Judge Nancy Margaret Russo discusses the Re-Entry Court she has presided over for 15 years. The interview with Public Information Officer Darren Toms is part of the Court's Second Chance Month celebration.

Women's History Month: Judge Kathleen A. Sutula and Judge Shirley Strickland Saffold

29 days ago 19m 41s

As we continue to celebrate Women’s History Month, the Court is shining a spotlight on two veteran Judges who will be retiring at the end of the year. Judge Kathleen A. Sutula and Judge Shirley Strickland Saffold met in law school, and have bee

The Saffold Family Legacy

Feb 2nd, 2024 17m 8s

At the end of 2024, Judge Shirley Strickland Saffold will retire after 29 years on the Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court Bench. Two of her children are also Judges. Judge Jeffrey Saffold is on our Bench and Judge Sydney Saffold is with the Cle

Judge Brian Corrigan Retirement Interview

Dec 8th, 2022 12m 35s

After 30 years on the Bench, Judge Brian Corrigan retires in January of 2023. Along with host Darren Toms, Judge Corrigan looks back at his career and how the judiciary has evolved in the last three decades.

Judge Dick Ambrose

Dec 28th, 2021 10m 50s

After 17 years on the Bench, Judge Dick Ambrose is retiring. He talks with Darren Toms about his time with the Court, playing for the Cleveland Browns, and what led him to a career in law after the NFL.

Judge Patricia Blackmon

Feb 12th, 2021 50m 34s

Former Eighth District Court of Appeals Judge Patricia A. Blackmon was the first African American woman elected to that Bench.Judge Blackmon was admitted to the Ohio bar in 1976. She helped organize the first law firm in the state comprised of

Judge Brendan J. Sheehan

Jan 28th, 2020 10m 24s

Judge Brendan Sheehan began a two-year term as the Court's Administrative Judge in January 2020. Judge Sheehan talks with host Darren Toms about his career, his thoughts on the Court, and what the future could hold.

Judge John J. Russo Ends Term As Administrative Judge

Dec 20th, 2019 9m 45s

Judge John J. Russo looks back on his six years as Administrative and Presiding Judge of the Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court. He served as AJ/PJ from January 2014 to December 2019.

Domestic Violence Docket

Nov 1st, 2019 9m 12s

Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court is developing a pilot Domestic Violence Docket designed to help both the victim and defendant avoid potential future incidents. Judge Sherrie Miday and host Darren Toms discuss the docket, how the funding was

The Pro Bono Project

Jul 5th, 2019 9m 1s

The Pro Bono Project provides legal advice on civil matters to people who are also dealing with criminal cases. In many instances, a person with a criminal case faces issues such as eviction, child custody, and even driving privileges. Judge Jo

Recovery Court

Mar 29th, 2019 10m 44s

Judge Joan Synenberg talks with host Darren Toms about Recovery Court, a specialty docket that treats people with a dual diagnosis of addiction and related trauma.

Probation and Evidence-Based Practices

Feb 1st, 2019 8m 13s

Cuyahoga County Adult Probation Training Specialist Brad Schleter looks at how the probation department has changed over the years. What was once a program designed to punish people, probation has evolved into a method of helping people overcom

Judge Michael Jackson

Dec 1st, 2018 15m 26s

Judge Michael E. Jackson retired in early January, 2019, after six years on the Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court Bench. He spoke with host Darren Toms about his education, military and law careers and time on the bench. Judge Jackson also tal

Judge Stuart Friedman

Nov 1st, 2018 14m 49s

Judge Stuart Friedman retired in early January, 2019, after three decades on the Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court Bench. He spoke with host Darren Toms about his education, law career and time on the bench. Judge Friedman also discussed the t

Judge Carolyn Friedland

Oct 1st, 2018 6m 35s

Judge Carolyn Friedland retired in January of 2019, and looked back on what she calls "a great job." Judge Friedland spent 30 years on the Bench, and she speaks with host Darren Toms about her education, career, and why she became a Judge.

Judge Janet R. Burnside

Sep 1st, 2018 13m 2s

After nearly three decades on the Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court bench, Judge Janet Burnside retired at the end of 2018. Judge Burnside discusses her career, the justice system, and what advice she has for young attorneys.

Court Community Service

Aug 1st, 2018 8m 14s

CCS Executive Director Paul Klodor discusses how the non-profit organization helps clients perform their court-ordered community service.

Veterans Treatment Court

Jul 1st, 2018 11m 7s

Judge Michael E. Jackson talks with host Darren Toms about the Veterans Treatment Court, which strives to successfully rehabilitate veterans by diverting them from the traditional criminal justice system and providing them with the unique tools

Court Reporters

Jun 1st, 2018 11m 4s

It's the jobs of our dedicated staff of court reporters to maintain an accurate record of every hearing that takes place. Head Court Reporter Bruce Bishilany talks with host Darren Toms about the role of the court reporters, the training they n

Re-Entry Court

May 1st, 2018 9m 9s

Judge Nancy Margaret Russo talks about Re-Entry Court and how it helps inmates who are ready to transition back into society.

Jury Commission

Apr 1st, 2018 7m 44s

How are people chosen for jury duty? What happens when they arrive? And what are some the best excuses people have used to try and avoid service? On The Record host Darren Toms talks with co-directors Pat Bittner and Veronica Adams about their

The Jury Room

Apr 1st, 2018 7m 53s

Cuyahoga County Law Library

Mar 1st, 2018 8m 6s

Kathy Dugan, director of the Cuyahoga County Law Library, sits down with host Darren Toms to discuss the library's history and its role in the modern, electronic legal system.

CMBA Mock Trials

Feb 1st, 2018 9m 45s

The Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court hosts a number of mock trials during the year, the biggest being the Ohio Mock Trial District Competition, which is organized by the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association. Jessica Paine, the CMBA's Direct

TASC

Jan 9th, 2018 10m 37s

A conversation with Court’s TASC (Treatment Alternatives to Street Crime) Administrator Ronda Blaney. Community Outreach Coordinator Darren Toms and Ronda discuss the role of TASC and the emotional highs and lows of being case managers!