Assigned Counsel
Screening Process
In compliance with Ohio Revised Code (ORC) 2151.352 and Ohio Administrative Code (OAC) 120-1-03, the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas, Division of Domestic Relations and Juvenile Branch provides court-appointed counsel to parties who meet certain eligibility requirements.
How to Apply
To request court-appointed counsel, you must complete a Financial Disclosure and submit it by email to juv_appt@fccourts.org, or use our on-line electronic form here.
You may also apply by phone at (614) 525-3248 or in-person during screening hours:
373 South High Street, 5th Floor
Monday – Friday
9:00 a.m. – 12 p.m. | 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Need Assistance?
If you need further assistance with the screening process or have questions about eligibility requirements, please contact (614) 525-3248.
New Applicants
Attorneys who wish to be added to either the Domestic Relations GAL list or any Juvenile Appointment list should complete the application below. Local Rule requires attendance at an orientation session, and completion of certain additional training requirements.
Rules/Training Requirements
Please note that effective February 1, 2021, the Court has updated Local Juvenile Rule 4. Please review all training requirements for new attorneys and annual compliance requirements for current attorneys.
Attorneys are required to comply with various rules and training requirements. Below is a list of required items necessary for compliance.
Annual Compliance
Attorneys can access documents related to annual or biannual certification below.
Reimbursement
Preliminary Hearings
Court Appointment Lists