February 2023

On February 8, 2023, Judge Jennifer Kinsley took her oath of office at the Hamilton County Justice Center. Judge Kinsley’s term with the First District began on February 9, 2023. Judge Kinsley is a graduate of the Duke University School of Law and the University of Florida. Her impressive career has given her a reputation […]

Judge Beth A. Myers Retires from the Bench Judge Beth A. Myers retired on February 8, 2023 after almost 20 years on the bench and over 20 years of practice. Since graduating from the University of Cincinnati College of Law, Judge Myers has served the profession on a statewide and local level. Before being elected

The First District Court of Appeals recently released an Annual Report for 2022 which details improvements made to operations, access to the Court and technology. In addition to providing comparative data on incoming cases, clearance rates, and more, the 2022 Annual Report also details some of the many ways the Court has engaged with the

Judge Candace C. Crouse was recently selected by her colleagues to serve as the Administrative and Presiding Judge for 2023. In this capacity, Judge Crouse is responsible for the administration, docket, and calendar for the First District Court of Appeals. Judge Crouse was elected to the court in November 2018 and took the bench on