George E. Willey, George Oberdorfer, A. Rowden George and Louis H. McKee

Summary

The Supreme Court of Florida granted the motion to dismiss the appeal because essential parties were not joined, holding that the appeal was procedurally barred. The Court also concluded that the lower court's dismissal of the underlying bill after the notice of appeal deprived the appellate court of jurisdiction, reinforcing the final‑judgment rule. Additionally, the Court characterized the alleged "common law trust" as a co‑partnership, requiring joinder of all members.