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
Oral Arguments for February 3 will be held via Zoom
Oral Arguments for Tuesday, February 3, will be held via zoom. Videos of oral arguments can be found on the ...
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First District Approves Amendments to Local Rules Effective 2/1/2026
Notice of Amendments to Local Rules – Effective February 1, 2026 After public comments, the First District Court of Appeals ...
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Court Seeking Applications for Summer Internship Program
Are you an undergraduate or law student interested in how courts impact the community and advance justice? If so, the ...
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News & Events
Judge Jennifer Kinsley Elected as Administrative and Presiding Judge for 2026
Judge Jennifer Kinsley was elected by her colleagues to continue to serve as the Administrative and Presiding Judge of the ...
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2025 Appellate Seminar Held at University of Cincinnati
The First District recently held the 2025 Appellate Seminar and Continuing Legal Education Event at the University of Cincinnati ...
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Judge Candace Crouse Hears Arguments at the Ohio Supreme Court
On September 17, 2025, Judge Candace Crouse heard oral arguments at the Supreme Court of Ohio. On September 17, 2025, ...
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“The people’s good is the highest law” – Cicero
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.