Griffith v. Griffith — affirmed the circuit court’s ruling without a written explanation

Case
Lisa Carol Griffith v. James William Griffith
Court
Florida Fifth District Court of Appeal
Judge
Eisnaugle; Harris; Kilbane
Date Decided
September 10, 2026
Docket No.
5D2025-1491
Topics
Family Law, Appeals, Per Curiam Affirmance
Source
Read the full opinion

Background

Lisa Carol Griffith appealed a ruling of the Circuit Court for Clay County in litigation involving James William Griffith. Circuit Judge Gary L. Wilkinson entered the ruling under review.

The Fifth District Court of Appeal’s opinion does not describe the underlying dispute, the relief requested, the circuit court’s reasoning, or the arguments raised on appeal.

The Court’s Holding

The Fifth District affirmed the circuit court’s ruling in a per curiam decision. Judges Eisnaugle, Harris, and Kilbane concurred.

The court provided no written reasoning or statement of law supporting the disposition. The opinion therefore establishes only that the challenged ruling was affirmed.

Key Takeaways

  • The circuit court’s ruling was affirmed.
  • The appellate court issued a per curiam affirmance without an explanatory opinion.
  • The opinion does not disclose the issues presented or the basis for the court’s decision.

Why It Matters

The decision leaves the circuit court’s ruling in place but offers attorneys no articulated legal analysis to apply in other cases. Its significance is limited to the appellate disposition reflected in the opinion.

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