Paperwork to Answer a Civil Complaint

Answers to civil lawsuits prepared from the facts you provide.

  • Registered Legal Document Assistant

Our Services

Civil Answer Forms We Prepare

General Denial

The general denial form prepared when it fits the type of case you were served with.

Civil Answer

An answer form for the type of complaint you direct us to prepare, prepared from the facts and defenses you provide.

Proof of Service

The proof of service form completed from the details of who delivered the answer and when.

Why Us

A Deadline That Counts

The 30-day clock generally starts when you are served. We prepare your answer from the facts you give us and return it for your review.

  • Prepared From Your Facts
  • You Review Before Filing
  • Scope and Fees Explained First

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

The court says an answer is generally due within 30 days after service, and it must be served on the plaintiff or their attorney. Check the papers you received, because some cases have shorter deadlines.

The answer form depends on the case type. The court lists form PLD-C-010 for Answer-Contract, and points to form PLD-050 for a general denial with instructions to confirm it fits. We prepare the form you direct us to prepare.

A fee waiver is requested on form FW-001. The court says a person qualifies by receiving public benefits, having income below the form's limit, or being unable to pay basic needs along with court fees. We prepare the request from your details.

The plaintiff can ask the court to enter a default, which may let the court make an order without hearing from you. Because that can have serious effects, check the deadline right away. We cannot advise on your case.

No, we are not attorneys and cannot give legal advice or appear in court. We prepare the forms you direct. If you want an attorney, the court's self-help center can explain how to find one.

Where We Work

Answer to Complaint Across California

Our Answer to Complaint service is available across California, with appointments at our Arroyo Grande and Lancaster offices and remote service statewide.

  • Arroyo Grande, CA
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • Santa Maria, CA
  • Lancaster, CA
  • Palmdale, CA
  • Ridgecrest, CA
  • Grover Beach, CA
  • Pismo Beach, CA
  • Nipomo, CA
  • Atascadero, CA
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Tell us the date you were served and what kind of case it is, and we will explain the paperwork.

  • Answers From Your Facts
  • Appointments in Arroyo Grande or Lancaster
  • Fees Confirmed in Writing
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  • Registered Legal Document Assistant
  • Statewide Remote Service
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