What is the date and time of the visitation hearing?

The hearing is June 11, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. in Courtroom 35.

Where is the visitation case filed?

In Franklin County Common Pleas Court, Division of Domestic Relations, 373 S. High St., Columbus, OH.

Who must file an answer and by when?

The unknown alleged father (John Doe) must file an answer within 28 days after publication.

Court Notice — 373 S. High St., Columbus, OH (26DR-535)

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Visitation

Affects:DefendantsGeneral Public

A plaintiff filed for visitation of a minor child and notified the unknown alleged father (John Doe) that a hearing is set for June 11, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. in Franklin County Domestic Relations Court. The defendant must file an answer within 28 days after publication.

Key Takeaways

Hearing on visitation set for June 11, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
Proceeding filed in Franklin County Domestic Relations Court
Unknown alleged father (John Doe) must file an answer in 28 days
Courtroom 35, Magistrate Wahl presiding

Deadline · Hearing Date

June 11, 2026

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Published

May 11, 2026 · 1 week ago

What to do next

1
File an answer if you are the defendant
If you are the alleged father, file a written answer with Franklin County Domestic Relations Court within 28 days after this notice's publication; contact the court clerk at 373 S. High St., Columbus.
2
Attend the hearing
Appear in Courtroom 35 before Magistrate Wahl on June 11, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at 373 S. High St., Columbus, OH 43215.
3
Seek legal advice
Consider contacting an attorney or legal aid before the hearing to understand rights and prepare a response.

Frequently asked questions

What is the date and time of the visitation hearing?: The hearing is June 11, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. in Courtroom 35.
Where is the visitation case filed?: In Franklin County Common Pleas Court, Division of Domestic Relations, 373 S. High St., Columbus, OH.
Who must file an answer and by when?: The unknown alleged father (John Doe) must file an answer within 28 days after publication.

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Legal terms in this notice

visitation: Court-ordered time that a noncustodial parent may spend with a child.
publication: Notifying an unknown defendant by publishing the notice in a newspaper or official outlet.
pro se: Representing oneself in court without a lawyer.

Full Notice Text

VISITATION: Case No. 26DR-535. Melody Edwards, Plaintiff, vs. Daejah Blakely, Defendant, et al. Defendant John Doe, the unknown alleged father of the minor child, whose last known address is unknown, shall take note that Plaintiff filed a complaint for visitation in the Common Pleas Court of Franklin Co., Division of Domestic Relations, 373 S. High St. 4th Fl., Columbus, OH 43215, seeking visitation of one minor child and any other relief deemed proper. A hearing is set on June 11, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. in Courtroom 35 before Magistrate Wahl, 373 S. High St., 3rd Floor, Columbus, OH 43215. Defendant shall file an answer within 28 days after publication.
Melody Edwards, pro se