Matching Pairs Litigation Term - FilingOnline version match these terms to their definitions by Nicole Smith 1 ad damnum 2 count 3 default 4 jurisdiction 5 plaintiff 6 complaint 7 summons 8 venue 9 answer 10 allegation 11 defendant proper/most convenient geographical jurisdiction court having property authority to hear case person being sued statement of claimed fact notice suit has been filed against a party. requires answer/appearance within specific period of time. failure to answer/appear timely. can result in automatic judgment against defendant contains alleged facts, legal theory and what relief is sought formal response to complaint must be property served. the lawsuit. petition. person initiating suit prayer. requested damages/relief from the court.
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