The Bank v. Lessley

JEFFREY W. BATES, Judge.

Dean Lessley, both individually and in his capacity as personal representative of the Estate of Marilyn Lessley (hereinafter collectively referred to as “Defendants”), sought to appeal from a judgment entered in favor of The Bank (Bank). Because Defendants’ notice of appeal was untimely, this Court lacks jurisdiction and must dismiss the appeal.

In October 2002, Bank sued Dean Less-ley and his wife, Marilyn Lessley, to recover on a loan guaranty agreement. After suit was filed, Marilyn died. Lessley was appointed as personal representative of Marilyn’s estate and…