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Complete mandatory disclosure early — a current financial affidavit travels with temporary-relief requests
Rule 12.285's affidavit obligations apply ahead of the temporary hearing, not just at final hearing.
Rule: Mandatory Disclosure in Family Cases — Fla. Fam. L. R. P. 12.285 →Check the family division's temporary-relief procedure
Many family divisions require specific packets, UMC posture, or case-management compliance before a temporary hearing will be set.
File the motion stating each item of relief sought
Support, timesharing, exclusive use, and fees are distinct requests — state each with its basis.
Rule: E-Filing Through the Statewide Portal — Florida Courts E-Filing Portal →Special-set with an honest time estimate and flag the hearing as evidentiary
Temporary-relief hearings take evidence; motion-calendar minutes will not fit them.
Exchange updated financial affidavits and exhibits on the division's schedule
Rule: Mandatory Disclosure in Family Cases — Fla. Fam. L. R. P. 12.285 →Submit the proposed order with the findings the division requires
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.