On a separate page or pages, write a short and plain statement of the answer to the allegations in the complaint. Number the paragraphs. The answer should correspond to each paragraph in the complaint, with paragraph 1 of the answer corresponding to paragraph 1 of the complaint, etc.
There are four primary steps involved in Answering or responding to a debt collection case in Arizona. Step 1: Create the Answer Document. Step 2: Answer Each Item in the Complaint. Step 3: List Affirmative Defenses if Applicable. Step 4: File with the Court and Serve the Plaintiff.
To respond you need to: Download or ask the court for a blank answer form. Respond to each of the numbered claims in the complaint. Briefly explain your responses and raise any defenses you have. File your answer with the court and deliver a copy to the person suing you (or their lawyer, if they have one).
The plaintiff files a document (complaint) with the clerk of the court stating the reasons why the plaintiff is suing the defendant, and what action the plaintiff wants the court to take. A copy of the complaint and a summons are delivered to (served on) the defendant.
One may feel one has a dispute with a business person or a family member-but once the summons is issued it is the full power of the law and the courts that is brought to bear in the dispute and it is absolutely vital to treat it seriously, file a response within the time limits…or face the consequences.
The defendant has 20 calendar days from service of process to file an answer (Form No. AOCLJCV4F) to the lawsuit. An answer is your written response that you file with the court admitting or denying the creditor's claims and the reasons why. The answer should respond to each element of the complaint.
Unless Rule 4.1(c), (e), (f), or (g) applies, an individual may be served by: (1) delivering a copy of the summons and the pleading being served to that individual personally; (2) leaving a copy of each at that individual's dwelling or usual place of abode with someone of suitable age and discretion who resides there; ...
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If the process server cannot serve you personally, they can leave a copy of the papers at your home with someone of suitable age and discretion. They may also deliver the documents to an agent who is authorized to receive service of process on your behalf.
If the server consistently fails to reach you despite multiple attempts, they may resort to alternative legal methods or petition the court for permission to use alternative means of service. Most process servers typically make multiple attempts to serve legal documents, often ranging from three to five attempts.