JS-44 Civil Cover Sheet - Federal District Court - Ohio 2026

1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
2. In Section I, enter the names of the plaintiffs and defendants. Ensure you include last names, first names, and middle initials as applicable.
3. For County of Residence, specify the county for the first listed plaintiff or defendant based on whether it's a U.S. plaintiff case.
4. In Section II, mark the appropriate box to indicate the basis of jurisdiction. Choose from options like U.S. Government Plaintiff or Federal Question.
5. Complete Section III by marking the citizenship of principal parties if diversity is indicated. This helps clarify jurisdiction.
6. In Section IV, select the nature of suit by placing an 'X' in one box that best describes your case.
7. Fill out Section VI with the civil statute related to your cause of action and provide a brief description.
8. Finally, sign and date the form in the designated area before submitting it to ensure compliance with court requirements.

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