Question 1

What is a motion for extension of time?

Accepted Answer

It is a written request asking the court for additional time to complete an action, such as filing a response.

Question 2

What does the motion ask the court to do?

Accepted Answer

It asks the judge to allow more time before a specific deadline.

Question 3

Does submitting the website form extend my deadline?

Accepted Answer

No. Submitting the form does not change any court deadline.

Question 4

Does filing the motion automatically extend my deadline?

Accepted Answer

No. Only a court order can change a deadline.

Question 5

Does the judge have to grant the motion?

Accepted Answer

No. Judges have discretion to grant or deny motions for extension of time.

Question 6

Is the motion free?

Accepted Answer

There is no charge to request the motion through this service.

Question 7

Are there filing fees?

Accepted Answer

The clerk of court may charge fees. Fees vary by court and case type.

Question 8

Will Juris Firm Chartered file the motion?

Accepted Answer

No, unless the firm agrees in writing to do so.

Question 9

Will the firm serve the opposing party?

Accepted Answer

No, unless the firm agrees in writing to do so.

Question 10

Does this create an attorney-client relationship?

Accepted Answer

No. Submitting the form alone does not create an attorney-client relationship.

Question 11

Can the firm represent me in the lawsuit?

Accepted Answer

Representation is separate and requires a written engagement agreement after case acceptance.

Question 12

What cases may qualify?

Accepted Answer

Florida consumer debt collection, credit-card, debt-buyer, and foreclosure-related civil cases for self-represented parties.

Question 13

What cases may not qualify?

Accepted Answer

Criminal, immigration, bankruptcy, family, probate, appeals, evictions, injunctions, matters outside Florida, and cases with existing counsel.

Question 14

What information should I provide?

Accepted Answer

Court, case number, parties, deadlines, and the reason additional time is needed.

Question 15

What should I avoid uploading?

Accepted Answer

Social Security numbers, full financial account numbers, medical records, passwords, and unrelated confidential information.

Question 16

What if my deadline is within three business days?

Accepted Answer

Do not rely on this website. Contact the clerk and a Florida-licensed attorney immediately.

Question 17

What if the deadline has already passed?

Accepted Answer

A missed deadline may have serious consequences. Contact the clerk and a Florida-licensed attorney immediately.

Question 18

What if I already have an attorney?

Accepted Answer

This service is intended for self-represented parties. Please work through your attorney.

Question 19

Can I use the service outside Florida?

Accepted Answer

No. The service is limited to Florida state-court cases.

Question 20

How will I receive the document?

Accepted Answer

Through the delivery method stated in your submission, generally by email.

Question 21

What if the court schedules a hearing?

Accepted Answer

You are responsible for attending unless the court officially changes it.

Question 22

What if the opposing attorney objects?

Accepted Answer

The judge will decide the motion whether or not the opposing side objects.

Question 23

Can I request more than one extension?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes. Courts may treat additional requests more strictly.

Question 24

How do I check whether the motion was granted?

Accepted Answer

Check the case docket regularly for orders.

Question 25

What should I do after receiving the motion?

Accepted Answer

Review, sign, file, serve, and monitor the case as instructed.

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