This libguide sets out the process for filing a civil lawsuit in Ohio, focusing on Franklin County. However, it is not a substitute for hiring an attorney. If you have a civil lawsuit for less that $15,000 Franklin County Municipal Court, then it is best to start with the Franklin County Municipal Court Self-Help Center.
                    
        
            Anderson's Ohio Civil Practice
        
        
        
        
                
                            
        
        
                    Also available as an ebook for attorneys with Franklin County Law Library cards. Also available on Lexis on the Franklin County Law Library public computers.
                    
        
            Klein & Darling Civil Practice
        
                    
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            Ohio Evidence Courtroom Manual
        
                    
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            Ohio Forms of Pleading and Practice
        
                    
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            Ohio Landlord Tenant Law
        
                    
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            Ohio Jurisprudence 3rd