Judge James E Green

Judge James E Green
375 South High Street
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Courtroom 15D

Appointed	1994
Elected	1995, 2001, 2007, 2013
Courtroom	15D
Secretary	Cindy Herriott (614) 645-8295
Bailiff	Valarie Rouchion (614) 645-8709
Fax	(614) 645-8255

Commencement of Action and General Procedures

Motions and Briefs	Motions to be submitted timely and served on opposing parties. Motions ruled on without oral hearing unless requested. All motions to be submitted to the court at least five days before trial date
Continuances	Requests for continuances to be presented to the court a minimum of five days prior to court date. Opposing parties to be contacted regarding request.

Civil Pretrial Procedures

Settlement	Settlement conferences are held on day of trial unless court determines that earlier conference is warranted.
Pretrial conferences and orders	Pretrials are scheduled once the case is assigned. Litigants need to be present unless excused by the court.

Criminal Pretrial Procedures

Pretrial conferences and orders

Criminal and traffic cases automatically for pretrial when jury demand is filed. Criminal defendants are to be present.

Trial

Voir Dire	Voir dire is conducted by the court with parties given latitude to ask follow-up questions.
Decorum	Proper courtroom etiquette observed. No hats, food, drinks, or use of cellular phones when court is in session. Appropriate attire required for attorneys and litigants. Professionalism toward court and opposing counsel expected at all times.
Exhibits	Exhibits are to be marked in advance and will be maintained by the court reporter.