Ask your attorney before you do anything.
If you're asking about the party who files a petition for writ of certiorari with the US Supreme Court, the term is "petitioner" or "appellant." The party required to answer the appeal is the "respondent" or "appellee."
The respondent is the person or group accused or sued.
File a motion with the court citing them for contempt of court.
Not if it is only a State Court.
The person who asked the court for the divorce. The other person is Respondent.
If you are the respondent the petition for a separation has already been filed and you need to respond. You should visit the court to see if there is a form you can file expressing your agreement or disagreement with the proposed separation. If the marriage is over perhaps you should consult an attorney about a divorce. If you are legally separated you are still legally married.
Depending on the state - there are several different methods of handling this. You should contact your attorney or the court that granted the divorce that handled it for advice and guidance.
In legal contexts, the petitioner is the party who initiates a lawsuit or brings a case before a court, seeking a specific outcome or remedy. The respondent, on the other hand, is the party who responds to the claims made by the petitioner in a legal proceeding.
If the respondent is served, that is proof to the court that he or she has been informed of the court action. In a number of states, the person who serves the respondent only needs to touch the respondent with the piece of paper. Your lawyer can explain the procedure to you.
The parties to a US Supreme Court case are typically referred to as the Petitioner and the Respondent. This is approximately analogous to the Plaintiff (Petitioner) and Defendant (Respondent) in a criminal case.
Yes, an attorney can appear in court on behalf of a respondent. This is a common practice in legal proceedings, allowing the attorney to represent the respondent's interests, present arguments, and handle the case on their behalf. However, the specific rules regarding attorney representation can vary depending on the jurisdiction and the type of court. It is advisable for respondents to consult with a legal professional to understand their rights and options.
It means that the person receiving the order is directed by the court to produce to the court, the documents specifically identified in the court order.