(C) A motion for a continuance shall not be granted unless good cause and proper diligence is demonstrated. Best to file this in writing with the clerk of the court AND send a copy to the other side.Read Rule 41 - Conflict of Trial Court Assignment Dates, Continuances and Engaged Counsel, Ohio R. Superi. Format and File the Motion: Format the motion according to the court's requirements. To request a continuance, your lawyer must typically file a motion with the court. You can file a Motion for continuance if you have good cause that prevents you from attending court. Please refer to Local Rule 4.20 (PDF). Fill in the blanks in the caption with the case information. If you cannot make it to court on the trial date, you may request a continuance to reschedule the hearing to a future date. You will need to prove that you have good cause to get a continuance on a pretrial hearing.