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DECEMBER 5, 2024

Local Artists Featured in Moyer Judicial Center’s Art Collection

Six women standing side-by-side in front of a wall with a painting of flowers.When the Thomas J. Moyer Ohio Judicial Center was first designed as the Ohio State Departments Building in the early 1930s, architect Harry Hake was asked to feature prominent public art displays to highlight the history and achievements of Ohio.

Second Round of Public Comment Open on Proposed Rule Changes

The Supreme Court of Ohio has opened a new 20-day period for public comment on proposed amendments to the Rules of Practice and Procedure in Ohio Courts.

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Justices Heading To Monroe County

A red marquee with gold lettering on a historic theater building.The Supreme Court of Ohio has accepted an invitation from the Monroe County Common Pleas Court to hold the 84th session of Off-Site Court on April 23, 2025.

DECEMBER 3, 2024

New Tool Helps Out-of-State Attorneys Practice in Ohio

Two pages of a document arranged in a fan pattern.Ohio judges have a new tool to help them keep track of the requirements for out-of-state attorneys who wish to temporarily practice in Ohio. Bench cards have been sent to all Ohio judges and magistrates, providing helpful information about pro hac vice admission within the state.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

10th Annual Veterans Summit Connects Resources and Support

A woman wearing a dark pant suit speaks from a podium.Sharing resources and programs to support Ohio’s veterans was the common goal at the 10th Annual Lean Forward Veterans Summit. This year’s theme, “Special Populations,” focused on the many resources to help aging veterans and military families.

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Conduct Board Announces December Disciplinary Hearing

The following is the schedule for an attorney discipline case set for hearing before the Ohio Board of Professional Conduct in December.

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DECEMBER 5, 2024

Court No Longer Recognizes Controversial ‘Public-Right’ Exception that Had Allowed a Party To Bring a Lawsuit Without Any Personal Injury

An empty witness stand in an empty courtroom.The Supreme Court of Ohio today rejected a controversial 1999 precedent that had allowed litigants to file lawsuits even when they had not been injured.

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Lawsuit Can Continue Against Doctor Who Moved Out of State

Image of a hospital bed in a nursing home.Because a doctor being sued for malpractice moved out of state, the deadline for filing a lawsuit against the physician was extended under a prior version of state law, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today.

Columbus Attorney Disbarred for Falsifying Records, Other Violations

The Supreme Court of Ohio today disbarred a Columbus attorney for multiple ethical violations including falsifying bank records, charging excessive fees, and stealing client funds.

Cleveland Attorney Suspended for Misconduct in Child-Neglect Cases

The Supreme Court of Ohio today suspended a Cleveland attorney for one year, with six months stayed, based on actions while representing parents in child-neglect cases.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Court Disbarred Previously Suspended Cleveland Attorney

The Supreme Court of Ohio today disbarred a Cleveland attorney who had been previously indefinitely suspended and publicly reprimanded during her legal career.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

County Allowed To Redistribute Property Taxes After Payment Error

An open laptop showing a colorful spreadsheet on the screen.Franklin County had the authority to retain and redistribute more than $407,000 collected from the city of Obetz for property tax overpayments, but cannot withhold any more funds to make up for the discrepancy, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today.

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Township Newsletter Mailing Lists Are Public Records

Hands holding a computer tablet showing a page for subscribing to a newsletter.Mail and email distribution lists for a township newsletter are public records, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today.

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NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Seamless Transition: Ohio's Initiative for Military Spouse Attorneys

Image of a female judge wearing a black judicial robe and a green blouse.As we approach Veterans Day, a time to honor and recognize the sacrifices of our service members, it's crucial to remember that support for the military extends beyond the battlefield and into the homes of those who serve.

OCTOBER 17, 2024

New Judge Appointed to Clermont County Municipal Court

Image of a male judge wearing a black judicial robe.A new judge will be taking office next month in Clermont County. Nathan Little’s first day on the bench will be Nov. 11 following his appointment by Gov. Mike DeWine today.

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Assistant Prosecutor Appointed to Muskingum County Common Pleas Bench

Image of a man wearing a blue suit jacket, white dress shirt, and red tie.A new judge will soon be taking the bench in Muskingum County. Today, Gerald Anderson II, of Zanesville, was appointed by Governor Mike DeWine to the Muskingum County Court of Common Pleas, General Division.

JULY 10, 2024

Community Changemaker Sits on State Supreme Court Bench

Image of a male judge with short, brunette hair wearing glasses and a black judicial robe sitting at a wooden bench in the courtroom of the Thomas J. Moyer Ohio Judicial Center.Judge Scot Allan Stevenson of the Ninth District Court of Appeals is familiar with the Supreme Court of Ohio.

Judge Finds a Passion in Teaching Communities

Image of a female judge with blonde hair wearing a black judicial robe seated at a wooden bench in the courtroom of the Thomas J. Moyer Ohio Judicial Center.Judge Jennifer Kinsley of the First District Court of Appeals loves her job, but said her work is not her own and belongs to the people.

Legacy Leads Judge to Ohio Supreme Court Bench

Image of a female judge with brunette hair wearing a black judicial robe seated at a wooden bench in the courtroom of the Thomas J. Moyer Ohio Judicial Center.Judge Mary Katherine Huffman’s grandfather, father, uncle, two brothers, in-laws, cousins, and their children are all attorneys.

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Dec. 5, 2024

Man's appeal shot down following his conviction on charges related to overdose deaths: Zanesville Times Recorder
A 31-year-old Crooksville native who pleaded guilty to charges related to overdose deaths of two individual had his conviction affirmed in November after claiming he received bad legal advice.

DMAX former employee receives max sentence for 2023 shooting at facility: WDTN
A Trotwood man will now spend 29 years to life behind bars after a jury found him guilty of a fatal shooting at a DMAX facility in 2023.

 

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DECEMBER 5, 2024

Local Artists Featured in Moyer Judicial Center’s Art Collection

Six women standing side-by-side in front of a wall with a painting of flowers.When the Thomas J. Moyer Ohio Judicial Center was first designed as the Ohio State Departments Building in the early 1930s, architect Harry Hake was asked to feature prominent public art displays to highlight the history and achievements of Ohio.

Second Round of Public Comment Open on Proposed Rule Changes

The Supreme Court of Ohio has opened a new 20-day period for public comment on proposed amendments to the Rules of Practice and Procedure in Ohio Courts.

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Justices Heading To Monroe County

A red marquee with gold lettering on a historic theater building.The Supreme Court of Ohio has accepted an invitation from the Monroe County Common Pleas Court to hold the 84th session of Off-Site Court on April 23, 2025.

DECEMBER 3, 2024

New Tool Helps Out-of-State Attorneys Practice in Ohio

Two pages of a document arranged in a fan pattern.Ohio judges have a new tool to help them keep track of the requirements for out-of-state attorneys who wish to temporarily practice in Ohio. Bench cards have been sent to all Ohio judges and magistrates, providing helpful information about pro hac vice admission within the state.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

10th Annual Veterans Summit Connects Resources and Support

A woman wearing a dark pant suit speaks from a podium.Sharing resources and programs to support Ohio’s veterans was the common goal at the 10th Annual Lean Forward Veterans Summit. This year’s theme, “Special Populations,” focused on the many resources to help aging veterans and military families.

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Conduct Board Announces December Disciplinary Hearing

The following is the schedule for an attorney discipline case set for hearing before the Ohio Board of Professional Conduct in December.

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Case Closed

Courts that implement Settlement Weeks have resolved pending legal conflicts and cleared cases off the docket.

Dec. 5, 2024

Man's appeal shot down following his conviction on charges related to overdose deaths: Zanesville Times Recorder
A 31-year-old Crooksville native who pleaded guilty to charges related to overdose deaths of two individual had his conviction affirmed in November after claiming he received bad legal advice.

DMAX former employee receives max sentence for 2023 shooting at facility: WDTN
A Trotwood man will now spend 29 years to life behind bars after a jury found him guilty of a fatal shooting at a DMAX facility in 2023.

 

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