Summit County
Domestic Relations Court
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The Summit County Domestic Relations Court is open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Summit County
Domestic Relations Court
205 S. High Street
Akron, Ohio 44308
Phone: (330) 643-2355
Email: info@drcourt.org
OnlineHigh Conflict Co-Parenting
Level 2 skills-based co-parenting class for potentially high-conflict families. These life skills teach parents how to manage emotions in order to protect their children during transition and moving forward.
Target: Divorcing, separating or never married parents in conflict or contested cases.
* Note: The 12-hour and 16-hour class options are designed to include individual meetings with a co-parent coach from Passcode to Parenting after each class segment is completed.
Additional Cost: $125 per hour, per person — or $300 if paid in full at one time.
OnlineLevel 1 - Parenting Skills(Foundations for the Future)
Level 1 parenting class provides parents a foundational understanding of basic skills while raising their child(ren) from infancy to adulthood.
Target: Adults ages 18+ w/children.
OnlineAnger Management
(High Conflict Behavioral Skills)
Skills to assist individuals as they begin the process of understanding underlying issues related to anger, addictions, depression, self-esteem, stress, social anxiety, and relationships.
Target: Individuals struggling with anger, addiction or mental health conditions.
Skills to assist individuals as they begin the process of understanding underlying issues related to anger, addictions, depression, self-esteem, stress, social anxiety, and relationships.
Target: Individuals struggling with anger, addiction or mental health conditions.
OnlineLevel 2 - Parenting Skills Thrive(Parenting Skills for At-Risk Families Class)
The primary goal is to minimize the risk of child maltreatment while optimizing child developmental outcomes.
Target: For parents in risk situations
OnlineBatterers Intervention Program (BIP)
(Behavioral Skills Plus+)
This is the required programming for respondents in domestic violence civil protection order (CPO) or dating violence CPO cases Comprehensive, evidence-based class for domestic violence offenders, focusing on accountability, effective communication, and lasting behavior change.
Target: Adults ages 18+
This is the required programming for respondents in domestic violence civil protection order (CPO) or dating violence CPO cases Comprehensive, evidence-based class for domestic violence offenders, focusing on accountability, effective communication, and lasting behavior change.
Target: Adults ages 18+
This is the required programming for respondents in domestic violence civil protection order (CPO) or dating violence CPO cases Comprehensive, evidence-based class for domestic violence offenders, focusing on accountability, effective communication, and lasting behavior change.
Target: Adults ages 18+
Enrichment Intervention Modules
2-5 Hour Online Modules
4 Hour Online
Specifically developed for youth ages 10-18. This skills-based intervention program addresses feelings, communication, and problem-solving techniques. It teaches children of divorce essential coping skills and healthy behaviors that foster a brighter future.
2 Hour Online
FREE elective class available to active military and families.*
2 Hour Online
Accountability fosters trust and respect, which are essential to open communication in any relationship, especially the parent-child relationship. When your teen struggles, trust and open communication are essential. This class is focused on building accountability for individuals to take ownership of their actions, responsibilities, and commitments. Accountability empowers individuals to contribute to the success of their family by fostering trust and creating a positive environment.
2 Hour Online
Whether a parent or child, addictive behaviors can have significant impacts on both your mental and physical health, as well as interpersonal relationships, and overall quality of life. Addictive behaviors encompass a wide range of activities beyond substance abuse, including gambling, gaming, internet use, shopping, and even certain types of eating behaviors.
2 Hour Online
Resilience is key to overcoming adversity, breaking negative cycles, and fostering positive change. This course equips individuals—whether court-involved or seeking personal growth—with tools to manage stress, improve decision-making, and build emotional strength. Learn strategies for adaptability, healthier relationships, and long-term success in a flexible, self-paced format.
2 Hour Online
Child abuse is a serious and widespread problem that can have devastating consequences for children and families. It refers to any act or failure to act by a parent, caregiver, or other adult that results in harm, potential harm, or threat of harm to a child. You will learn skills to avoid child maltreatment from both a physical and emotional level.
2 Hour Online
This class is essential for parents, caregivers, educators, and professionals who work with children to understand how to support them through various life changes. The class focuses on children and transitions, and equips caregivers with the tools and resources needed to support the child's well-being during periods of change. By understanding the impact of transitions on children, and implementing effective strategies for support, caregivers can help children navigate change with resilience, confidence, and a sense of security.
2 Hour Online
It’s entirely possible to parent and be a parent with a disability. But there are some specific obstacles you may be more likely to face than others. This class will look at physical limitations, specific healthcare needs, and child welfare as it relates to these needs.
2 Hour Online
Talking to children about grief and loss can be challenging, but open and honest conversations can help them navigate difficult emotions. Learn effective methods to support children as they cope with death, separation, and other significant losses. Explore age-appropriate ways to address their questions, provide reassurance, and foster resilience during times of grief
2 Hour Online
Strong communication skills are key to building relationships and avoiding misunderstandings. This module teaches individuals to express themselves clearly, listen actively, and navigate difficult conversations with confidence. Participants will develop assertiveness, conflict-resolution techniques, and strategies for healthy interactions in personal, academic, and professional settings.
3 Hour Online
This class is beneficial for individuals seeking to manage their emotions effectively and improve their overall well-being. We empower individuals to manage their emotions effectively, improve their relationships, and enhance their overall quality of life. By learning to regulate their emotions, individuals can experience greater resilience, mental health, and personal growth, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling and satisfying life.
2 Hour Online
Proper nutrition is essential for promoting health, preventing disease, and empowering individuals to make informed food choices that support their overall well-being. By investing in nutrition education, you take a step towards improving health outcomes, reducing healthcare costs, and creating healthier, more resilient communities.
2 Hour Online
Healthy boundaries are essential for individuals to establish and maintain positive relationships, protect their well-being, and foster self-respect. This class focuses on creating healthy boundaries which are essential for individuals to develop the skills and confidence needed to establish and maintain positive and respectful relationships, protect their well-being, and foster personal growth and empowerment. By learning how to set boundaries effectively, individuals can enhance their quality of life and cultivate healthier and more fulfilling connections with others.
2 Hour Online
Designed to help individuals understand the importance of honesty, responsibility, and ethical decision-making. Encourages self-reflection, accountability, and personal growth, teaching you how integrity impacts your relationships, choices, and future opportunities. You will learn to build a foundation of trustworthiness and resilience, empowering you to make positive, values-driven decisions.
2 Hour Online
Helps you develop the ability to pause, think, and make thoughtful decisions rather than acting on immediate urges or emotions. This module focuses on building self-awareness, self-discipline, and techniques for delaying gratification. Participants learn strategies to recognize triggers, manage impulsive thoughts, and consider long-term consequences. By strengthening impulse control, you will gain skills to make better choices, avoid risky behaviors, and build resilience in challenging situations.
2 Hour Online
Conflict management classes play a crucial role in fostering healthy relationships, effective communication, and overall well-being within the family unit. Conflict is a normal part of life. Learn what conflict is and how to deal with it in a creative and constructive way, thereby promoting healthy relationships, effective communication, and overall well-being within the family unit. By learning how to manage conflicts constructively, families can strengthen their bonds, resolve disputes peacefully, and create a harmonious and supportive family environment for all members.
2 Hour Online
Designed for individuals seeking to navigate challenging situations, resist harmful influences, and make positive choices. We provide skills to help recognize and resist harmful influences, make informed and responsible choices, and cultivate a positive and fulfilling life. By equipping you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to navigate challenging situations, we promote resilience, self-efficacy, and overall well-being.
2 Hour Online
Conflict is inevitable, but resolving it effectively builds stronger relationships. This module helps you navigate disagreements, find common ground, and use negotiation skills to achieve win-win outcomes. Participants will learn de-escalation techniques, emotional regulation, and how to advocate for themselves while balancing their needs with others.
4 Hour Online
Helps drivers recognize risky habits, replace them with safer choices, and build long-term skills for the road. You’ll learn how to avoid distractions, drive sober, manage speed, and stay calm behind the wheel. By the end, you’ll feel confident, prepared, and committed to safe, responsible driving
2 Hour Online
Children are sometimes separated from their parents for long periods. This can be because of foster care, parent incarceration, military deployment or no-contact orders. Children and parents can learn options for staying connected while separated. They can also learn what to expect when parents and children come together again and how to make reunification positive.
2 Hour Online
Safety concerns for children encompass a broad range of issues, all of which are critical to address, in order to ensure the well-being and protection of children. Addressing these safety concerns requires a multi-faceted approach involving parents, caregivers, educators, communities, and policymakers. By prioritizing children's safety, and implementing preventive measures, we can create environments where children can grow, learn, and thrive free from harm.
2 Hour Online
Social media can be a powerful tool for connection, but it requires thoughtful use during life transitions. This module focuses on the following aspects: social exposure, distraction, isolation, authenticity, privacy settings, legal implications, and impact on children.
4 Hour Online
When parents or children struggle with mental health, it profoundly impacts the family dynamic and the well-being of all members involved. This class promotes mental well-being to help reduce stigma, and fosters supportive communities, to help individuals thrive emotionally, socially, and psychologically.
2 Hour Online
Parenting children of today’s generation comes with a unique set of challenges due to the many recent advancements in technology. There is no denying the reach technology has in our lives, as well as the lives of our children. There are also many ways in which technology can positively impact our lives and those of our children—it all depends on how the technology is being used.
3 Hour Online
We will identify resources and apply the management principles of time, space, and money. Classes for managing resources are crucial for individuals and organizations to optimize their use of resources, improve efficiency, and achieve their goals effectively. Overall, classes for managing resources provide individuals with the skills needed to maximize resource utilization, minimize waste, and achieve their objectives efficiently and effectively. By strategically managing resources, individuals can enhance their personal and professional effectiveness and contribute to long-term success and sustainability.
2 Hour Online
Assisting youth in promoting healthy relationships and empowering them to make informed decisions about their sexual health Empowers youth to make informed decisions about their bodies and their lives. This class contributes to the overall well-being and resilience as they navigate the complexities of adolescence and beyond.
2 Hour Online
Every choice impacts the future. This module helps you develop critical thinking skills to make responsible decisions in relationships, academics, and personal well-being. Participants will learn to assess risks, consider consequences, and align choices with their values and goals for a positive and successful future.
Summit County, Ohio
Domestic Relations Court
Jurisdiction/About the Court
The Summit County Domestic Relations Court is a division of the Summit County Court of Common Pleas. The Domestic Relations court has sole jurisdiction over civil cases involving divorce, dissolution, or annulment. In cases where parties have children, the court’s involvements continue until all children born to the parties have reached age eighteen and no longer regularly attend high school.
The Summit County Domestic Relations Court also has jurisdiction over all matters involving custody, visitation, and support of minor children, unless they are wards of another court. Cases involving juvenile court dependency, child neglect, or abuse are typically handled by the Juvenile Court. The Domestic Relations Court shares jurisdiction over domestic violence cases with the Municipal Court and the Common Pleas Court General Division.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Summit County Domestic Relations Court is to provide fair, effective and compassionate legal resolution to conflicts involving families and children within the parameters defined by Ohio law.
Vision Statement
The Court will provide equal access to a fair and effective system of justice for all without excess cost, inconvenience, or delay, with sensitivity to an increasingly diverse society. The Court will offer appropriate methods of dispute resolution and mediation services while preserving the constitutional right to trial by an impartial tribunal. The Court will ensure a safe environment for the public and will strive to implement innovative programs for the benefit of the community.
The Court hears and rules on Domestic Relations cases, which includes:
- Divorce
- Dissolution
- Annulments
- Legal Separations
- Parentage Cases involving Unmarried Parents
- Legal Custody Cases involving minor children who are not wards of another court
- Parental rights & Parenting Time
- Child Support
- Civil Protection Orders
- Dating Violence Protection Orders
