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Tentative Ruling: Jack Skidmore vs Michael Shane Downs

Case Number

25CV06324

Case Type

Civil Law & Motion

Hearing Date / Time

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 10:00

Nature of Proceedings

Motion: To Be Relieved As Counsel

Tentative Ruling

On calendar are an unopposed motion of attorney James B. Devine, Law Offices of James B. Devine, APC, to be relieved as counsel for defendant Michael Shane Downs, and a CMC. In his declaration, attorney Devine states the basis for being relieved that defendant Downs died on January 29, 2026, and no personal representative has or will be appointed for Downs.  If there is no appearance, the matter will be dismissed without prejudice.

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