Court Denies Special Appearance in Estate Asset Recovery Case
2025

GH&A attorneys, Joe Cavanah and Andy Mytelka recently obtained a key procedural victory in an ongoing estate asset recovery matter involving the unauthorized sale of valuable firearms belonging to a Texas estate. The defendant sought dismissal through a special appearance, challenging the court’s jurisdiction. After briefing and argument, the court denied defendant’s motion, allowing the claims to proceed in Texas. The ruling ensures that the Estate’s claims—including conversion and restitution of specific property—will be heard on the merits rather than dismissed on procedural grounds. The decision reflects our firm’s commitment to holding out-of-state actors accountable when they interfere with Texas estate assets and fiduciary duties.