Shaw v. North American Title Co.

MOON, Chief Justice.

Plaintiff-appellant Stephen M. Shaw appeals from the First Circuit Court’s dismissal of his complaint for lack of personal jurisdiction. Because we find that Shaw’s complaint, together with the affidavits presented on the motion to dismiss, create a prima, facie showing of personal jurisdiction, we vacate the circuit court’s dismissal and remand for further proceedings.

I. FACTUAL BACKGROUND

This case arises from an escrow transaction for the refinancing of Shaw’s property located in La Jolla, California. Defendant-appellee North American Title Company (NATCO) was retained…