SEPTEMBER 19, 2025
“Making the Case:” Video Series Continues to Spotlight Pivotal Cases
“Making the Case” gives you a front-row seat to the Supreme Court of Ohio during oral arguments. Experience the pivotal cases and captivating dialogue between the justices and litigants that lead to decisions from the highest court in the state.
SEPTEMBER 9, 2025
Supreme Court: Brokerage Firm Asked To Pay Back $25 Million Bilked From Investors
In 2013, at age 20, Constantine Antonas of Akron opened the Epitome Investment Fund. Antonas began to sell investment opportunities in his new hedge fund.
SEPTEMBER 2, 2025
State Must Recalculate Medicaid Payments to Nursing Homes
The Ohio Department of Medicaid must recalculate how much it pays nursing homes for care because it provided less funding for incentives to high-quality providers than required by state law, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today.
AUGUST 28, 2025
Probate Judge Not Obligated To Appoint Township Trustee
Even if the appointment of a Sylvania Township trustee was improper, a fellow trustee cannot compel a county judge to remove and replace the new trustee, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today.
AUGUST 27, 2025
Court Rejects Challenge to AEP Ohio Electric Service Plan
The Supreme Court of Ohio today rejected an industrial power company’s claim that state regulators improperly approved AEP Ohio’s current electric service plan.
AUGUST 22, 2025
Utility Regulator Has No Authority To Withhold Significantly Excessive Earnings From Consumers
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) had no right to allow Dayton Power & Light Company to retain $61.1 million in significantly excessive earnings as an offset for the company’s commitment to make future investments in its grid-modernization plan for the Dayton area, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today.
AUGUST 21, 2025
Court Dismissed Lawsuit Mailed to Defendant’s Former Address
When initiating a civil lawsuit by certified mail, the mailing must comply with court rules for civil cases and a constitutional requirement that it be “reasonably calculated to notify the defendant of the lawsuit,” the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today.
Parent Must Wait Until Custody Proceedings Conclude To Contest Guardian ad Litem Fee
A father disputing his required payment for guardian ad litem services in an ongoing divorce and child custody proceeding must wait until the final judgment in the case before appealing the fee charge, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today.
AUGUST 20, 2025
Bank Not Obligated to Inform Business Owner About Risks Related to Guarantee Agreement
Huntington National Bank had no duty to disclose facts unknown to a business owner that materially increased the risk of the business owner personally guaranteeing a $77 million loan after that owner’s business partner placed the jointly owned companies in a perilous financial situation, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2025
Army Veteran Appointed Hamilton County Judge
New to the Hamilton County Common Pleas Court bench is Judge Christopher McDowell, who was recently appointed to the position by Gov. Mike DeWine. Judge McDowell fills an empty seat at the court and must run for election in November 2026 to maintain his judgeship.
SEPTEMBER 12, 2025
Chief Justice Sharon L. Kennedy of the Supreme Court of Ohio delivered a powerful and inspiring State of the Judiciary address today at the Ohio Judicial Conference, held at the Hilton Columbus at Easton.
SEPTEMBER 11, 2025
Former Prosecutor Begins New Role On Bench
A new judge took the bench last week in Montgomery County.
AUGUST 12, 2025
Longtime Prosecutor Takes Montgomery County Bench
Montgomery County’s newest judge recently took her oath of office during a courtroom ceremony.
JULY 31, 2025
Tenth District Judge Brings Passion for Law and Education to Supreme Court
Judge Julia L. Dorrian of the Tenth District Court of Appeals is grateful for her opportunity to hear a case at the Supreme Court of Ohio.
JULY 23, 2025
Tenth District Jurist Brings Diverse Background to Supreme Court Bench
Judge David Leland has made an impact in the world of law and politics for over 50 years in many different capacities. He currently serves as a judge on the Tenth District Court of Appeals – a position he’s held since 2023.
JULY 10, 2025
Celebrating the Northwest Ordinance and Its Legacy
What does a 238-year-old document have to do with justice in Ohio today? More than you might think.July 13, 1787, marks a pivotal day in American history. On this date, the Confederation Congress adopted the Northwest Ordinance, a bold charter for governance that not only shaped the legal foundation of Ohio but continues to inspire our commitment to justice today.
JULY 1, 2025
Lifelong Commitment to Public Service Leads Appellate Judge to Supreme Court
Judge Robert J. Patton of the Eleventh District Court of Appeals expressed excitement and honor ahead of his appearance on the Supreme Court of Ohio.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2025
Registration Open for 2025 Specialized Dockets Conference
Registration is now open for the Supreme Court of Ohio’s annual Specialized Dockets Conference, scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 28.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2025
Seats of Justice: Wyandot County
The next stop in the exploration through Ohio’s county courthouses takes viewers to northwestern Ohio in Wyandot County!
SEPTEMBER 17, 2025
National Recovery Month Event in Akron Features Olympic Gold Medal Figure Skater
Oksana Baiul was a figure skating champion who won an Olympic gold medal in 1994. She also struggled with alcohol issues. As part of National Recovery Month, she visited Akron to share her past struggles and journey to lifelong recovery.
SEPTEMBER 16, 2025
Attorneys Can Earn up to 12 Hours of CLE Serving as Poll Workers
While there are no elections for Ohio statewide office or the presidency in 2025, there are still many offices up for grabs, and lawyers can help ensure Election Day goes smoothly.
SEPTEMBER 10, 2025
Juvenile Court Awarded Funds for Youth Correctional Facility
The Cuyahoga County Juvenile Court has been awarded approximately $30 million to establish a community correctional facility (CCF) for juveniles who are found delinquent of felony-level offenses.
SEPTEMBER 5, 2025
Conduct Board Schedules September Disciplinary Hearing
One disciplinary case is set for a hearing before the Ohio Board of Professional Conduct in September.
SEPTEMBER 2, 2025
Seats of Justice: Logan County
Next on the Supreme Court’s tour of Ohio courthouses is Logan County. Established in 1818, its county seat is Bellefontaine. The area is known for having a little bit of everything, including agriculture and transportation.
Ashtabula County Celebrates Graduates in Recovery
Ashtabula County recently celebrated three graduates from one of their specialized docket programs.
AUGUST 28, 2025
Medina County Resolves Difficult Domestic Relations Disputes During Settlement Week
Administrative Judge Julie Schafer at the Medina County Domestic Relations Court wanted to make the experience of resolving legal disputes more efficient and less stressful for those involved. As a step in that direction, the court held its first-ever Settlement Week in early August.
Along with deciding cases for Ohio, the Supreme Court also assisted the judicial branch and public by developing courses, offering grants, holding events, and producing publications.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2025
Ohio Supreme Court weighs whether to restore gun rights following domestic violence conviction: Ohio Capital Journal
The Ohio Supreme Court is considering the case of an Allen County man named Patrick Heffley who says he should be able to purchase firearms again, despite several domestic violence convictions.
Clients say Akron man's scam cost them millions. Is the brokerage firm he used liable? (Supreme Court oral argument): Akron Beacon Journal
When Constantine Antonas of Akron died by suicide in 2021 after his hedge fund clients alleged he lost them millions of dollars in fraudulent investments and illegal sales, the investors began taking legal action.