Request to Enter Default 

CSD 3030

Local Rule #

Federal Rule #

Category:  Motions/Applications

 

  

Before filing a Request to Enter Default, ensure that the Defendant(s) in the Adversary Complaint was (were) served properly pursuant to the guidelines listed in the Quick Note.

  1. Select Adversary menu.
  2. Select Motions/Applications.
  3. Ensure correct case name and number match the document you are filing.
  4. Select party filer.
    • Party filer not listed, Add/Create New Party.
  5. Select Document Event:  Default (Request) (CSD 3030).
  6. Browse, verify and attach the CSD 3030 (PDF file).
    • Attach supportive documents, if applicable.
  7. Click on Submit.
  8. Modify text to add pertinent information, such as Amended, if applicable.
  9. Verify final docket text before submitting onto case docket.
  10. Print the Notice of Electronic Filing. It's your receipt.

Quick Note

Guidelines for proper service of the summons on the Defendant in the Adversary Complaint:

  • Personally or by mail to a valid address, not a P.O. Box.

  • If a corporation - by mail to an officer or agent by name.

  • If a partnership - by mail to an officer or agent by name.

  • If an unincorporated association - by mail to an officer or agent by name.

  • If a bank - by certified mail to an officer by name.

  • If the United States - by mail to
    1) the U.S. Attorney's Office civil process clerk and
    2) the Attorney General in Washington, D.C.

  • If a federal agency -  by mail to
    1) the U.S. Attorney's Office civil process clerk,
    2) the Attorney General in Washington, D.C, and
    3) the named federal agency.

  • If a federal officer -  by mail to
    1) the U.S. Attorney's Office civil process clerk,  
    2) the Attorney General in Washington, D.C., and
    3) the named federal officer.

 

 

    
 

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