The Court of Common Pleas, or Common Bench, was a common lawcourt in the English legal system that covered "common pleas"; actions between subject and subject, which did not concern the king. Created in the late 12th to early 13th century after splitting from the Exchequer of Pleas, the Common Pleas served as one of the central English courts for around 600 years. Authorised by the Magna Carta to sit in a fixed location, the Common Pleas sat in Westminster Hall for its entire existence, joined by the Exchequer of Pleas and Court of King's Bench.
The court's jurisdiction was gradually undercut by the King's Bench and Exchequer of Pleas with legal fictions, the Bill of Middlesex and Writ of Quominus respectively. The Common Pleas maintained its exclusive jurisdiction over matters of real property until its dissolution, and due to its wide remit was considered by Sir Edward Coke to be the "lock and key of the common law". It was staffed by one Chief Justice and a varying number of puisne justices, who were required to be Serjeants-at-Law, and until the mid 19th century only Serjeants were allowed to plead there.
Justice of the Common Pleas was a puisne judicial position within the Court of Common Pleas of England and Wales, under the Chief Justice. The Common Pleas was the primary court of common law within England and Wales, dealing with "common" pleas (civil matters between subject and subject). It was created out of the common law jurisdiction of the Exchequer of Pleas, with splits forming during the 1190s and the division becoming formal by the beginning of the 13th century. The court became a key part of the Westminster courts, along with the Exchequer of Pleas (qualified to hear cases involving revenue owed to the King) and the Court of King's Bench (authorised to hear cases involving the King), but with the Writ of Quominus and the Statute of Westminster, both tried to extend their jurisdiction into the realm of common pleas. As a result, the courts jockeyed for power. In 1828 Henry Brougham, a Member of Parliament, complained in Parliament that as long as there were three courts unevenness was inevitable, saying that "It is not in the power of the courts, even if all were monopolies and other restrictions done away, to distribute business equally, as long as suitors are left free to choose their own tribunal", and that there would always be a favourite court, which would therefore attract the best lawyers and judges and entrench its position. The outcome was the Supreme Court of Judicature Act 1873, under which all the central courts were made part of a single Supreme Court of Judicature. Eventually the government created a High Court of Justice under Lord Coleridge by an Order in Council of 16 December 1880. At this point, the Common Pleas formally ceased to exist.
A Court of Common Pleas is a common kind of court structure found in various common law jurisdictions. The form originated with the Court of Common Pleas in England, which was created to permit individual to press civil grievances against one another without involving the King.
Common pleas court Judge Joan Synenberg talks about bail reform
Common pleas court Judge Joan Synenberg talks about bail reform during her editorial board endorsement interview.
published: 13 Oct 2016
Common pleas court Judge Joan Synenberg talks about politics and the judiciary
Common pleas court Judge Joan Synenberg talks about politics and the judiciary during her editorial board endorsement interview.
published: 13 Oct 2016
Philadelphia Common Pleas Court Judge Lyris Younge Suspended For 6 Months For 'Blatant And Inexcusab
A Philadelphia judge will be suspended for six months after a state judicial panel ruled that her “repeated, clearly improper conduct” in Family Court was “blatant and inexcusable.” Geoff Petrulis reports.
published: 04 Jun 2021
Women fill seats, claiming all 10 common pleas judge seats in Summit County
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Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court Judge Michael J. Russo dies at 68
The Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas is mourning the death of Judge Michael J. Russo.
Court officials say he passed away Monday evening surrounded by his family “after a long and courageous health battle.”
He was 68 years old.
“Over the past year, Judge Russo displayed amazing strength while fighting his illness,” says Administrative and Presiding Judge Brendan J. Sheehan. “Judge Michael Russo was tenacious in his efforts to overcome his medical challenges and return to the courtroom. He felt it was an honor to do the work of the community that we are proud to serve each day.”
Prior to his election in 2002, court officials say he worked in private practice at the law firm of Ulmer & Berne, LLP. He attended the University of Dallas where he received his undergraduate degree and wen...
published: 10 Oct 2023
“Achieving Justice” with Zach Gwin, candidate for Judge of the Franklin County Common Pleas Court
Zach Gwin says it’s a lifelong passion for public service that motivated him to run to serve his community as judge of the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas.
In this latest “Achieving Justice” video Justice Jennifer Brunner talks with Gwin about his current role in the Columbus City Attorney’s Office working to improve the quality of life of Columbus residents and how his upbringing called him to a life of public service.
Since becoming an attorney in 2012, Gwin has built a diverse portfolio of legal experience both public and private. He has experience as a private attorney handling criminal defense and civil litigation and service in the City Attorney’s Office for the City of Columbus in a variety of roles including trial prosecutor and most recently handling public nuisance litiga...
published: 06 Nov 2022
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published: 04 Feb 2020
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A Philadelphia judge will be suspended for six months after a state judicial panel ruled that her “repeated, clearly improper conduct” in Family Court was “blat...
A Philadelphia judge will be suspended for six months after a state judicial panel ruled that her “repeated, clearly improper conduct” in Family Court was “blatant and inexcusable.” Geoff Petrulis reports.
A Philadelphia judge will be suspended for six months after a state judicial panel ruled that her “repeated, clearly improper conduct” in Family Court was “blatant and inexcusable.” Geoff Petrulis reports.
The Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas is mourning the death of Judge Michael J. Russo.
Court officials say he passed away Monday evening surrounded by his ...
The Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas is mourning the death of Judge Michael J. Russo.
Court officials say he passed away Monday evening surrounded by his family “after a long and courageous health battle.”
He was 68 years old.
“Over the past year, Judge Russo displayed amazing strength while fighting his illness,” says Administrative and Presiding Judge Brendan J. Sheehan. “Judge Michael Russo was tenacious in his efforts to overcome his medical challenges and return to the courtroom. He felt it was an honor to do the work of the community that we are proud to serve each day.”
Prior to his election in 2002, court officials say he worked in private practice at the law firm of Ulmer & Berne, LLP. He attended the University of Dallas where he received his undergraduate degree and went on to Old Dominion University for his master’s. He was also a graduate of the Cleveland State University College of Law.
During his time on the bench, Judge Russo presided over some notable cases, including that of Ariel Castro.
“I ask that you send your thoughts and prayers to Judge Michael Russo’s family during this time,” added Judge Sheehan.
READ MORE: https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/cleveland/cuyahoga-county-common-pleas-judge-michael-j-russo-dies/95-971437c3-527f-4201-beea-2e3fb767b335
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The Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas is mourning the death of Judge Michael J. Russo.
Court officials say he passed away Monday evening surrounded by his family “after a long and courageous health battle.”
He was 68 years old.
“Over the past year, Judge Russo displayed amazing strength while fighting his illness,” says Administrative and Presiding Judge Brendan J. Sheehan. “Judge Michael Russo was tenacious in his efforts to overcome his medical challenges and return to the courtroom. He felt it was an honor to do the work of the community that we are proud to serve each day.”
Prior to his election in 2002, court officials say he worked in private practice at the law firm of Ulmer & Berne, LLP. He attended the University of Dallas where he received his undergraduate degree and went on to Old Dominion University for his master’s. He was also a graduate of the Cleveland State University College of Law.
During his time on the bench, Judge Russo presided over some notable cases, including that of Ariel Castro.
“I ask that you send your thoughts and prayers to Judge Michael Russo’s family during this time,” added Judge Sheehan.
READ MORE: https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/cleveland/cuyahoga-county-common-pleas-judge-michael-j-russo-dies/95-971437c3-527f-4201-beea-2e3fb767b335
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Zach Gwin says it’s a lifelong passion for public service that motivated him to run to serve his community as judge of the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas...
Zach Gwin says it’s a lifelong passion for public service that motivated him to run to serve his community as judge of the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas.
In this latest “Achieving Justice” video Justice Jennifer Brunner talks with Gwin about his current role in the Columbus City Attorney’s Office working to improve the quality of life of Columbus residents and how his upbringing called him to a life of public service.
Since becoming an attorney in 2012, Gwin has built a diverse portfolio of legal experience both public and private. He has experience as a private attorney handling criminal defense and civil litigation and service in the City Attorney’s Office for the City of Columbus in a variety of roles including trial prosecutor and most recently handling public nuisance litigation in the Environmental Division.
Even before pursuing his law degree, Zach was focused on helping the community, serving as a victim-witness advocate in the Stark County Prosecutor’s Office in his hometown of Canton.
Zach is a native of Canton, Ohio, and received a bachelor’s degree from Miami University and law degree from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law. Zach lives in Franklinton with his wife, Margaret, son, Ronan, and rescue dog, Chewie.
Justice Brunner started "Achieving Justice" in 2020 during her campaign for the Ohio Supreme Court. The program educates individuals about Ohio's judicial system and the judges and candidates for judge who serve and wish to serve their state and community.
All the 2022 Achieving Justice interviews can be found here: https://www.justicebrunner.com/news.
“Serving the people and the cause of justice is one of the most important callings in our democratic system,” Justice Brunner said. “I believe that the more information the public has about the courts, their judges, and judicial candidates, the stronger our system is.”
Justice Brunner is a candidate for Chief Justice of the Ohio Supreme Court in 2022.
Zach Gwin says it’s a lifelong passion for public service that motivated him to run to serve his community as judge of the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas.
In this latest “Achieving Justice” video Justice Jennifer Brunner talks with Gwin about his current role in the Columbus City Attorney’s Office working to improve the quality of life of Columbus residents and how his upbringing called him to a life of public service.
Since becoming an attorney in 2012, Gwin has built a diverse portfolio of legal experience both public and private. He has experience as a private attorney handling criminal defense and civil litigation and service in the City Attorney’s Office for the City of Columbus in a variety of roles including trial prosecutor and most recently handling public nuisance litigation in the Environmental Division.
Even before pursuing his law degree, Zach was focused on helping the community, serving as a victim-witness advocate in the Stark County Prosecutor’s Office in his hometown of Canton.
Zach is a native of Canton, Ohio, and received a bachelor’s degree from Miami University and law degree from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law. Zach lives in Franklinton with his wife, Margaret, son, Ronan, and rescue dog, Chewie.
Justice Brunner started "Achieving Justice" in 2020 during her campaign for the Ohio Supreme Court. The program educates individuals about Ohio's judicial system and the judges and candidates for judge who serve and wish to serve their state and community.
All the 2022 Achieving Justice interviews can be found here: https://www.justicebrunner.com/news.
“Serving the people and the cause of justice is one of the most important callings in our democratic system,” Justice Brunner said. “I believe that the more information the public has about the courts, their judges, and judicial candidates, the stronger our system is.”
Justice Brunner is a candidate for Chief Justice of the Ohio Supreme Court in 2022.
An Allegheny County Common Pleas judge has been reassigned after reportedly making racially-charged remarks in a closed-door conference, KDKA's Andy Sheehan rep...
An Allegheny County Common Pleas judge has been reassigned after reportedly making racially-charged remarks in a closed-door conference, KDKA's Andy Sheehan reports.
An Allegheny County Common Pleas judge has been reassigned after reportedly making racially-charged remarks in a closed-door conference, KDKA's Andy Sheehan reports.
A Philadelphia judge will be suspended for six months after a state judicial panel ruled that her “repeated, clearly improper conduct” in Family Court was “blatant and inexcusable.” Geoff Petrulis reports.
The Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas is mourning the death of Judge Michael J. Russo.
Court officials say he passed away Monday evening surrounded by his family “after a long and courageous health battle.”
He was 68 years old.
“Over the past year, Judge Russo displayed amazing strength while fighting his illness,” says Administrative and Presiding Judge Brendan J. Sheehan. “Judge Michael Russo was tenacious in his efforts to overcome his medical challenges and return to the courtroom. He felt it was an honor to do the work of the community that we are proud to serve each day.”
Prior to his election in 2002, court officials say he worked in private practice at the law firm of Ulmer & Berne, LLP. He attended the University of Dallas where he received his undergraduate degree and went on to Old Dominion University for his master’s. He was also a graduate of the Cleveland State University College of Law.
During his time on the bench, Judge Russo presided over some notable cases, including that of Ariel Castro.
“I ask that you send your thoughts and prayers to Judge Michael Russo’s family during this time,” added Judge Sheehan.
READ MORE: https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/cleveland/cuyahoga-county-common-pleas-judge-michael-j-russo-dies/95-971437c3-527f-4201-beea-2e3fb767b335
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Zach Gwin says it’s a lifelong passion for public service that motivated him to run to serve his community as judge of the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas.
In this latest “Achieving Justice” video Justice Jennifer Brunner talks with Gwin about his current role in the Columbus City Attorney’s Office working to improve the quality of life of Columbus residents and how his upbringing called him to a life of public service.
Since becoming an attorney in 2012, Gwin has built a diverse portfolio of legal experience both public and private. He has experience as a private attorney handling criminal defense and civil litigation and service in the City Attorney’s Office for the City of Columbus in a variety of roles including trial prosecutor and most recently handling public nuisance litigation in the Environmental Division.
Even before pursuing his law degree, Zach was focused on helping the community, serving as a victim-witness advocate in the Stark County Prosecutor’s Office in his hometown of Canton.
Zach is a native of Canton, Ohio, and received a bachelor’s degree from Miami University and law degree from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law. Zach lives in Franklinton with his wife, Margaret, son, Ronan, and rescue dog, Chewie.
Justice Brunner started "Achieving Justice" in 2020 during her campaign for the Ohio Supreme Court. The program educates individuals about Ohio's judicial system and the judges and candidates for judge who serve and wish to serve their state and community.
All the 2022 Achieving Justice interviews can be found here: https://www.justicebrunner.com/news.
“Serving the people and the cause of justice is one of the most important callings in our democratic system,” Justice Brunner said. “I believe that the more information the public has about the courts, their judges, and judicial candidates, the stronger our system is.”
Justice Brunner is a candidate for Chief Justice of the Ohio Supreme Court in 2022.
An Allegheny County Common Pleas judge has been reassigned after reportedly making racially-charged remarks in a closed-door conference, KDKA's Andy Sheehan reports.
The Court of Common Pleas, or Common Bench, was a common lawcourt in the English legal system that covered "common pleas"; actions between subject and subject, which did not concern the king. Created in the late 12th to early 13th century after splitting from the Exchequer of Pleas, the Common Pleas served as one of the central English courts for around 600 years. Authorised by the Magna Carta to sit in a fixed location, the Common Pleas sat in Westminster Hall for its entire existence, joined by the Exchequer of Pleas and Court of King's Bench.
The court's jurisdiction was gradually undercut by the King's Bench and Exchequer of Pleas with legal fictions, the Bill of Middlesex and Writ of Quominus respectively. The Common Pleas maintained its exclusive jurisdiction over matters of real property until its dissolution, and due to its wide remit was considered by Sir Edward Coke to be the "lock and key of the common law". It was staffed by one Chief Justice and a varying number of puisne justices, who were required to be Serjeants-at-Law, and until the mid 19th century only Serjeants were allowed to plead there.