Welcome to the First District Court of Appeals

The First District Court of Appeals is one of twelve appellate districts in the State of Ohio. Our jurisdiction consists only of Hamilton County. This Court and its personnel are committed to serving the citizens of Hamilton County, Ohio in an open, orderly, and efficient manner.

Announcements

First District Court of Appeals Releases Third Annual Report

The First District Court of Appeals recently released an Annual Report for 2023 which details improvements made to operations, access ...
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First District Approves Amendments to Local Rules Effective 2/1/2024

The First District Court of Appeals has approved amendments to the Court’s Local Rules. The amendments go into effect on ...
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First District Court of Appeals seeks Applications for the Court’s Appointed Counsel List

Beginning March 1, 2024, the First District Court of Appeals will appoint appellate counsel from a new appointed counsel list.  ...
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News & Events

Judge Kinsley Hears Arguments at the Ohio Supreme Court

Judge Kinsley hears oral arguments at the Ohio Supreme Court on July 9, 2024 On Tuesday, July 9, First District ...
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Students and Interns Visit The First District Court of Appeals

On Monday, June 10, approximately 60 students and interns visited the First District Court of Appeals. Those in attendance were ...
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The First District Court of Appeals Welcomes 2024 Summer Interns

                                 The First District Court ...
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Parking

The First District Court of Appeals does not provide free parking. Visitors may use on-street parking or nearby parking lots and garages.

For on-street parking at meters, click here.

Hours of Operation:

8 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday-Friday

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