We are proud to announce a significant legal victory for our client, M&T Bank.
On October 15, 2025, the Superior Court of Pinal County, Arizona granted our Motion to Dismiss. Plaintiffs sued Chesapeake Holding NCI, LLC (a sister company of M&T Bank) for construction defects, thirteen years after they bought the property. M&T Bank, however, did not build the home, but took title from the developer via deed in lieu of foreclosure. The Court found that the plaintiffs’ claims were time-barred under Arizona law and further held that the complaint failed to state a claim upon which relief could be granted.
Paul Barton represented Chesapeake and was assisted by William Smith.
Click here to read the motion. Motion to Dismiss