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12/16/11, 4:08 pm

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I have been sued and so I'm a defendant -- do I have to file an appearance in order to be presented in court for hearing if I'm pro se?

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Yes The Appearance is you introducing yourself to the court and making a preliminary response to the accusations agains...

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Walter Palmer

Yes. In additiona to Mr. Palmers comments, an appearance entitles you to receive notice of all court hearings in your c...

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Burton Padove

You will also need to file an answer or some other responsive pleading....

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Thomas Moens

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