Joe Putnam v. David Morris

BALDOCK, Circuit Judge.

After examining the briefs and appellate record, this panel has determined unanimously that oral argument would not materially assist the determination of this appeal. See Fed.R.App.P. 34(a); 10th Cir.R. 34.1.8. The cause therefore is ordered submitted without oral argument.

Appellant originally filed this malpractice action against appellee on July 9, 1982. It was voluntarily dismissed by appellant on November 2, 1983, and then refiled on November 2, 1984. Appellant initially attempted to serve appellee by certified mail in November 1984; however, the certified letter…