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How to Run for State Supreme Court Chief Justice in Ohio

A nonpartisan guide to State Supreme Court Chief Justice in Ohio. Learn the requirements to run for office near you.
Last election
November 8, 2022

About State Supreme Court Chief Justice

About this position

The Chief Justice of the State Supreme Court has significant influence in the selection of cases for review, presides when oral arguments are held, and leads the discussion of cases among the justices. Additionally, when the court renders an opinion, the chief justice, if in the majority, chooses who writes the court's opinion.
Office level
State
Election frequency
Every 6 years
Typical salary
$164,000/year
Commitment level
Full Time
Affiliation
Partisan

Election type

  • CheckPartisan election (party labels appear on ballots)
  • Run-off election

How to run for State Supreme Court Chief Justice

  1. User Round
    Step 1

    Meet eligibility requirements

    Candidate must be a qualified elector residing in Ohio, must be admitted to practice as an attorney in this state and have, for a total of at least six years preceding the commencement of the term, been engaged in the practice of law in Ohio or served as a judge of a court of record in any jurisdiction in the U.S., or both.

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    Step 2

    File for office

    Filing requirements
    Filing fee is $150; Signatur requirements for major party candidates: 1,000 signatures. For minor party candidates: 500 signatures. For independent candidates: 5,000 signatures.
    Filing period
    Until February 2, 2022
    Paperwork instructions
    Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's Election Division's office.
    Where to file
    180 E. Broad St. 5th Floor, Columbus, Ohio 43215
    Filing phone
    614-466-2585
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