Legal Case Updates

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Official record of all case activities, providing complete transparency of the legal proceedings. Case No. 24-498, Miami County Ohio Court of Common Pleas.

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All Parties

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Both parties agree to pursue mediation, suggesting willingness to settle outside of trial.

Parties:

All Parties

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Case is now STAYED — all deadlines suspended while parties attempt to resolve the dispute through mediation. This is the current status of the case.

Parties:

Court, Judge Stacy M. Wall

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Significant development — Kristen is voluntarily narrowing her counterclaims, potentially streamlining the case or reflecting strategic adjustments.

Parties:

Kristen Jacobs, Morgan K. Napier

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Pretrial order modified by agreement of all parties with court approval.

Parties:

Court, Judge Stacy M. Wall

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Both parties cooperatively request changes to the pretrial schedule and procedures.

Parties:

All Parties

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Additional time granted for production of counseling records in discovery.

Parties:

Court, Judge Stacy M. Wall

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Seeks additional time to obtain counseling records relevant to the case. Unopposed indicates agreement between parties.

Parties:

Kristen Jacobs, Morgan K. Napier

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Kristen Jacobs adds a second attorney to her legal team, signaling increased legal resources for defense.

Parties:

Dalton L. Stewart, Kristen Jacobs

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Shows both sides working cooperatively to ensure thorough expert analysis before proceeding.

Parties:

Plaintiffs, Defendants

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Court approval ensures both parties have adequate time to prepare their expert evidence.

Parties:

Court

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Documents the formal request for testimony and evidence from key witnesses in the case.

Parties:

Kristen Jacobs, Olivia Nicodemus, Julie Von Tersch

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Establishes rules for handling sensitive documents and information shared during the legal discovery process.

Parties:

All Parties

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Sets timeline for discovery, expert disclosures, motions, and trial preparation.

Parties:

Court, Judge Stacy M. Wall

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Court facilitates settlement discussions before trial. Conference set for 5/1/26 @ 9:30am.

Parties:

Court, All Parties

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Final preparation meeting before trial begins. Conference set for 5/15/26 @ 9:00am.

Parties:

Court, All Parties

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Establishes rules for trial conduct and evidence presentation. Jury trial set for 6/2/26 @ 9:00am.

Parties:

Court, Judge Stacy M. Wall

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Protects privacy while maintaining transparency in court proceedings.

Parties:

Kristen Jacobs, Morgan K. Napier

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Official record of legal representation for third-party defendant Chelsea Smallwood.

Parties:

Court, Margo S. Brandenburg, Chelsea Smallwood

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Balances public transparency with privacy protection.

Parties:

Court

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Court rules that case will proceed in court system, not through arbitration. Significant procedural victory for plaintiff.

Parties:

Court, Judge Stacy M. Wall

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Uncontested motion to protect sensitive information while maintaining transparency.

Parties:

Kristen Jacobs

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Confirms new attorney may represent party in the case.

Parties:

Court, Judge Stacy M. Wall

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Voluntarily removes Olivia Nicodemus from the case.

Parties:

Kristen Jacobs, Olivia Nicodemus

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Olivia Nicodemus is no longer a party to the lawsuit. Disposition date: 02/19/2025.

Parties:

Court, Olivia Nicodemus

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Seeks court approval for change in legal representation.

Parties:

Anthony V. Graber

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Additional time granted for third-party defendant to respond.

Parties:

Kristen Jacobs, Olivia Nicodemus

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Request to update or change complaint or counterclaims. (Note: Exact filing date not clearly identified in docket)

Parties:

The Other Woman and the Wife LLC

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Shows parties working cooperatively to manage case timeline.

Parties:

All Parties

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Plaintiff responds to defendant's counterclaims, denying allegations.

Parties:

The Other Woman and the Wife LLC, Chelsea Smallwood

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Additional legal arguments supporting arbitration, responding to plaintiff's opposition.

Parties:

Kristen Jacobs

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Establishes legal counsel for Olivia Nicodemus.

Parties:

Alexander W. Cloonan, Olivia Nicodemus

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Sworn testimony under penalty of perjury from key party, supporting plaintiff's opposition to arbitration.

Parties:

Chelsea Smallwood

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Documents submission of sworn testimony to the court.

Parties:

The Other Woman and the Wife LLC, Michael W. Sandner

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Documents successful service of process on Olivia Nicodemus.

Parties:

Kristen Jacobs

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Provides guidance on proper service procedures after initial failure.

Parties:

Court

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Kristen's formal legal defense and offensive counterclaims against plaintiff, plus third-party claims against Chelsea Smallwood and Olivia Nicodemus.

Parties:

Kristen Jacobs

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Attempt to move case out of court system into private arbitration based on contractual agreement.

Parties:

Kristen Jacobs

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Seeks to pause or redirect the litigation process.

Parties:

Kristen Jacobs

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Documents attempt to serve defendant through certified mail.

Parties:

The Other Woman and the Wife LLC

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Formal request directing court clerk to prepare documents for service.

Parties:

The Other Woman and the Wife LLC

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Official court record of service difficulties.

Parties:

Court

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Documents failed service attempt, requiring alternative service method.

Parties:

The Other Woman and the Wife LLC

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Official court notice beginning the legal process and establishing timeline for response.

Parties:

Court, Kristen Jacobs

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Initial pleading that started the lawsuit, outlining plaintiff's allegations and legal claims. Case No. 24 CV 00498.

Parties:

The Other Woman and the Wife LLC, Kristen Jacobs

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Initiates service of process through U.S. Mail method.

Parties:

The Other Woman and the Wife LLC