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No, a motion to dismiss is not a responsive pleading. Under the federal rules, the determination of "what's a pleading" is covered by Fed. Rule of Civil Procedure 7(a). If it isn't listed in Fed. R. Civ. Pro. 7(a), it is not a "pleading" technically.
A motion to dismiss is likely under Fed. Rule 12(b), and while a Motion to Dismiss can sometimes be used prior to an answer, it technically does not enlarge the time in which to answer a suit, it nevertheless extends the deadline to answer. Rule 12 provides that if a Rule 12 motion to dismiss is denied, the responsive pleading reply period is modified to be 10 days after the Court's decision.
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∙ 10y agoYes... but not technically. In almost all states (MO. partial exception) a motion for summary judgment qualifies as a 'defense' and therefore satisfies the function of a responsive pleading. A timely motion for summary judgment will for example supercede a motion for default judgment.
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How do you object to a summary judgment?
This depends on jurisdiction. In California, you file an Opposition to a Motion for Summary Judgment - which is a pleading. There are numerous procedural requirements for such a pleading, and great care needs to be taken in drafting this document, given that a Summary Judgment Motion has the potential to decide all of the claims at issue in the litigation.
What is a responsive pleading?
A responsive pleading is one that responds to what another party has filed. An answer responds to a complaint. An opposition to a motion to dismiss responds to a motion to dismiss. An affidavit and reply must be filed to a motion to dismiss a case.
Is a motion to dismiss a responsive pleading under the Florida rules of civil procedure?
no
What is Plantiff's motion for summary judgment in a foreclosure case?
The Plaintiff's motion for summary judgment is asking the court to rule on all pleadings that have been filed in the case. This happens if one of the defendants has filed an response or answer. The Plaintiff will usually ask for judgment when filing a motion for summary judgment.
What do you do after a summary judgment has been granted against you?
Recourse? What do you mean by "recourse"? Do you mean what are your options?One option is to do nothing and get a summary judgment against you by default. Not a wise move unless you have no defense to a motion for summary judgment and the moving party does not seek extreme measure from you.You should file a motion in opposition to the motion for summary judgment, putting forth the facts and the law as to why the moving party is not entitled to the granting of a motion for summary judgment.A motion for summary judgment is required to clearly show that given the undisputed facts in the case (facts you have admitted to as being true), the petitioner is entitled to a certain remedy in the form of judgment as a matter of law.So, dispute the facts necessary for them to get summary judgment and dispute the application of the law that they reference as most applicable and appropriate in your case. If you successfully dispute the facts required to get summary judgment and/or you dispute the application of the law that they reference, then their motion for summary judgment will likely fail.AnswerFortunately for you, all reasonable inferences the court must make will be decided in favor of the non-moving party (you). Keep in mind that summary judgment cannot be obtained or defeated by speculation or conjecture alone; there must be specific, concrete facts that establish the claim. If you believe that you are entitled to summary judgment, you may file a cross motion for summary judgment, which details why you are entitled to a summary judgment against the other party. In that case, you will be held to the same standard of proof as the person who is requesting summary judgment against you.
How can a motion to oppose judgment summary be written?
pong pong
What is the primary difference between a motion for summary judgment and a motion for judgment as a matter of law at the close of the evidence?
A judgment as a matter of law under Rule 50 occurs during the trial. a summary judgment motion, by contract, muts be made before the trial commences, and is governed by Rule 56.
What is a motion for leave to file responsive pleadings out of rule?
It is a document (pleading) submitted to the Court asking for the court to allow a delayed or secondary response to what was filed by the opposing party (thus requiring a responsive pleading) out of rule of law. Check your State Statutes for details on the provisions and governing laws of your state.
What is a motion for summary judgment in a foreclosure?
A summary judgment motion tells the court that based upon all the pleadings filed in the case, there are no issues of fact for the court to resolve at a trial, and that the plaintiff is entitled to a judgment without a trial, as a matter of law.
How enforceable is a summary judgment?
A summary judgment is just as enforceable as any other judgment. The only difference between a summary judgment and a judgment after a trial is that a summary judgment is granted when the court believes that a trial is unnecessary. A trial would be unnecessary if the facts of the case are either undisputed or conclusively established. Once that is shown, then the court can grant a summary judgment after a proper motion is filed.
How might a motion to compelimpact a pleading?
how might a motion to compel impact a pleading
What is a cross-motion for summary judgment?
A cross-motion for summary judgment is a legal document filed by the opposing party in response to the initial motion for summary judgment. It essentially asks the court to rule in favor of the opposing party based on the same legal reasoning and evidence presented in the initial motion. It allows both parties to seek a final judgment on the legal issues without the need for a trial.
