A prove up hearing is essentially a trial where you prove your side of the case in the absence of the other party. Supreme Court of Ohio Office of the Clerk is required to reject any document received after the filing deadline.Motions to file "instanter" or "out of rule". Default judgment is a judgment awarding the Plaintiff the. Rule 55(b)(1) entry of default judgments for a sum certain. District court practice varies with respect to this rule. (A) A party seeking a default judgment pursuant to Civil Rule 55 shall file a written motion with the Clerk of Courts. Complete the certificate of service at the bottom of the motion. You may instead ask the Clerk of Courts to serve the copies. If you are looking to get out of the default judgment, then you will need to file a motion to vacate or set aside judgment.