Opinion
18383-13
02-23-2022
Mark W. Roden & Mary Kathleen Roden Petitioners v. Commissioner of Internal Revenue Respondent
ORDER
Christian N. Weiler, Judge.
The parties filed a joint status report on December 8, 2021 stating that petitioner Mary Kathleen Roden retained new counsel and at that time was attempting to gather additional information to support a claim for innocent spouse relief. The Court's ordered the parties to file a further status report by January 28, 2022.
On December 6, 2021, the new counsel for petitioner Mary Kathleen Roden (Mr. Speicher) filed an appearance on her behalf. On December 9, 2021, an Entry of Appearance was filed on behalf of respondent and, on December 17, 2021, the prior counsel for respondent withdrew. The December 8, 2021, report states that petitioner Mary Kathleen Roden's counsel would not be available to consult with petitioners until after the beginning of the year, due to the end of year holidays and travel. On January 24, 2022, respondent filed a second status report. The Court held a conference call with the parties whereby petitioner's husband's counsel (Mr. Charles) explained how he tried to settle the case, however, petitioner Mary Kathleen Roden wanted to hire Mr. Speicher for a second opinion. During the call, Mr. Speicher and respondent's counsel (Ms. Tyson) stated that they are working together to exchange documents in attempt to work toward a resolution. Respondent's counsel believes that this case could be completed during a regular session, and will not require a special session.
Upon due consideration, it is
ORDERED that the undersigned no longer retains jurisdiction over this case and is restored to the general docket.