Legal Question in Civil Litigation in California

How many days do a Defendant has to answer a Summons in a civil case (Quiet Title -General Jurisdiction) case? If more than one defendent is listed and they are all served at different times is the time the same for all?


Asked on 4/02/10, 1:11 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Madan Ahluwalia Ahluwalia Law P C

30 days. Procedures are same for every body.

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Answered on 4/07/10, 1:18 pm
Robert F. Cohen Law Office of Robert F. Cohen

It's 30 days from the date of each service -- different times.

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Answered on 4/07/10, 1:18 pm
Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

The summons you received is misleading. Do not attempt to answer the complaint by filling out a form. Call a lawyer.

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Answered on 4/07/10, 5:35 pm


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