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Mary K. Crocker-Wyss vs. Philip Briscoe, Pr, Et Al

23MA-CC00020 The case proceeded through multiple amended petitions and motions including motions to dismiss and for judgment on the pleadings. The court denied motions to dismiss and for judgment on the pleadings, granting Plaintiff leave to amend the petition. Defendant Brannon's motion to dismiss the Second Amended Petition was denied after hearing. The parties engaged in discovery and status conferences. Ultimately, Plaintiff voluntarily dismissed the action with prejudice on April 27, 2026. Filed Sep 19, 2023

Plaintiff Mary Kathryn Crocker-Wyss alleges legal malpractice and negligence against Defendants John W. Briscoe, Philip P. Briscoe as Personal Representative of the Estate of John Wilford Briscoe, Joseph A. Brannon, and Briscoe & Brannon partnership related to the drafting of beneficiary deeds affecting real property interests. The claims arise from the omission of an 80-acre parcel from a 2012 beneficiary deed, resulting in financial losses and property disposition inconsistent with Plaintiff's interests.

Document details

Motion to Substitute Parties.pdf

Document type
Motion
Title
Motion to Substitute Philip P. Briscoe, Personal Representative of the Estate of John Wilford Briscoe, Ralls County Estate No. 24RL-PR00003, as Defendant for John W. Briscoe
Summary
Philip P. Briscoe is now representing the estate of John Wilford Briscoe as the defendant instead of John W. Briscoe. This change is because John W. Briscoe passed away on January 1, 2024.
Filing date
Monday, 19 February 2024