What does it mean to be named in a notice by publication for an easement dispute?

It means you are a potential claimant whose identity or address is unknown; publication notifies you to respond or defend your interest.

When is my response due to the court?

You must respond within 28 days after the last publication date, which was May 16, 2026.

What happens if I fail to respond to this notice?

The court may enter judgment without your input, which could terminate your claimed easement rights.

Court Notice — Ironton (26OC000231)

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Quiet title

Affects:Property BuyersDefendantsGeneral Public

Property owners Joseph and Leslie Unger filed a lawsuit to quiet title and terminate an alleged easement affecting Lawrence County parcel 23-005-1700.022. Unknown and known parties claiming interest must respond within 28 days after the last publication or risk a judgment against them.

Key Takeaways

Complaint seeks to terminate an alleged easement on parcel 23-005-1700.022
Respond within 28 days after the final publication date
Published six consecutive weeks in the Ironton Tribune
Failure to respond may allow judgment against you

Deadline · Response Deadline

April 11, 2818

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Published

May 16, 2026 · 4 days ago

What to do next

1
Determine if you claim an interest
Confirm whether you have any claim to an easement on parcel 23-005-1700.022; consult deed records at the Lawrence County Recorder.
2
File a written response
If you claim an interest, file a response in Lawrence County Court of Common Pleas within 28 days after May 16, 2026 (by June 13, 2026).
3
Consult an attorney
Contact a real estate attorney promptly to protect rights and prepare a court response before the deadline.

Frequently asked questions

What does it mean to be named in a notice by publication for an easement dispute?: It means you are a potential claimant whose identity or address is unknown; publication notifies you to respond or defend your interest.
When is my response due to the court?: You must respond within 28 days after the last publication date, which was May 16, 2026.
What happens if I fail to respond to this notice?: The court may enter judgment without your input, which could terminate your claimed easement rights.

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Legal terms in this notice

quiet title: A lawsuit to settle ownership or remove conflicting claims on a property title.
easement: A legal right for someone to use another person's land for a specific purpose.
merger: When two property interests combine, potentially extinguishing an existing easement.

Full Notice Text

PUBLIC NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
LAWRENCE COUNTY, OHIO
JOSEPH UNGER and LESLIE UNGER, Plaintiffs v. UNKNOWN AND KNOWN PARTIES CLAIMING ANY INTEREST IN A PURPORTED EASEMENT ACROSS PARCEL NO. 23-005-1700.022, Defendants
CASE NO.: 26OC000231
JUDGE: ANDY BALLARD
NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

To all persons claiming any interest in an alleged easement affecting Lawrence County Parcel No. 23-005-1700.022:

Plaintiffs have filed a Complaint to quiet title and declare any such easement terminated by merger and no longer valid.

You are required to respond within 28 days after the last publication or judgment may be entered against you.

Filed in the Lawrence County Court of Common Pleas.

Publish once weekly for six consecutive weeks.

JOSEPH UNGER
LESLIE UNGER

Ironton Tribune: Apr. 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9 and 16, 2026
26OC000231