Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in California

Summons

I have received a summons from court regarding a credit card debt. Apparently, my creditor wants to take me to court. I'm supposed to respond ASAP with the proper legal forms and I have no idea what kind of form I'm supposed to use to respond to the summons. I don't have a lawyer and cannot afford one. Please advise on how to proceed. I also want to respond to the suumons ASAP, please help me with the exact form I'm supposed to use and where to get it.


Asked on 10/26/05, 9:00 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
H.M. Torrey The Law Offices of H.M. Torrey

Re: Summons

we can help you, but would need a few more details on who is suing you exactly, and in what court? contact us today for further assistance.

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Answered on 10/26/05, 9:07 pm
Robert F. Cohen Law Office of Robert F. Cohen

Re: Summons

You have to file with the court an answer to the complaint within 30 days of service. You will have to pay the court a filing fee or fill out an application for waiver of fee. The forms can be found at: http://www.courtinfo.ca.gov/cgi-bin/forms.cgi. However, you should consult a lawyer to assert affirmative defenses. The form leaves a space to fill them in but doesn't suggest what they should be. Good luck to you.

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Answered on 10/27/05, 12:51 am


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