January 2026

Notice of Amendments to Local Rules – Effective February 1, 2026 After public comments, the First District Court of Appeals has approved amendments to its Local Rules. These changes are intended to improve clarity and enhance the efficiency of court operations. The rules go into effect on February 1, 2026. Summary of Amendments: Rule Renumbering:

Are you an undergraduate or law student interested in how courts impact the community and advance justice?  If so, the Ohio First District Court of Appeals invites you to apply to its Summer Internship Program. Students accepted to the program will complete a summer-long immersive judicial internship that includes opportunities to think critically about the

The Court will open remotely at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 27. In-person operations will resume starting at 12:00 p.m.  Oral arguments will be held via Zoom starting at 9:30 a.m. If you need assistance, please call 513-946-3500 or email us at coa@firstdistrictcoa.org

Oral Arguments for Tuesday, January 27, will be held via zoom. Videos of oral arguments can be found on the Court’s YouTube page. An updated docket can be found here.

The First District Court of Appeals will be closed on Monday, January 26.