Employment Opportunities

Applications are only accepted for open positions. The Court does not offer summer internships. Applications for summer externships must be made directly to the judge.

The First District Court of Appeals is currently seeking applications for a Judicial Staff Attorney to be assigned to Judge Jennifer Kinsley. The position will start on or around May 13, 2024. For more information, please click here.

Employment Policy

It is the policy of the First District Court of Appeals of Ohio to recruit and employ individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability or political affiliation. The Court does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities as described in the American with Disabilities Act (ADA), and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the needs of employees and applicants with disabilities. Individuals who file ADA complaints or testify regarding violations are protected from discrimination, threats, coercion, intimidation or interference. The Court affirms its commitment to provide equal employment opportunities as prescribed by all applicable civil rights laws.

The Court’s policy is to recruit and employ the best available individuals on the basis of merit, to place them in positions commensurate with their qualifications, and to attempt to make full use of their abilities, while at the same time trying to provide for maximum job satisfaction.