Judge James F. Stevenson - Professional Background & Legal Expertise

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The Hon. James F. Stevenson is a judge for the General Division of the Shelby County Court of Common Pleas in Ohio. He was elected to the bench on November 7, 2006.

Stevenson has held assignments on the Civil Law and Procedure Committee, the Court Technology Committee, and the Jury Service Committee of the Ohio Judicial Conference. He also sat on the Ohio Supreme Court’s Commission on Technology and the Courts.

Prior to his election, Stevenson was the County Prosecutor for the Shelby County Prosecutor’s Office, a position he held since 1992. Before that, he spent eleven years as the Chief Felony Prosecutor for Shelby County (1981 to 1992).

Stevenson earned a bachelor’s degree from the Ohio State University in 1972. He then completed a J.D. at the University of Cincinnati College of Law in 1975.

After graduating from law school, Stevenson began his legal career as an assistant public defender for the Shelby County Public Defender’s Office (1975 to 1981). During this time, Stevenson was also an associate at Boller & Shuffelton, a partner at Boller & Stevenson, and a partner at Kerrigan, Boller, Stevenson, Goettemoeller & Beigel (1975 to 2005). His private practice work encompassed bankruptcy, corporate and business, divorce and family law, estate planning, real estate, and general trial practice matters.

His memberships have included the Shelby County Bar Association, the Ohio State Bar Association, and the American Bar Association.

He is a recipient of the Outstanding Career Service Award from the Shelby County Bar Association.

Born in Bellefontaine, Ohio, Stevenson currently resides in Sidney with his wife, Gwen, who works as Dean of Edison Community College. When not presiding over legal matters, he enjoys bicycling, gardening, and golfing.

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U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION vs. BATTY, ANN M

On June 10, 2024 a civil case was filed in the jurisdiction of Shelby County. Judge STEVENSON, JAMES F presiding.

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SERVBANK SB vs. MCLAIN, TYLER

On June 5, 2024 a civil case was filed in the jurisdiction of Shelby County. Judge STEVENSON, JAMES F presiding.

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Jun 05, 2024

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ROUSE, MIA vs. SYMONDS, ERIN MICHELLE

On May 30, 2024 a civil case was filed in the jurisdiction of Shelby County. Judge STEVENSON, JAMES F presiding.

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May 30, 2024

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May 31, 2024

HIRSCHFELD, CLINTON vs. D&S CONSTRUCTION OF WESTERN OHIO, LLC

On May 30, 2024 a civil case was filed in the jurisdiction of Shelby County. Judge STEVENSON, JAMES F presiding.

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May 31, 2024

ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY vs. SIDNEY TRANSPORTATION SERVICES, LLC

On May 30, 2024 a civil case was filed in the jurisdiction of Shelby County. Judge STEVENSON, JAMES F presiding.

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May 31, 2024

LINTON, ANGEL vs. WILSON, BREIANNA

On May 29, 2024 a civil case was filed in the jurisdiction of Shelby County. Judge STEVENSON, JAMES F presiding.

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May 29, 2024

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May 29, 2024

FIRSTBANK vs. GOUBEAUX, JOSHUA J JFS

On May 28, 2024 a civil case was filed in the jurisdiction of Shelby County. Judge STEVENSON, JAMES F presiding.

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May 28, 2024

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May 28, 2024

WILSON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL vs. VONDERHUEVEL, JESSICA L

On May 28, 2024 a civil case was filed in the jurisdiction of Shelby County. Judge STEVENSON, JAMES F presiding.

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May 28, 2024

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May 28, 2024

PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC vs. HENDERSON, BENJAMIN L

On May 24, 2024 a civil case was filed in the jurisdiction of Shelby County. Judge STEVENSON, JAMES F presiding.

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May 24, 2024

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May 24, 2024

ZITTER, JR, THOMAS vs. KRULWICH KLATT, JOSHUA MALLON

On May 24, 2024 a civil case was filed in the jurisdiction of Shelby County. Judge STEVENSON, JAMES F presiding.

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May 24, 2024

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May 28, 2024

SPRINGCREEK BAPTIST CHURCH vs. THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, BENEFICIARIES, NEXT OF KIN, LEGATEES, DEVISEES, EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS AND ASSIGNS, IF ANY, OF HANNAH J. SHELL, AND THE UNKNOWN SPOUSES, IF ANY, OF SUCH PERSONS

On May 23, 2024 a civil case was filed in the jurisdiction of Shelby County. Judge STEVENSON, JAMES F presiding.

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May 23, 2024

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May 24, 2024

HAYES, LINDA vs. HAYES, BILLY JFS

On May 23, 2024 a divorce case was filed in the jurisdiction of Shelby County. Judge STEVENSON, JAMES F presiding.

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May 23, 2024

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May 23, 2024

VANZANT, SARA R vs. VANZANT, JAMES L JFS

On May 21, 2024 a divorce case was filed in the jurisdiction of Shelby County. Judge STEVENSON, JAMES F presiding.

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May 21, 2024

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May 22, 2024

SAC FINANCE, INC. vs. ORSBORNE, JUSTIN

On May 20, 2024 a civil case was filed in the jurisdiction of Shelby County. Judge STEVENSON, JAMES F presiding.

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May 20, 2024

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May 21, 2024

SAC FINANCE, INC. vs. YANTIS, KEVIN

On May 20, 2024 a civil case was filed in the jurisdiction of Shelby County. Judge STEVENSON, JAMES F presiding.

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May 20, 2024

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May 21, 2024

SAC FINANCE, INC. vs. FITZPATRICK, KRISSA

On May 20, 2024 a civil case was filed in the jurisdiction of Shelby County. Judge STEVENSON, JAMES F presiding.

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May 20, 2024

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May 21, 2024

CHRISTENSEN, BRYON A vs. AIRSTREAM INC JFS

On May 16, 2024 a civil case was filed in the jurisdiction of Shelby County. Judge STEVENSON, JAMES F presiding.

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May 16, 2024

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May 20, 2024

ROBERTS, JOSH vs. AIRSTREAMS CARAVANS, INC.

On May 16, 2024 a civil case was filed in the jurisdiction of Shelby County. Judge STEVENSON, JAMES F presiding.

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May 16, 2024

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May 16, 2024

SERVBANK, SB vs. GREER, SHAWN WILLIAM

On May 15, 2024 a civil case was filed in the jurisdiction of Shelby County. Judge STEVENSON, JAMES F presiding.

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May 15, 2024

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May 15, 2024

SAC FINANCE, INC. vs. FORSYTHE, JOSEPH

On May 8, 2024 a civil case was filed in the jurisdiction of Shelby County. Judge STEVENSON, JAMES F presiding.

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May 08, 2024

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May 10, 2024

SAC FINANCE, INC vs. MURAWSKI, FAITH

On May 8, 2024 a civil case was filed in the jurisdiction of Shelby County. Judge STEVENSON, JAMES F presiding.

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May 08, 2024

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May 10, 2024

SPECIALIZED LOAN SERVICING LLC vs. IRETON, DARLA S

On May 8, 2024 a civil case was filed in the jurisdiction of Shelby County. Judge STEVENSON, JAMES F presiding.

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May 08, 2024

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May 10, 2024

KERNS, ELIZABETH vs. KERNS, RICK JFS

On May 8, 2024 a divorce case was filed in the jurisdiction of Shelby County. Judge STEVENSON, JAMES F presiding.

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May 08, 2024

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May 09, 2024

US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE OF NRZ PASS THROUGH TRUST XII vs. UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW, DEVISEES, LEGATEES, EXECUTORS AND ADMINISTRATORS OF RITA F. HARNESS, DECEASED

On May 6, 2024 a civil case was filed in the jurisdiction of Shelby County. Judge STEVENSON, JAMES F presiding.

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May 06, 2024

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About

James F. Stevenson
Current Appointment Shelby County Court of Common Pleas	Shelby County Court of Common Pleas
Election/Appointment November 7, 2006 November 6, 2012 November 6, 2018	November 7, 2006 November 6, 2012 November 6, 2018
Education Bachelor's degree, The Ohio State University - 1972 J.D., University of Cincinnati College of Law - 1975	Bachelor's degree, The Ohio State University - 1972 J.D., University of Cincinnati College of Law - 1975

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Court Info

Court Info
Current Court:	OH - Shelby County Court of Common Pleas
Clerk phone:	+1 (937) 498.7230
Fax:	+1 (937) 498.7824
Court Reporter:	+1 (937) 498-7235
Assignment Commissioner:	+1 (937) 498-7233

Career History

Career History
Role	Employer	Where
Assistant Public Defender	Office of the Public Defender	Shelby County, Ohio
Associate	Boller & Shuffelton	Shelby County, Ohio
Partner	Boller & Stevenson	Shelby County, Ohio
Partner	Kerrigan, Boller, Stevenson, Goettemoeller & Beigel	Shelby County, Ohio
Chief Felony Prosecutor	Shelby County Prosecutor's Office	Shelby County, Ohio
County Prosecutor	Shelby County Prosecutor's Office	Shelby County, Ohio
Judge	Court of Common Pleas	Shelby County, Ohio