In re Disqualification of Cleary

[This opinion has been published in Ohio Official Reports at 88 Ohio St.3d 1220.] IN RE DISQUALIFICATION OF CLEARY. KAFFEMAN, EXR., ET AL. v. MACLIN ET AL. [Cite as In re Disqualification of Cleary,

2000-Ohio-279.] Judges—Affidavit of disqualification—Judge’s courtroom demeanor and conduct imply a “hostile feeling or spirit of ill-will”—Judges have ethical obligation to conduct themselves in a courteous and dignified manner that does not convey the appearance of bias or prejudice towards litigants or their attorneys—Disqualification ordered. (No. 99-AP-118—Decided January 24, 2000.) ON…