How do I respond to summons for divorce action?

You have 30 days from the date of service to file your response to the Summons and Complaint. You should file a response even if you believe there are not many issues to negotiate so that you preserve your rights, and this gives you the opportunity to file any counterclaims that may apply in your case. Mediation is required for any family court proceeding before going to a final hearing, so you will have a mediation on your case unless you can negotiate an agreement to divide up the marital estate prior to mediation.