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Holiday Filing Notice
All Supreme Court offices will be closed to the public on the day after Thanksgiving (Nov. 28, 2008). Filings that are due that day will be timely if filed the following Monday (December 1, 2008). See Rule XIV, Section 3(A) of the Rules of Practice of the Supreme Court of Ohio.

Any questions concerning filing requirements or deadlines may be directed to the Supreme Court Clerk's Office at 614.387.9530.

Annual Seminar Focuses on Unauthorized Practice of Law
A half-day seminar sponsored by the Supreme Court of Ohio today provided the latest information on investigating and prosecuting cases against individuals who render legal services without being recognized as an attorney in the state. (Read more.)

Attorneys Urged to Document Pro Bono Work
The Supreme Court of Ohio today announced a new program for attorneys to voluntarily report their pro bono activities. (Read more.)

11th District Judge Hears Supreme Court Case
Judge Mary Jane Trapp of the 11^th District Court of Appeals served as visiting judge on the Supreme Court of Ohio today and heard oral arguments in one case. (Read more.)

Nearly 1,000 New Attorneys Admitted to the Bar in Ceremonies at the Ohio Theatre
Nearly 1,000 new attorneys were sworn in today during special public sessions of the Supreme Court of Ohio at the historic Ohio Theatre in downtown Columbus. (Read more.)

New Lawyers Mentoring Program Kicks Off Today
New lawyers admitted to the Ohio bar today are encouraged to participate in the Supreme Court of Ohio’s mentoring program designed for them. (Read more.)

Ukrainian Judicial Delegation to Study American Judicial System During Week-Long Visit
The Supreme Court of Ohio will welcome six members of the Ukrainian judiciary on Monday as they begin a week-long visit to study the American judicial system. (Read more.)

Oct. 23, 2008

When Medical Expert Affidavit Not Filed, Motion to Dismiss for Failure to State Claim Is Proper Response

Oct. 22, 2008

1977 Decision Extending Liability for Defective Products to Sellers Does Not Apply to Pre-1977 Sales

Oct. 21, 2008

Ruling Denying Mandatory Bindover of Juvenile to Adult Court Is Final, Appealable Order

Oct. 16, 2008

Court Suspends Columbus Attorney

Oct. 15, 2008

2004 Bill Changing Asbestos Lawsuit Procedures May Be Applied to Cases Filed Before Law Changed

Oct. 14, 2008

Court May Rule on Motion to Grant Permanent Custody of Child Before Agency Files Adoption Plan

Court Suspends Two Attorneys

Oct. 9, 2008

Failure to Advise Accused That State Must Prove Its Case ‘Beyond Reasonable Doubt’ Voids Guilty Plea

Oct. 2, 2008

When Appeals Court Finds Rulings By Different Panels Conflict, It Must Resolve Via ‘En Banc’ Session

Out-of-State Relative Who Opposed Ohio Guardianship Order Had No Standing to Appeal

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