How do I file an answer to a divorce petition?
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How do I file an answer to a divorce petition?
Four ways to respond to a divorce petition:Agree with the divorce. If you can decide all of the details with your spouse beforehand, this is the quickest and cheapest option. Ask for amendments. Defend the petition. File for your own divorce.
Do you have to file an answer to a counterclaim?
A REPLY. If the Defence does not contain a counterclaim a Reply is not mandatory. There is no guidance in the rules relating to when and whether to file a Reply.
What happens after you file an answer to a complaint?
The answer will list defenses and counter-claims or cross-claims against the plaintiff or other defendants. The answer will state whether the defendant wants a jury trial. The judge will grant or deny the motion, and the case will either be dismissed or continue and the defendant will answer the complaint.
How long do police have to serve a summons?
A summons must be served at least 7 days before the court date if it is served by personal delivery, or 21 days before the court date if it is served by postal delivery. If a summons has not been correctly served, you are not obliged to appear in court in response to it.
What kind of papers can be served?
In addition to serving these papers, the following can also be served: Civil summons, civil complaint, forcible detainer action, eviction, garnishments, orders of protection, injunctions prohibiting harassment, petitions for supplemental proceedings, child support, divorce papers, and collection letters.
Why would a process server leave a card?
Leaving a missed-delivery door hanger This card notifies the person that there is a delivery waiting for them and that they need to contact the delivery person (the process server).
Can debt collectors serve you papers?
Any party in a debt collection case is NOT allowed to serve legal papers, meaning that you must allocate someone impartial to serve the papers on your behalf. Although in some cases, people may choose a friend or acquaintance to do it for them, hiring someone is by and far the more sensible and effective option.
