Introduction
This article provides a summary of key pleadings and events surrounding the Maryland District Court case of Charles Ausbonten versus Aurora Advisors Incorporated. The case has seen various legal steps and changes, illustrating the complexities involved.
Pleadings and Key Dates
The following outlines significant pleadings in the Maryland District Court case of Charles Ausbonten versus Aurora Advisors Incorporated, filed shortly after the dismissal of Charles Ausbonten versus Susan Webber. Here are the key dates:
Filed: February 2024
Dismissed without prejudice: May 2024
Amended complaint filed: August 2024
Dismissed: October 2024
Appeal filed: April 2025
Dismissal by district court affirmed by Appellate Court of Maryland in unrecorded decision: July 2026
Motions to reconsider and remand denied: August 2026
At the end of this post, you will find the complete docket, which illustrates the extensive and highly skilled legal efforts by a dedicated team of attorneys from Cuneo Gilbert, with retired ex-Marine Mike Smith at the helm. I express my profound gratitude for their diligent and unwavering representation.
While this excerpt of filings and orders may seem extensive (it indeed is), legal professionals may appreciate the dynamics involved. Those unfamiliar with legal jargon can start with Ausbonten’s initial filing and explore the remaining documents as they wish.
Important Considerations
As a reminder from our previous post regarding the new Federal suit filed by Ausbonten in the Northern District of Alabama:
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Detailed Filings
The initial Complaint, filed in February 2024:
00 Asubonten v. Aurora February 2024_compressed
Memorandum Opinion and Order, dismissing the Complaint without prejudice, May 2024:
00 2024.5.10 TC Order Granting MTD
The Amended Complaint, filed in August 2024:
The Appellee Brief, submitted in May 2025:
00 Asubonten v. Aurora Appellee Brief
The Appeals Court’s affirmation of the District Court’s dismissal, July 2026:
00 2026.7.23 AC Opinion by Graeff, J.
The Appeals Court’s denial of motions to reconsider and remand, August 2026:
00 2026.8.10 AC Order Denying Mtn for Reconsideration and Mtn to Remand
Dockets
Finally, the dockets:
Conclusion
This summary encapsulates the significant milestones in the legal proceedings involving Charles Ausbonten and Aurora Advisors. The collaborative effort of the legal team is commendable, and it reflects a complex journey within the legal system. For those following the case, further exploration of the provided documents will offer deeper insights into the ongoing legal narrative.
