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