Notice of Appearance – Ohio Court

The “Notice of Appearance” form is a legal document used in the Cleveland Municipal Court, Housing Division, in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. This form is presided over by Judge W. Moná Scott.

The form serves two primary purposes:

• New Notice of Appearance: To inform the court that a new attorney will be representing a party in a case.
• Change of Information: To update the court with changes to the existing attorney’s information.

This form is critical for maintaining accurate records of attorney representation and ensuring proper communication throughout the legal proceedings.

Filling out this form is an important step for attorneys representing clients in the Cleveland Municipal Court, Housing Division. Follow these step-by-step instructions to complete the form accurately:

Step-by-Step Instructions

Court Information

1. • At the top of the form, ensure that the court’s name and division, “Cleveland Municipal Court, Housing Division,” and the judge’s name, “W. Moná Scott,” are correctly noted.

Case Information

1. • Plaintiff and Defendant: Fill in the names of the Plaintiff and Defendant in the designated blank spaces.
   • Date: Enter the current date on which you are filing this form.
   • Case Number: Provide the case number associated with the legal proceedings.

Purpose of the Form

1. • Indicate whether this form is a “New Notice of Appearance” or a “Change of Information” by checking the appropriate box.

Attorney Information

1. • Attorney Name: Write your full name as the attorney representing the client.
   • Supreme Court Registration Number: Enter your Supreme Court registration number.
   • Firm Name: Provide the name of your law firm.
   • Address: Fill in your complete office address, including street, city, state, and ZIP code.
   • Telephone Number: Enter your office phone number.
   • Fax Number: Provide your fax number.

Representation

1. • Attorney for: Indicate the name of the party you are representing (e.g., Plaintiff or Defendant).

Signature

1. • Signature of Attorney: Sign your name in the designated space to validate the form.

Additional Notes

• Ensure that all information is accurate and legible to avoid any processing delays.
• Submission
  • File the completed form with the Cleveland Clerk of Courts.
  • Serve a copy of the Notice of Appearance to the opposing party or their attorney to ensure they are informed of your representation.

By following these steps, you will correctly fill out and submit the “Notice of Appearance” form, ensuring compliance with the court’s requirements and proper communication in the legal process.