June 18, 2018 – Community Input Invited on Changes to Local Rules

Clermont County Domestic Relations Court invites citizens and members of the bar to comment on changes to the Local Rules.  DR 27 is amended to require attendance of a parenting seminar when a Dissolution is filed.  DR 29(E) is amended to set forth the process in filing a comment or complaint regarding the performance of a Guardian ad litem.   If adopted, the changes will become effective September 1, 2018.

Comments should be sent to Clermont County Domestic Relations Court Administrator, Suzie Malloni.  Comments can be emailed to smalloni@clermontcountyohio.gov .

Comments will be accepted through July 31, 2018.

DR 27.   Divorce Counseling

• The Court requires each party to attend a parenting seminar when a Complaint for Divorce, Dissolution, or Legal Separation is filed and the parties have a child who is younger than 16 years old. This seminar is designed to educate each parent on ways to minimize the negative impact the divorce, dissolution, or separation may have on their child.  Each party must register, pay, and attend the parenting seminar within 45 days after service of the order.  Failure to attend may subject the party to a contempt action by the Court.
• It is the attorney’s responsibility to advise his/her client of the program and the requirements of this rule.

DR 29.  Appointment of Guardian Ad Litem (GAL)

(E)   Complaint Process.  Any comments or complaints regarding a GAL’s performance must be submitted in writing to the Court Administrator.  The Court Administrator will forward any comments and complaints to the Judge for consideration and appropriate action.  The Court Administrator will notify the person making the comment or complaint and the GAL of the disposition.   A record of the complaint and disposition will be included in the GAL’s file and annual Court performance review.