The circuit court also handles family matters, including divorce. In addition, the circuit court hears cases appealed from the general district court and from the juvenile and domestic relations district court. Terms begin, 4th Tuesday, Jan., Apr., July & Oct. All cases set by agreement with Commonwealth's Attorney at preliminary hearing, on Term Day, or by agreement of counsel and the Court. The latter may be done by a telephone call to the Judge's office. Court convenes at 9:00 a.m. In civil jury trials, instructions must be submitted to the Court and opposing counsel 5 days prior to trial.