Get Form 3 Response By Defendant (pdf, 553kb) - Justice Govt

Filling out the Form 3 Response by Defendant is an essential step in responding to a claim in the District Court. This guide provides a clear, step-by-step approach to ensure you complete the form accurately and efficiently.

Follow the steps to fill out the form correctly.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to retrieve the Form 3 Response by Defendant and open it in your preferred PDF editor.
2. Remove the first two pages of the form, which contain notes for your reference only.
3. Complete the coversheet by copying relevant information from Form 2. Fill in your file reference number, the name of the Act, and specify the matter related to the proceeding.
4. In Section 1, provide the defendant's details, including their full name, trading name (if applicable), address for service, postal address, and contact information.
5. If applicable, enter the details of the lawyer representing the defendant in Section 1F.
6. In Section 2, copy the plaintiff's details from Form 2, including their full name and trading name (if applicable).
7. Section 3 requires you to respond to the claim: select one of the four options provided regarding your stance on the plaintiff's claim and provide necessary details.
8. If you disagree with any facts, fill out Section 4 with your own version of the facts and any supporting legal arguments.
9. In Section 5, include any counterclaims against the plaintiff if applicable, and ensure you have filed Form 2CC as instructed.
10. Sign and date the form in Section 6, ensuring to print or type your full name and address below your signature.
11. Once completed, serve the form to the plaintiff at their address for service, keeping a copy for your records.

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