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# Nathan H. Manning

Ninth District Court of Appeals · Court of Appeals Judge

## Profile

- Court: Ninth District Court of Appeals
- State: Ohio
- Role: Court of Appeals Judge
- Service status: active

## Summary

Nathan H. Manning — Ninth District Court of Appeals

## Sources

- [2026 Directory Updates](https://www.ohiojudges.org/directory/2026-directory-updates/)

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## Biography

### Professional career

- Republican judge of the Ohio Court of Appeals for the Ninth District, appointed in July 2026 after a long career in Ohio’s legislature and as a prosecutor
- Law practice: Partner in Manning & Manning law firm
- Position: Judge, Ninth District Court of Appeals (covers Medina, Lorain, Summit, and Wayne Counties)
- Legislative focus: Criminal justice reform, public safety, protections for victims of domestic violence, access to emergency prescription refills, and pathways for second chances

### Education



### Additional information

- In his 2026 appointment announcement, Manning expressed gratitude for his legislative work and emphasized the importance of helping constituents, noting that “the most rewarding part of public service is being able to help people”
- Legislative service: Ohio House of Representatives, District 55 (2015–2018) Ohio Senate, District 13 (2019–2026) held the role of Chair of the House Criminal Justice Committee, Senate Judiciary Committee, and Senate Select Committee on Gaming



## Published courtroom rules

### Shared court rules

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