Middle District of Florida

The Middle District of Florida is a United States federal district court with jurisdiction over federal cases in Florida. The court is headquartered in Jacksonville, FL. As a trial-level court in the federal judiciary, it serves as the entry point for most federal litigation within its geographic boundaries.

Court Overview

The Middle District of Florida falls within the jurisdiction of the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals. All appeals from this district are heard by the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals.

Courthouse Address

801 North Florida Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33602

Visit the official court website: https://www.flmd.uscourts.gov/

Types of Cases Handled

Federal district courts handle a wide range of cases including federal criminal prosecutions, civil cases involving federal law or diversity jurisdiction, constitutional challenges, habeas corpus petitions, bankruptcy appeals, immigration proceedings, admiralty and maritime cases, and disputes involving federal agencies. The Middle District of Florida regularly adjudicates matters related to federal criminal defense, civil rights, employment discrimination, intellectual property, securities regulation, and environmental compliance.

Federal Practice Areas

Attorneys practicing before the Middle District of Florida may specialize in:

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Local Rules & Procedures

The Middle District of Florida maintains local rules that supplement the Federal Rules of Civil and Criminal Procedure. Attorneys must comply with these local rules when filing documents and appearing before the court. Access the court's local rules on the official court website, or use our local rules search tool.

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