Florida Rules of Civil Procedure

Civil Procedure

Rule 1.525 – MOTIONS FOR COSTS AND ATTORNEYS’ FEES

Any party seeking a judgment taxing costs, attorneys’ fees, or both shall serve a motion no later than 30 days after filing of the judgment, including a judgment of dismissal, or the service of a notice of voluntary dismissal, which judgment or notice concludes the action as to that party.

FL. R. Civ. P. 1.525

Amended by 52 So.3d 579, effective 1/1/2011; amended by 917 So.2d 176, effective 1/1/2006; amended by 858 So.2d 1013, effective 1/1/2004; added by 773 So.2d 1098, effective 1/1/2001.

Committee Notes

2000 Adoption. This rule is intended to establish a time requirement to serve motions for costs and attorneys’ fees.

Court Commentary

2000 Adoption. This rule only establishes time requirements for serving motions for costs, attorneys’ fees, or both, and in no way affects or overrules the pleading requirements outlined by this Court in Stockman v. Downs , 573 So. 2d 835 (Fla. 1991).