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To appeal a default judgment in new york, file a motion to vacate the judgment, citing improper service as a reason. Obtain the form from the courts website or clerks office, and include evidence of incorrect service. For pro bono defamation lawyer assistance, check local law schools, the new york city bar association, or the legal aid society.Full Conversation
Hannah Robinson
Hi Hannah! How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
Looking for a Defemation lawyer pro bono
Hey Hannah! Finding a pro bono defamation lawyer can be challenging, but here are some tips:
- Check with local law schools for legal clinics.
- Contact the New York City Bar Association for referrals.
- Explore Legal Aid Society for possible assistance.
Would you like help with any specific aspect of your case?
Do you help with legal Forms?
Hey Hannah! We can certainly guide you on legal forms. Are you looking for specific forms related to your defamation case, or is there something else you need assistance with?
I need to appeal a default judgement
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Appealing a default judgment involves specific steps in New York:
- File a motion to vacate the judgment, explaining your reasons for not responding initially.
- Provide any evidence supporting your case.
- Submit the motion to the court that issued the judgment.
What is the reason for the default judgment, and do you have any evidence to support your appeal?
I was not served paperwork at the correct address
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Not being served at the correct address can be a valid reason to appeal a default judgment. You may want to gather any evidence that proves you were not served correctly.
Could you share more details on how you discovered the judgment and your current address situation?
No I cant can I get the form?
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You may need to file a Motion to Vacate Judgment form. This form is used to request the court to set aside a default judgment. It's essential to include evidence of improper service. You can usually obtain this form from the court's website or clerk's office where the judgment was issued. Would you like more information on how to proceed with the process?
Yes
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To proceed with appealing the default judgment, you can:
- Visit the court's website or clerk's office to obtain the Motion to Vacate Judgment form.
- Include evidence supporting the improper service claim.
- Submit the completed form to the court where the judgment was issued.
Would you like further guidance or assistance with the process?