Yes, oral argument can be waived. Yes, you can request that your scheduled oral argument be postponed. Cases already scheduled for oral argument will be postponed and rescheduled only upon the filing of a motion which establishes good cause for a continuance. The court of appeals does not reveal the members of the panel until the day of oral argument. The appellate court takes every case under consideration immediately after oral argument or at the time scheduled for hearing if oral argument has been waived.
Some cases are more complex than others and simply require more time to be reviewed.
A party may appeal to the Supreme Court of Ohio . The Rules of Practice of the Supreme Court of Ohio govern proceedings before the Supreme Court of Ohio. If you are an attorney in good standing, you may request that your name be added to the list of attorneys eligible for appointment to represent indigent criminal defendants on appeal.