites for Pinellas County