The Office conducts hearings for a wide variety of state agencies. It has General Rules of Procedure which govern many of these hearings, primarily in the area of professional and occupational licensing. In addition, several state agencies have adopted rules governing the handling of their particular matters.  

Further guidance regarding the conduct of hearings is found in the  OAC Policies that provide additional guidance regarding how the Office conducts business.  In addition, many individuals appear in cases before the Office without attorneys. Information on presenting a case without an attorney, as well as other relevant forms, can be found on the in the  Guide for Non-Lawyers .   Further assistance is available through the  Clerk's Office .