Colorado Sample Letter to Clerk for filing Request for Default Judgment with Supporting Affidavit

• Category: Letters - Legal - Judgments
• State: Multi-State
• Control #: US-0368LTR
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form. [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Date] Clerk of the Court [Courthouse Address] [City, State, ZIP] Re: Request for Default Judgment with Supporting Affidavit Case No: [Case Number] Plaintiff: [Plaintiff's Name] Defendant: [Defendant's Name] Dear Clerk of the Court, I am writing to request a default judgment in the aforementioned case due to the failure of the defendant to respond within the stipulated timeframe. Enclosed are the necessary documents supporting this request, including the Affidavit of Service. 1. Affidavit of Service: This affidavit provides proof that a copy of the summons and complaint were duly served upon the defendant in accordance with the Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure. It verifies that the defendant was properly notified of the lawsuit and had ample time to respond, which they failed to do so. 2. Certificate of Mailing: As per Colorado law, this certificate is attached to demonstrate that the summons and complaint were accurately and timely mailed to the defendant's last known address via certified mail, return receipt requested. This confirms the due process was followed to guarantee proper notice was given to the defendant. 3. Affidavit in Support of Default Judgment: This document outlines the facts of the case, including any pertinent legal arguments and evidence. It presents a persuasive argument as to why the plaintiff should be awarded a default judgment against the defendant, as they have not responded to the complaint within the required timeframe. 4. Proposed Default Judgment Order: This proposed order requests the court to grant a default judgment and outlines the relief sought by the plaintiff, such as damages, injunctions, or any other appropriate remedies. I kindly request the clerk to review the enclosed documents, enter a default judgment against the defendant, and schedule any necessary hearings or further proceedings. If there are any additional forms or documents required by the court for this type of request, please advise me promptly, and I will be happy to furnish them. Please note that a copy of this letter and all accompanying documents have been sent to the defendant, in compliance with the Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Should you require any further information or clarification, please do not hesitate to contact me at [Your Phone Number] or [Your Email Address]. Sincerely, [Your Name]

[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Date] Clerk of the Court [Courthouse Address] [City, State, ZIP] Re: Request for Default Judgment with Supporting Affidavit Case No: [Case Number] Plaintiff: [Plaintiff's Name] Defendant: [Defendant's Name] Dear Clerk of the Court, I am writing to request a default judgment in the aforementioned case due to the failure of the defendant to respond within the stipulated timeframe. Enclosed are the necessary documents supporting this request, including the Affidavit of Service. 1. Affidavit of Service: This affidavit provides proof that a copy of the summons and complaint were duly served upon the defendant in accordance with the Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure. It verifies that the defendant was properly notified of the lawsuit and had ample time to respond, which they failed to do so. 2. Certificate of Mailing: As per Colorado law, this certificate is attached to demonstrate that the summons and complaint were accurately and timely mailed to the defendant's last known address via certified mail, return receipt requested. This confirms the due process was followed to guarantee proper notice was given to the defendant. 3. Affidavit in Support of Default Judgment: This document outlines the facts of the case, including any pertinent legal arguments and evidence. It presents a persuasive argument as to why the plaintiff should be awarded a default judgment against the defendant, as they have not responded to the complaint within the required timeframe. 4. Proposed Default Judgment Order: This proposed order requests the court to grant a default judgment and outlines the relief sought by the plaintiff, such as damages, injunctions, or any other appropriate remedies. I kindly request the clerk to review the enclosed documents, enter a default judgment against the defendant, and schedule any necessary hearings or further proceedings. If there are any additional forms or documents required by the court for this type of request, please advise me promptly, and I will be happy to furnish them. Please note that a copy of this letter and all accompanying documents have been sent to the defendant, in compliance with the Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Should you require any further information or clarification, please do not hesitate to contact me at [Your Phone Number] or [Your Email Address]. Sincerely, [Your Name]