Dec 16, 2017 · If a Defendant simply states a counterclaim in an Answer does the Plaintiff have to answer in the same 20 day timeline? Or does the Defendant have to file a separate suit of …

Sep 6, 2012 · When filing a counterclaim, are the names of the defendant and plaintiff switched at the top of the pleading? i.e. does the defendant become the plaintiff and does the plaintiff …

Jan 18, 2011 · Yes, the plaintiff has to be served. if you are in state court (Superior Court of California), service of the cross-complaint can be done by mail to the plaintiff's counsel. You …

Sep 8, 2024 · Clarification on Counterclaim and “Leave to File?" I received a claim and called the court to ask about filing a counterclaim. The court staff said I could file it, so I did. At the first …

Oct 23, 2011 · How do I make a Counterclaim after filing answer and near trial date? I was sued. I filed my answer. Discovery was exchanged. Some motions are scheduled to be heard in 2 …

A counterclaim is typically filed with one's Answer; and a defendant can file a motion to dismiss at that time. If I had to guess I'd say it's too late for either, or for any further discovery (no more …

The Answer allows the Defendant to respond and address the allegations in the complaint. The defendant is then allowed to make a counterclaim with allegations against the Plaintiff. Then to …

Aug 17, 2016 · In a counterclaim, is the plaintiff now the defendant and am I, the defendant in the original claim, now the plaintiff? Do I now refer to the plaintiff of the original claim as defendant …

Nov 22, 2017 · A Complaint was filed against me by my tenant. The opposing side is represented by an attorney. I am going to file a counterclaim for eviction (it's not retaliatory). Do I need to …

Customer: Second Opinion] Civil NJ pro se How and when does a plaintiff respond to defendant's answer and counterclaims? Thank you.