Ninth Circuit Reopens Attorney’s Ownership Dispute Over California Winery

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has reopened an attorney’s ownership claims over a California winery. The case centers on factual disputes related to an alleged oral agreement with the winery’s former owner, which the appellate court found necessary to resolve through a trial. While the court revived the ownership claims, it also upheld a jury’s decision on a breach of fiduciary duty claim against the attorney. Notably, this breach verdict resulted in no damages awarded. For further insights, please refer to the Law360 article.