I was served with this complaint and summons. What do I do now?

The party should follow the instructions in the summons. If the party files an answer, it must be submitted to the Court in writing. After the answer is filed a conformed copy must be sent to the other party. There will be a filing fee to submit the answer to the court. Click Here to access our fee schedule. Parties unsure how to file an answer may contact an attorney.

The Clerk of the Superior Court does not carry a specific form to file an answer to a civil complaint. When parties wish to submit a pleading to the Court and the Clerk of the Court does not have the form, you may utilize the Blank Title Page (PDF) to draft your answer. 

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1. I want to file a lawsuit against someone. Can you tell me how to do it?
2. I was served with this complaint and summons. What do I do now?
3. How long do I have to answer a complaint?
4. How do I file for default?
5. I received a notice stating that my case has been placed on the inactive calendar. What am I supposed to do now?
6. How do I subpoena someone?
7. Once a judgment is obtained, how long before I get my money?
8. I recently moved, how do I update my address with the Court?