Hon. Michelle T. Morley

Michelle T. Morley is a seasoned attorney and the current judge of the Fifth Judicial Circuit Court in Sumter County, Florida. Born in the Bronx, NY, she earned a B.S. from the University of Tampa and a J.D. from Stetson University College of Law in 1986. Prior to her judicial appointment, Morley practiced privately with a focus on family law and civil litigation. She was elected to the circuit court on September 5, 2006, and was re-elected unopposed in 2012, with her term set to expire in January 2019. Her career reflects a commitment to public service and the administration of justice in Florida.