Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in California

Re: never served a summons for civil case

You should immediately file a motion to set aside default. A lawyer can assist you with that. You'd want to obtain from the court file a copy of the proof of service to show where they supposedly served you. Perhaps the address was off. Courts often will set aside default, especially if the motion is brought promptly.

Re: never served a summons for civil case

As Mr. Cohen states, you will want to consult with an attorney so that you can seek to set aside the default. Not being properly served is a proper reason to set aside the default.

I would be willing to discuss some of the issues concerning your case to see how I may be of assistance.

I offer prospective clients an initial consultation of 30 minutes for free.

I look forward to speaking with you.

Yours truly,

Bryan

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Re: never served a summons for civil case

You need to do this:

1. Go to the court and get a copy of the file, including the proof of service of the complaint;

2. Obtain any evidence that you were not served (the evidence will vary depending on the facts);

3. Talk to an attorney about filing a motion to set aside the default;

4. Either retain an attorney to file the motion or do it yourself.

Time is of the essence. Do not delay with this.