Master Commissioner

What You'll Do:

• Review and analyze the pleadings, motions, transcripts, exhibits, records, and briefs in appeals and original actions filed in the Supreme Court of Ohio. 

• Review the case law, statutory, and constitutional authorities cited by the parties and perform additional legal research as needed pertaining to the assigned matters. 

• Prepare for the Justices a comprehensive written analysis of the facts and issues presented in an appeal or original action, recommend disposition of the case, including any pending motions, and prepare draft opinions and entries as needed.

• Consult with other master commissioners concerning legal issues in pending cases. 

• May conduct hearings as assigned by the Court, primarily in state and local taxation appeals.

• Review editorial changes made to opinions before publication. 

• Assist the Justices or senior management in complex legal matters; conduct research of complex legal issues; evaluate factual information. 

• Collaborate with the administrative coordinator in maintaining a log of the status of assigned cases, as requested. 

• Propose amendments to court rules when appropriate. 

• Attend state and national seminars when directed, participate in bar association committee activities as appropriate, and otherwise remain current with developing legal trends and authority.