Stephini Candella v. Timothy Ortner - Divorce Appeal Dismissed
Summary
The Texas Court of Appeals, 3rd District, has dismissed the appeal in Stephini Candella v. Timothy Ortner for want of prosecution. The appellant failed to file a required brief by the court-ordered deadline. This action pertains to a divorce case.
What changed
The Texas Court of Appeals, 3rd District, has dismissed the appeal in case number 03-25-00661-CV, styled Stephini Candella v. Timothy Ortner, for want of prosecution. The dismissal is based on the appellant's failure to file a required brief by the court's deadline, despite a notice warning of dismissal. The original nature of the suit was Divorce.
This ruling means the appeal is terminated, and the lower court's decision stands. Legal professionals involved in appellate cases should ensure timely filing of all required documents, including briefs and any motions for extension, to avoid dismissal. Failure to comply with court rules can result in the loss of appellate rights.
What to do next
- Ensure timely filing of all appellate briefs and motions.
- Review court orders and notices regarding filing deadlines carefully.
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March 13, 2026 Get Citation Alerts Download PDF Add Note
Stephini Candella v. Timothy Ortner
Texas Court of Appeals, 3rd District (Austin)
- Citations: None known
- Docket Number: 03-25-00661-CV
- Nature of Suit: Divorce
Disposition: Dismissed for Want of Prosecution
Disposition
Dismissed for Want of Prosecution
Lead Opinion
TEXAS COURT OF APPEALS, THIRD DISTRICT, AT AUSTIN
NO. 03-25-00661-CV
Stephini Candella, Appellant
v.
Timothy Ortner, Appellee
FROM THE 345TH DISTRICT COURT OF TRAVIS COUNTY
NO. D-1-FM-17-002545, THE HONORABLE KEVIN DAN HENDERSON, JUDGE PRESIDING
MEMORANDUM OPINION
Appellant’s brief was originally due on December 3, 2025. On January 2, 2026,
this Court sent a notice to appellant informing her that her brief was overdue and that a failure to
file a satisfactory response by January 12, 2026 would result in the dismissal of this appeal for
want of prosecution. To date, appellant has not filed a brief or a motion for extension of time.
Accordingly, we dismiss this appeal for want of prosecution. See Tex. R. App. P. 42.3(b).
Maggie Ellis, Justice
Before Justices Triana, Kelly, and Ellis
Dismissed for Want of Prosecution
Filed: March 13, 2026
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