What is the date and time of the custody hearing?

The evidentiary hearing is scheduled July 9, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Summit County Domestic Relations Court.

Who filed the motion for custody and why?

Daniel and Donna Porter filed the motion after the death of the child's prior custodian, seeking permanent legal custody and guardianship.

What happens if I cannot find Chelsey King to serve her?

The notice states service cannot be made with reasonable diligence; the court may proceed and decide the matter in her absence.

Court Notice — 209 South High Street, Akron, OH (DR2026 02 0310)

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Legal custody motion

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Plaintiffs Daniel and Donna Porter filed a motion to obtain permanent legal custody and guardianship of their nephew after the death of his prior custodian. An evidentiary hearing is set for July 9, 2026 at Summit County Domestic Relations Court to decide the custody request.

Key Takeaways

Evidentiary hearing set July 9, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.
Plaintiffs seek permanent legal custody and guardianship
Motion reopens 2013 juvenile case LC12 10 000 262
Defendant Chelsey King’s address unknown; service not possible

Deadline · Hearing Date

July 9, 2026

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Published

May 12, 2026 · 1 week ago

What to do next

1
Attend the evidentiary hearing
Appear on July 9, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Summit County Domestic Relations Court, 209 South High Street, 3rd Floor, Akron, OH 44310.
2
Contact Plaintiffs' attorney
Reach out to Shirley A. Simon at 223 Northwest Ave., Ste. 1-B, Tallmadge, OH 44278 for case details or filings.
3
If you are the defendant, arrange representation
Chelsey King or any represented party should secure counsel before July 9, 2026 to present evidence and objections.

Frequently asked questions

What is the date and time of the custody hearing?: The evidentiary hearing is scheduled July 9, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Summit County Domestic Relations Court.
Who filed the motion for custody and why?: Daniel and Donna Porter filed the motion after the death of the child's prior custodian, seeking permanent legal custody and guardianship.
What happens if I cannot find Chelsey King to serve her?: The notice states service cannot be made with reasonable diligence; the court may proceed and decide the matter in her absence.

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Legal terms in this notice

Evidentiary Hearing: A court session where evidence and witness testimony are presented for the judge to decide factual disputes.
Reopen: To bring a previously closed case back before the court for further proceedings or relief.
Legal Custody: The legal authority to make decisions about a child's upbringing, education, and health.
Guardianship: A court-ordered relationship giving a person authority and responsibility for a minor's care.

Full Notice Text

LEGAL NOTICE
In the Court of Common Pleas, Domestic Relations Division, 205 S. High St., Akron, Summit County, Ohio.
Case No. DR2026 02 0310.
Daniel Porter and Donna Porter, 977 El Dorado Drive, Akron, OH 44319, Plaintiffs vs. Chelsey King, et al., Defendants.
Chelsey King, whose last known address is 3949 Mayfield Road, Apt. 105, Uniontown, OH 44685 and cannot with the exercise of reasonable diligence be ascertained, and upon whom service of summons cannot be had in the State of Ohio, will take notice that on February 10, 2026, Plaintiffs, filed a (Re-filed) Motion for Change of Legal Custody in the Common Pleas Court, Domestic Relations Division, of Summit County, Ohio, being Case No. DR2026 02 0310, stating due to the death of David G King, Todd's maternal grandfather and legal custodian since June 13, 2013, Plaintiffs respectfully move the court to reopen the 2013 Summit County Juvenile Case: LC12 10 000 262, once it has transferred to Summit County Domestic Relations Court, so their Motion may be heard for permanent legal custody and guardianship of their nephew and they be granted full parental rights and responsibilities and any other relief the court deems appropriate.
Please take notice that an Evidentiary Hearing on Plaintiff's Motion for Legal Custody is scheduled for July 9, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. before Magitrate Lynne Siefert at the Summit County Domestic Relations Court, 209 South High Street, 3rd Floor, Akron, OH 44310.
By: SHIRLEY A SIMON, (#0065029), 223 Northwest Ave., Ste. 1-B, Tallmadge, OH 44278, Attorney for Plaintiff.
Apr 28; May 5, 12, 19, 26; Jun 2, 2026
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