Napa County Tentative Rulings

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Every tentative ruling DecisionDepot has indexed from the Napa County Superior Court — 645 rulings, newest first. Each links to the full ruling with judge, motion type, outcome, and cited authorities. California tentative rulings are public records posted under California Rules of Court, rule 3.1308.

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Conservatorship of Mary Margaret Lee
26PR000068 · Cynthia P. Smith · PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF PROBATE CONSERVATOR OF THE PERSON
APPEARANCE REQUIREDMay 19, 2026
Wells Fargo Bank, N.A v. Robert Juarez
24CV002073 · Joseph J. Solga · MOTION TO VACATE DISMISSAL AND ENTER JUDGMENT PURSUANT TO STIPULATION
GRANTED IN PARTMay 19, 2026
In The Matter of Valerie T. Armijo Revocable Trust
26PR000059 · Joseph J. Solga · PETITION FOR ORDER CONFIRMING TRUST OWNERSHIP OF ASSETS
CONTINUEDMay 19, 2026
In The Matter of Andrew Johannes Spaulding
26CV000480 · Cynthia P. Smith · PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME
CONTINUEDMay 19, 2026
In The Matter of Consuelo Thornton Maruich
26CV000639 · Joseph J. Solga · PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME
GRANTEDMay 19, 2026
In the Matter of Guardianship of Eduardo Luis Escalante Espinoza
26PR000069 · Douglas Skelton · Petition for appointment of guardian; Petition for special immigrant juvenile findings
Both Petitions are GRANTED.May 15, 2026
Igor Sill v. William Deem et al
24CV000698 · Cynthia P. Smith · Plaintiff’s motion for terminating sanctions, or in the alternative issue sanctions and evidence sanctions
The alternate motion for issue sanctions is GRANTED as against Defendants William Deem and Kimberton Wines, LLC. The motion for terminating sanctions and the alternate motion for evidence sanctions are DENIED WITHOUT PREJUDICE. The request for monetary sanctions is DENIED.May 15, 2026
In the Matter of Guardianship of Jesus alfredo Chavez Hernandez
26PR000045 · Douglas Skelton · Petition for appointment of guardian; Petition for special immigrant juvenile findings
Both Petitions are GRANTED.May 15, 2026
Hector Zamora Ornelas v. D.R. Horton, Inc.
25CV002388 · Cynthia P. Smith · Motion to be relieved as counsel
Counsel is directed to appear to advise the Court regarding the foregoing.May 15, 2026
In the Matter of Guardianship of Ashanti Mariah Vallandingham
26PR000060 · Douglas Skelton · Petition for appointment of guardian of minor
The matter is CONTINUEDMay 15, 2026
In the Matter of Conservatorship of Thomas, Rachel Elizabeth
26-24593 · Joseph J. Solga · Review hearing; Third account and report of conservator petition for allowance of fees
The Petition is GRANTED, including fees as prayed.May 15, 2026
In the Matter of Conservatorship of Giselle Athziry Munoz
23PR000051 · Joseph J. Solga · Review hearing
After a review of the matter, the Court finds the Conservator is acting in the best interest of the Conservatee.May 15, 2026
John Doe A. R. et al v. Brad Rowell et al
25CV001606 · Cynthia P. Smith · Defendant Napa Valley Unified School District’s motion to compel further responses to discovery by plaintiffs, Joe Doe A.R., Jane Doe J.M. and John Doe M.W., and request for monetary sanctions
The motion is GRANTED IN PART.May 15, 2026
Conservatorship of Gina A. Hill
25PR000024 · Cynthia P. Smith · REVIEW – 1ST YEAR; FIRST ACCOUNT AND REPORT OF CONSERVATOR; PETITION FOR ALLOWANCE OF FEES TO CONSERVATOR OF THE ESTATE AND ATTORNEY FOR CONSERVATOR
GRANTEDMay 14, 2026
Estate of Laura Alice Lloyd
24PR000157 · Joseph J. Solga · STATUS HEARING RE: FINAL DISTRIBUTION
CONTINUEDMay 14, 2026
In the Matter of the Melvin D. Cooke Trust
26-65041 · Joseph J. Solga · TWELFTH ACCOUNT AND REPORT OF TRUSTEE; PETITION FOR SETTLEMENT OF ACCOUNT, AND FOR APPROVAL OF TRUSTEE FEES
CONTINUEDMay 14, 2026
In The Matter of The Charles and Gwendolyn Olson Estate
26PR000062 · Cynthia P. Smith · PETITION FOR REMOVAL OF TRUSTEE; PETITION TO INCREASE MONTHLY ALLOWANCE
Petitioner is ordered to appear to update the Court on the status of the updated service.May 14, 2026
Marylouise Avist v. Nathan Fite et al
25CV000794 · Cynthia P. Smith · Plaintiff Marylouise Avist’s Motion for Leave of Court to file a Second Amended Complaint
GRANTEDMay 13, 2026
Barend Venter et al v. Ofer Yannay et al
24CV000715 · Cynthia P. Smith · Court’s Motion to Reconsider its August 29, 2024, order; Nofar USA LLC’s Motion to Dismiss the First Cause of Action on the ground of inconvenient forum
GRANTEDMay 13, 2026
Mark Andrews v. Richard Rockwell et al
24CV000304 · Cynthia P. Smith · Defendant Enterprise Rent-A-Car of San Francisco Co., LLC’s Motion to Strike and Demurrer
MOOTMay 13, 2026
Estate of Jo Ellen Francis
25PR000061 · Joseph J. Solga · Status Hearing re: Final Distribution
DROPPEDMay 13, 2026
Blue Sky Utility LLC et al v. Barend Venter
24CV002242 · Cynthia P. Smith · Motion to Dismiss
OFF CALENDARMay 13, 2026
Zachary Minor et al v. Napa County et al
25CV002355 · Joseph J. Solga · Plaintiff’s Motion to Compel Compliance with Settlement Agreement and Complete Discovery; Defendants’ Motion to Enforce Settlement Agreement
DENIED (Plaintiffs' motion); GRANTED (Defendants' motion)May 13, 2026
In The Matter of Jose Estrada Cruz
25PR000312 · Cynthia P. Smith · Review hearing: Status of filing MC-356
APPEARANCE REQUIREDMay 13, 2026
Conservatorship of Amos Neil Boykin
24PR000194 · Cynthia P. Smith · Seventh Account and Report of Conservator; Petition for its settlement; for approval of conservator’s and attorneys’ fees and costs advanced; and for reduction of bond
CONTINUEDMay 13, 2026
Estate of Wesley Richard Hill, Jr.
21PR000041 · Joseph J. Solga · Status Hearing re: Final Distribution
CONTINUEDMay 13, 2026
Brandon Roth v. Karma Lounge, LLC et al
25CV000801 · Joseph J. Solga · DEFENDANT RAM GIRI’S DEMURRER TO PLAINTIFF’S COMPLAINT
SUSTAINED WITH LEAVE TO AMENDMay 12, 2026
Bank of America N.A. v. Jason A Espadilla
25CV000755 · Joseph J. Solga · MOTION TO VACATE DISMISSAL AND ENTER JUDGMENT UNDER TERMS OF STIPULATED SETTLEMENT
GRANTEDMay 12, 2026
Estate of Jack Marston Shnell
24PR000167 · Joseph J. Solga · PETITION FOR FINAL DISTRIBUTION, FIRST AND FINAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTING
GRANTEDMay 12, 2026
In The Matter of Sang Cong Truong
26CV000398 · Cynthia P. Smith · PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME
GRANTEDMay 12, 2026
In The Matter of Liliane Cossette Blumberg
26CV000630 · Cynthia P. Smith · PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME
CONTINUEDMay 12, 2026
Estate of Beverly A. Borges
26PR000075 · Joseph J. Solga · PETITION FOR PROBATE OF WILL AND FOR LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION WITH WILL ANNEXED AND AUTHORIZATION TO ADMINISTER UNDER THE INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATION OF ESTATES ACT
DENIEDMay 12, 2026
Conservatorship of Valerie E. Walker
24PR000050 · Cynthia P. Smith · REVIEW HEARING
CONTINUEDMay 12, 2026
Angelica Hernandez v. Estate of Jack Malan et al
25CV002200 · Cynthia P. Smith · MOTION TO QUASH SERVICE OF SUMMONS
GRANTEDMay 12, 2026
In The Matter of Nicole Abiouness
26CV000625 · Joseph J. Solga · PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME
CONTINUEDMay 12, 2026
In The Matter of Wyatt Steven Lang
26CV000718 · Cynthia P. Smith · PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME
CONTINUEDMay 12, 2026
25 Executive, LLC v. Julie Nguyen
25CV002614 · Cynthia P. Smith · CROSS-DEFENDANTS’ MOTION TO STRIKE PORTIONS OF CROSS-COMPLAINT AND DEMURRER TO CROSS-COMPLAINT
MOOTMay 12, 2026
In The Matter of The Smith Living Trust
26PR000067 · Joseph J. Solga · PETITION FOR ORDER CONFIRMING TRUST ASSETS
GRANTEDMay 12, 2026
In The Matter of Viridiana Rivera
26CV000579 · Joseph J. Solga · PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME
GRANTEDMay 12, 2026
Angelito Claudio et al v. American Koyu Corporation et al
24CV001402 · Cynthia P. Smith · Motion to Strike Second Amended Complaint; Motion for Summary Judgment, or in the Alternative, for Summary Adjudication
DENIEDMay 11, 2026
Affordable Building Services, LLC v. The Meritage Resort, LLC
25CV001342 · Cynthia P. Smith · MOTION TO BE RELIEVED AS COUNSEL
GRANTEDMay 8, 2026
Alexander Rowland et al v. Newco Capital Group LLC et al
25CV002471 · Joseph J. Solga · DEFENDANT NEWCO CAPITAL GROUP, LLC AND NEWCO CAPITAL GROUP VI, LLC’S MOTION TO STAY OR DISMISS BASED UPON THE MANDATORY NEW YORK FORUM SELECTION CLAUSE, FORUM NON-CONVENIENS AND OTHER ACTION PENDING IN NEW YORK
DENIEDMay 8, 2026
American Express National Bank et al v. Howard Milstein
23CV000450 · Cynthia P. Smith · MOTION FOR ENTERING JUDGMENT PURSUANT TO DEFENDANT’S DEFAULT UNDER SETTLEMENT AND RELEASE AGREEMENT
GRANTEDMay 8, 2026
Conservatorship of Jesus Garcia
19PR000066 · Cynthia P. Smith · REVIEW HEARING
The case is set for a Review – Biennial hearing on May 09, 2028May 8, 2026
Conservatorship of Eliazar Lopez Becerra
23PR000019 · Joseph J. Solga · REVIEW HEARING
The case is set for a Review - Biennial hearing on May 09, 2028May 8, 2026
Annamarie Thammala et al v. Robert Knox Thomas
25CV002092 · Cynthia P. Smith · CROSS-DEFENDANT WHEELS BOUTIQUE, INC.’S MOTION TO QUASH SERVICE OF SUMMONS AND CROSS-COMPLAINT FOR LACK OF PERSONAL JURISDICTION
MOOTMay 8, 2026
In The Matter of James C. Metzger Trust
26-63772 · Cynthia P. Smith · THIRTEENTH ACCOUNT AND REPORT OF TRUSTEE AND PETITION FOR SETTLEMENT OF ACCOUNT AND APPROVAL OF TRUSTEE FEES
GRANTEDMay 8, 2026
Conservatorship of Coad, Alex Michael (G)
26-22489 · Joseph J. Solga · REVIEW HEARING
The matter is set for a Review – Biennial hearing on May 09, 2028May 8, 2026
LVNV Funding LLC v. Babatunde Agbabiaka
26CV000103 · Joseph J. Solga · MOTION TO QUASH SERVICE OF SUMMONS
GRANTEDMay 8, 2026
In The Matter of Catherine Marie Byers
26CV000081 · Joseph J. Solga · PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME
GRANTEDMay 8, 2026