Jo Jan Corp. v. Brent

This action was brought against the defendants, Robert Brent et al. (Brent), by the plaintiff, JoJan Corporation (JoJan), to foreclose two mortgages secured by promissory notes and to foreclose a mechanic’s lien. Brent filed a special and limited appearance contesting the court’s jurisdiction over his person on the ground that he had not been properly served with summons. JoJan contended that service of process upon Brent was properly effectuated by publication. After an evidentiary hearing, the trial court denied Brent’s special and limited appearance. Brent then filed a motion to reconsider…