Judge Matthew H. Chafin

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Electronically transmitted document

The sender must provide Civ.R. 11 identification, using a fax cover sheet or the email body with the document attached; emails lacking full verification contact information will not be filed.

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Transmitted document

Each transmitted document must pertain to only one case.

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Process server appointment application

Anyone seeking appointment to serve process must submit a motion and affidavit showing compliance with Civ.R. 4.1(D).

Providing a courtesy copy in the Clerk’s office boxes does not substitute for service under Civil Rule 5(B).

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Response to summary judgment motion

A response to a summary-judgment motion must be served within 28 days after service of the motion.

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Extension motion and memorandum

The extension motion and memorandum must be served on opposing counsel, and the assigned judge fixes the hearing time.

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Copies of papers

The Clerk furnishes copies of papers in case files, except bills of exceptions, upon payment of the usual fee.

Filings will be held until the Clerk's Office receives the appropriate deposits.

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Electronic transmission

Electronic filing costs $2.00 for the cover page and $1.00 per additional page, payable to the Clerk's office within five business days after transmission.

Documents must be submitted to the Clerk during regular business hours, and the Clerk files only documents received timely and in compliance with the rules.

Electronic documents received when the Clerk's office is closed or after 1:00 p.m. on a business day are considered for filing the next business day; same-day filing requires arrival before 1:00 p.m.

A document is considered filed when the Clerk stamps it; the transmission time does not determine the filing date or time.