What happens at the July 9, 2026 evidentiary hearing?

Witnesses and evidence will be presented so the court can decide the Porters’ motion for permanent legal custody and guardianship.

Do I need to notify the court if I cannot attend?

Interested parties should notify the court or an attorney in advance; absence may let the court decide without your input.

Who filed the motion and why?

Daniel and Donna Porter filed to obtain custody/guardianship after the death of the child’s prior custodian, David G. King.

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 reopen a 2013 juvenile case and seek permanent legal custody and guardianship of their nephew following the death of his prior custodian. An evidentiary hearing is scheduled for July 9, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. in Akron.

Key Takeaways

Evidentiary hearing July 9, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.
Motion seeks permanent legal custody and guardianship
Filing 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 19, 2026 · today

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.
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
Consider legal representation
If you are Chelsey King or other interested party, retain counsel before July 9, 2026 to protect your rights.

Frequently asked questions

What happens at the July 9, 2026 evidentiary hearing?: Witnesses and evidence will be presented so the court can decide the Porters’ motion for permanent legal custody and guardianship.
Where and when is the hearing located?: Summit County Domestic Relations Court, 209 South High Street, 3rd Floor, Akron, OH, July 9, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.
Do I need to notify the court if I cannot attend?: Interested parties should notify the court or an attorney in advance; absence may let the court decide without your input.
Who filed the motion and why?: Daniel and Donna Porter filed to obtain custody/guardianship after the death of the child’s prior custodian, David G. King.

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Legal terms in this notice

Evidentiary Hearing: A court session where witnesses and evidence are presented to decide factual issues.
Legal Custody: Court-given authority to make major decisions for a child, like education and healthcare.
Guardianship: A court-appointed responsibility for a child's care when parents or custodians are unable to act.
Reopen the case: Bring a previously closed case back to court for further proceedings.

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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