How to file for an answer

If you plan to represent yourself, you should start by reviewing the North Carolina Rules of Civil Procedure  contained in Chapter 1A of the North Carolina General Statutes and the local rules in your jurisdiction.  This will give you a little bit of insight about what you are supposed to be doing.  However, if you want to do the smarter thing, you will contact an experienced family law attorney in your jurisdiction and they can represent you (which will include filing the answer on your behalf) Click the 'Find A Lawyer' link above to locate a family law attorney in your area.