NOTE: These instructions are intended as a guideline only and should not be relied upon as a comprehensive list of duties. Remember to fill out the County Name (Adams) and the Division of the Court (Probate). The name of the Judge to be used on the forms is Brett M. Spencer. The name of the Magistrate to be used on the forms is David M. Hunter. All forms should be typewritten or legibly printed.
The Clerks and the Court CANNOT provide any legal advice.
The following documents must be filed.
Form AC-001 - Notice of Appearance (Word | PDF) Required for Attorneys and any party not represented by an attorney
Form AC-002 - Waiver of Counsel (Word | PDF) Required for any party not represented by an attorney
Standard Probate Form 22.0 - Application to settle minor's claim
Complete information, and if an attorney is obtained, have attorney complete applicable information.
A copy of birth certificate of the minor is required.
Attach a narrative statement.
Attach a statement from the examining physician regarding the injuries sustained.
Attach Required affidavits if the settlement is structured.
Attach Copy of the settlement indicating if the settlement is partial or complete
Standard Probate Form Form 22.1 - Waiver and Consent to Settle Minor’s Claim
Both parents must waive notice or be served notice by certified mail of the hearing date and time.
If a guardianship is necessary and the address of a parent is unknown, publication is required.
At the hearing
Standard Probate Form Form 22.2 - Entry Approving Settlement of a Minor’s Claim
Complete form and present to clerk prior to the hearing
At the date and time of the hearing, the parent(s), minor child, and the attorney (if one is obtained) should report to the Probate Court.
If a guardian is needed, then the hearing on the appointment of a guardian will be held first and the minor settlement will be held thereafter.
The funds shall be deposited as set forth in Oversight of Minors Money.
COURT COSTS DEPOSITS MUST BE PAID BEFORE ANY PLEADINGS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR FILING.
ALL FILINGS ARE SUBJECT TO REVIEW BY THE COURT FOR COMPLETENESS AND ACCURACY. INCOMPLETE, ILLEGIBLE, OR OTHER DOCUMENTS NOT CONFORMING WITH OHIO LAW AND RULES OF PROCEDURE MAY RESULT IN THE PLEADINGS BEING DISMISSED.