Judge Daniel J. Gattermeyer

Applies to

Motion

Each motion must be made in writing and accompanied by a written memorandum supporting it with arguments.

Applies to

Default judgment motion

If the defendant fails to plead or otherwise defend after the answer period expires, the plaintiff must file a written motion for default judgment under the Ohio Rules of Civil Procedure.

Applies to

Request

All requests must be written or made by a written precipe signed by the requesting party in interest or their attorney.

Motions must be filed within the deadlines set by the Ohio Rules of Criminal Procedure.

When directed by the Court, prevailing counsel must prepare a judgment entry within 10 days, unless the Court extends the time.

The Ohio Civil Rule 58 judgment entry must be journalized within 30 days of the verdict, decree, or decision.

The required filing fee must be deposited before an action or proceeding is accepted, but security for costs is waived if the Clerk investigates and finds the filer indigent.

Applies to

Deposit return

Deposits and advance payments may be returned only by court order and only if paid by the party against whom the Court assessed them.

Fee

$350

Applies to

Jury trial

A party demanding a civil jury trial must promptly deposit the reasonable amount set by the Clerk, with a minimum deposit of $350.

A motion or pleading filing must include signed and dated proof of service, and the copy served on the opposing party or attorney must also be signed and dated.

The other parties must be notified of a request for telephone appearance at least three days before the hearing, and they must not object.

Service

Mail to all parties

If proposed jury instructions are ordered, they should be sent to the other parties by regular mail.