Judges
Following the retirement of Judge Pam Vergara, the Court has implemented the following temporary procedures:
Guardianship matters will be handled by Chief Judge Daniel B. Merritt, Jr.
Any Incapacity cases or other MH designated cases assigned to Judge X shall be handled by Judge Merritt with the exception of RPO cases.
All Non-Jury and Foreclosure Case inquiries should only be directed to JOSIE WHITE at jwhite@circuit5.org or (352) 754-4287.
DO NOT CONTACT Judge Scaglione’s Office by phone or email regarding these cases.
Please see Judge Scaglione’s Orders as to proper procedure:
- Proposed Order Requirements
- Certificate of Service Requirements
- Zoom Procedures
- Administrative Order Re: Informing Clients When Seeking Continuance of Hearings or Trials
- Administrative Order Regarding Courtesy Copies to the Presiding Judge
- Administrative Order Establishing Motion Practice Procedures for the Civil Jury and Civil Non Jury Docket for the Honorable Donald E. Scaglione Circuit Civil Division
- Motion in Limine Procedure Order for the Civil Jury and Civil Non Jury Docket for the Honorable Donald E. Scaglione Circuit Civil Division
DO NOT CONTACT Judge Scaglione’s Office.
* Probate Requests in Hernando County *
Judge Don Barbee’s office is temporarily covering Probate Cases in Hernando County. Proposed orders should be submitted via the E-portal. For hearing requests, email: hernandoprobate@circuit5.org
These procedures are intended to facilitate continuity of service during this transition and do not reflect permanent case assignments. Thank you for your patience and cooperation during this transition.