This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
Your answer should include the court name, case name, case number, and your affirmative defenses. Print three copies of your answer. File one with the clerk's office and mail (or “serve”) one to the plaintiff or plaintiff's attorney.
You are required to file your Answer with the Clerk of Court and send a copy to the Plaintiff. You may serve your Answer by delivering a copy to the Plaintiff or by mailing it to the Plaintiff's last known address.
How to Format an Answer Letter for a Civil Summons Provide the name of the court at the top of the Answer. List the name of the plaintiff on the left side. Write the case number on the right side of the Answer. Address the Judge and discuss your side of the case.
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.
Tell the customer in positive, specific terms what you've already done or what you intend to do. Answer questions directly and include helpful resources. Let the customer know you're there for them if needed. When appropriate, offer the customer something of value.
ECourts is a package of new software applications and technology infrastructure improvements that will transition our court system from paper to digital. The major components include the following: eFiling: web-based platform for electronic filing of documents.
When drafting an answer, one must: (1) follow the local, state, and federal court rules; (2) research the legal claims in the adversary's complaint; (3) respond to the adversary's factual allegations; and (4) assert affirmative defenses, counterclaims, cross-claims, or third-party claims, if applicable.
For eCourts counties: You may search online for case information and court records by name, case number, attorney, and more. Individuals performing background checks should use the county clerk's office for doing so, not Portal.
Residents within Mecklenburg County can dial 311. If outside the county, please dial 704.336. 7600.