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Need an extension to Answer a Summoms and complaint

Asked on May 13th, 2013 on Civil Litigation - New York
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My 75 year old father has been served a summons and complaint in New York County Supreme Court. I need to get an extension to answer in order to find an attorney to handle the case. Can I hire an attorney to only file for an extension.
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Appellate Practice Attorney serving Forest Hills, NY
Partner at Warren S. Hecht
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Have you father  up the attorney and ask for an extension. Ask for an additional  30 days. Make sure that the attorney gives him  written consent.
Answered on May 13th, 2013 at 3:59 PM

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