If you want to set a default hearing, you must complete the "Application and Affidavit of Default" and file it with the Clerk of the Court. Complete the "Motion and Affidavit for Default Decree without a Hearing". 1.A prove up hearing is essentially a trial where you prove your side of the case in the absence of the other party. Once you have properly served the complaint, the defendant ordinarily must respond with an answer, a motion to dismiss, or a motion for summary judgment. You can file for default judgement. Be aware that the courts will most likely give her a second chance to re-open the case if she can shows cause. If you are looking to get out of the default judgment, then you will need to file a motion to vacate or set aside judgment. Office will electronically file the motion in each affected case identified in the motion. Customer: In my default prove up hearing, the judge was angry about the amount of damages I requested.