If I need an additional transcript for petition for reconsideration, can I file a motion to obtain it?

It is way too late to request a transcript now. You can file a motion for reconsideration, and seek leave to supplement the record with this...

What are the limits of court discretion?

Theoretically you are right. The law is the law, but sometimes even an appeals court gets it wrong, without conceding it got it wrong in this...

Regarding hearings for a pro se defendent in a misdemeanor ohio criminal case. ?

All courts are courts of record, so yes, every official activity on the case must be recorded subject to transcription, for possible appellate review.

Can I appeal a contempt of court decision in family court?

Yes. You can file an objection to the magistrate's decision within 14 days. You'll also need to contact the court reporter in order to file a...

If an appeal is lost in a civil case, what is the next step?

Yes. An appeal from a district court of appeals can be appealed to the Supreme Court of Ohio in Columbus. There is a relatively short time...

The reason the judge was pushing the diversion program was probably both legitimate and possibly illegitimate. I don't know how Athens County...

Appeals are based first and foremost on whether the judge abused his or her discretion, which is a tough standard to overcome. If on the other...

Can I get another lawyer if I already owe one?

Many lawyers will do an appeal for you if you work out a payment plan. Not sure if you need an appeal or not, so you should schedule a...

Is this a legal call?

Sounds like a hoax. Most legal inquiries are handled either in person (or if the person is not present, a business card is dropped off), or...

Yes, you can certainly appeal a summary judgment, because it has the effect of denying you a trial to defend the plaintiff's claim. However, when...