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The motion states its factual positions with record citations (Rule 1.510(c)(1))
Fla. R. Civ. P. 1.510(c)(1) requires each factual position to cite the record; Rule 1.510(d) governs a nonmovant who shows that facts essential to its opposition are unavailable.
Serve the motion with supporting factual positions and record citations; calendar the response as due 40 days after service (Fla. R. Civ. P. 1.510(c)(5), as amended)
Include supporting factual positions with record citations.
Rule: Summary Judgment Timing: 40 Days / 20 Days — Fla. R. Civ. P. 1.510 →Special-set the hearing through chambers
Summary judgment is not a motion-calendar matter; follow the division's special-set procedure.
Calendar the response deadline
The nonmovant's response is due no later than 40 days after service of the motion (current rule 1.510(c)(5)).
Rule: Summary Judgment Timing: 40 Days / 20 Days — Fla. R. Civ. P. 1.510 →Deliver courtesy copies if the division requires them
Confirm remote vs. in-person protocol for the division
Submit the proposed order per division format requirements
Rule: Proposed Orders: Word Format via Online Services — Division AO →Steps marked “check the division's instructions” vary by judge — that variance is exactly what BenchPath tracks. Search your county and division for the specific requirements before relying on the generic sequence. Not legal advice.