9th Judicial Circuit
Orange & Osceola Counties • Orlando / Kissimmee, FL
The 9th Judicial Circuit serves Orange and Osceola Counties, covering Orlando, Kissimmee, Apopka, Winter Park, and the surrounding metro area. Family law matters — including divorce, child custody, and domestic violence injunctions — are handled by circuit judges in the Family Law Division at each county's courthouse.
Courthouses — Family Law Division
Clerks of Court
Orange County
Osceola County
E-Filing Portal (Both Counties)
myflcourtaccess.comFamily Law Division
Family law cases in the 9th Circuit are assigned to circuit judges in Orange or Osceola County depending on where the petition is filed. Cases are randomly assigned at filing. Each judge may have individual standing orders or preferred procedures — always check after your judge is assigned.
| Judge | County | JA / Contact |
|---|---|---|
| See official roster | Orange / Osceola | Contact clerk's office |
For the current judge roster and JA contact information, visit ninthcircuit.org.
Standing Orders & Administrative Orders
The 9th Circuit publishes administrative orders and individual judge standing orders on the court's official website. These may include requirements for mandatory disclosure, parenting class completion, and mediation before hearings. Review any standing orders assigned to your judge early in your case.
View Standing Orders — ninthcircuit.orgFiling Fees & E-Filing
Family law petitions require a filing fee payable to the respective county clerk. Fee waivers (indigency applications) are available for qualifying parties. All documents must be filed through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal unless a specific exemption applies.
Need Help Preparing Your Documents?
Pro Se Document Preparation helps self-represented litigants in Orange and Osceola Counties prepare, gather, and file court documents — including divorce petitions, parenting plans, and domestic violence injunctions. We are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice.
View Our ServicesDisclaimer: This information is provided as a public resource. Court information may change — always verify with the clerk of court before filing. Last updated: May 2026